Tracey Gardener, BACP
Integrative counsellor specialising in attachment healing
- Attachment-informed practice
- Trauma and relationship focus
- Mindfulness and CBT techniques
About Tracey Gardener
Tracey Gardener is an integrative counsellor who supports people dealing with anxiety, relationship patterns, trauma, self-esteem difficulties and the longer-term impact of early life experiences. She combines practical techniques with a reflective, trauma-informed perspective to help clients make sense of recurring patterns, heal past wounds and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
Therapy is tailored to each person, with a strong emphasis on attachment theory to explore how early relationships shape current responses and connections. Her approach is warm, steady and down-to-earth, offering a non-judgmental space where clients can speak openly, pause and explore at a pace that feels right. Tracey aims to support people through moments of transition and difficulty, acknowledging that reaching out for help is a courageous step and that change is a collaborative process.
Her formal training includes a BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling, an FdA in Counselling and a Diploma in Mindful Mental Health. She has completed continuing professional development including workshops on eating disorders, sex addiction, attachment theory and couples relationships, sandtray and creative therapy, and an eight-week mindfulness training course. Tracey also holds membership of BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, reflecting her commitment to professional practice.
Therapy is tailored to each person, with a strong emphasis on attachment theory to explore how early relationships shape current responses and connections. Her approach is warm, steady and down-to-earth, offering a non-judgmental space where clients can speak openly, pause and explore at a pace that feels right. Tracey aims to support people through moments of transition and difficulty, acknowledging that reaching out for help is a courageous step and that change is a collaborative process.
Her formal training includes a BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling, an FdA in Counselling and a Diploma in Mindful Mental Health. She has completed continuing professional development including workshops on eating disorders, sex addiction, attachment theory and couples relationships, sandtray and creative therapy, and an eight-week mindfulness training course. Tracey also holds membership of BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, reflecting her commitment to professional practice.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tracey Gardener have?
Tracey Gardener has 12 years of experience working as a counsellor.
Is Tracey Gardener a registered therapist?
Yes. Tracey holds BACP, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Tracey Gardener provide therapy?
Therapy is offered in English.
Where is Tracey Gardener located?
Tracey Gardener is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Tracey Gardener as my therapist?
Clients can work with Tracey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.
Does Tracey Gardener work with international clients?
Tracey Gardener does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tracey Gardener cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule an initial session which may take place by phone, video call, live chat or in-app messaging.
Attachment-informed and practical approaches for online support
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current feelings and patterns. It helps clients understand their relational style, make sense of emotional reactions and build more secure ways of relating to others. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and developing practical strategies to change them. It is often used to address anxiety, low mood and stress by teaching skills that can be applied day-to-day. Mindfulness Therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, supporting work with stress, self-esteem and coping with life changes.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Tracey works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits best with their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts methods over time so that therapy responds to progress and changing priorities, making choices together about focus and pace.
Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, provide continuity during transitions, and allow clients to engage in a way that feels most comfortable for them while working with a registered professional.