Lucy McGroarty, BACP

Lucy McGroarty is an integrative counsellor who approaches therapy with a belief that people can heal and grow when they have the right support. She draws on a foundation of person-centred work alongside cognitive behavioural and psychodynamic ideas, combining these perspectives to tailor the way she works to each person's needs.

Talking therapy is central to her practice, but Lucy also incorporates creative methods learned through study with the Institute of Arts. She uses imagery, metaphor and other expressive techniques to help clients who find it difficult to put feelings into words. Sessions from home are welcomed and encouraged, with Lucy often inviting clients to make themselves comfortable with a cup of tea, a blanket or even a pet during meetings.

For Lucy, the therapeutic relationship is the heart of the work. She aims to offer a non-judgemental, open and understanding presence so clients can explore their experience and build connection. Lucy is BACP registered - a membership that indicates affiliation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and adherence to national professional standards.

How Lucy's Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Lucy works with client-centered therapy, which focuses on creating a warm, accepting environment where a person’s own goals and pace guide the work. This approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to explore feelings and make sense of life changes.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact. CBT is often helpful for stress, anxiety and low mood because it offers tools to identify patterns and try different ways of responding.

Psychodynamic ideas form part of Lucy's integrative toolkit, helping to explore longer-standing patterns and underlying emotional themes that can affect relationships and self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Lucy will listen to a person’s needs, goals and preferences and work together to decide which methods to prioritise and how to adapt them for online sessions.

Online therapy with Lucy can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit sessions around work, family and other commitments. These options make it easier to access consistent support from home and to continue therapy through different life phases.