Dr Lucy Kearney – Clinical Psychologist – London

Dr Lucy Kearney – Clinical Psychologist – London

Dr Lucy Kearney – Clinical Psychologist – London leads neurodevelopmental and emotional well‑being services at Harwood Child Psychology. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and an MSc in Developmental Psychology at the Anna Freud National Centre, University College London. Moreover, she registers with the Health and Care Professions Council and holds Chartered status with the British Psychological Society. Over more than a decade, she worked across multiple NHS CAMHS teams and a paediatric psychology hospital. Consequently, she supports a wide spectrum of presentations—from anxiety and depression through to autism spectrum conditions and tic disorders. Furthermore, her current role in the Family Drug and Alcohol Court team (FDAC) means she also delivers systemic support to parents, ensuring that children’s needs remain central.

Dr Kearney’s research background at the Centre for Parent and Child Support reinforces her practice. She co‑authored evaluations of parenting interventions and creative family therapies, which she applies directly at Harwood. Therefore, each assessment reflects both rigorous evidence and genuine empathy. Meanwhile, she specialises in building trust quickly, so even children who resist professional help engage effectively. In addition, she prioritises family involvement to reinforce changes in the home and school environments.

Services

• Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessments
  Conducts structured interviews and observational testing using ADOS‑2 and ADI‑R protocols to clarify social communication and sensory profiles.

• ADHD Diagnostic Evaluations
  Applies validated rating scales alongside multi‑informant interviews to differentiate attention‑deficit presentations and guide personalised management.

• Obsessive‑Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Treatment
  Delivers tailored Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention to reduce compulsions and anxiety.

• Anxiety & Separation Anxiety Management
  Offers CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) sessions that equip young people with resilience and coping skills.

• Depression & Low Mood Support
  Provides structured CBT and CFT approaches to lift mood and foster self‑compassion in adolescents.

• Anger Management
  Teaches Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)‑informed emotion‑regulation strategies to improve self‑control and relationships.

• Sleep Problem Interventions
  Integrates behavioural and cognitive techniques to restore healthy sleep patterns for children and teenagers.

• School Refusal Consultation
  Designs graded exposure plans and liaises with educators to support smooth reintegration into school.

• Tic Disorder (Tourette’s) Support
  Combines habit reversal training and supportive counselling to reduce tics and enhance self‑confidence.

• Selective Mutism Therapy
  Implements graded exposure and social communication exercises to restore verbal confidence in social settings.

• Eating Disorder Support
  Offers sensitive assessments and CBT‑based strategies for disordered eating and body‑image concerns.

• Effects of Divorce & Life‑Situation Counseling
  Provides therapeutic support for families navigating separation, bereavement, or other major life changes.

Additional Information

Harwood Child Psychology operates from four London clinics—Hampstead Garden Suburb, Harley Street, Chiswick, and King’s Cross—and offers secure remote consultations via an encrypted online portal. Consequently, families choose the format that best fits their schedules. Furthermore, the practice uses digital outcome‑tracking tools and pre‑consultation questionnaires, which streamline sessions and maximise face‑to‑face time.

Weekly multidisciplinary case‑review meetings bring together psychologists, psychiatrists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists. As a result, every care plan benefits from collective expertise and the latest best practices. Meanwhile, the child‑friendly clinics feature interactive materials and sensory resources to create a welcoming environment for young clients.

Moreover, Harwood hosts periodic community workshops on positive behaviour support, emotional regulation, and school transitions. These events empower caregivers with practical strategies and foster peer networks beyond clinic walls. Ultimately, we invite you to book a consultation with Dr Lucy Kearney at Harwood Child Psychology. Let her specialist expertise and compassionate approach guide your family toward clarity, confidence, and lasting well‑being. Take the first step today by arranging your personalised assessment pathway.