Martin Sugg, BACP

Experienced UK BACP therapist

Stress and anxiety
Addictions and grief support
Self-esteem and confidence

About Martin Sugg

Martin Sugg is a UK-based, BACP-credentialed therapist with 12 years of professional experience. He has supported people dealing with stress and anxiety, addictions, grief and loss, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. He brings a steady, engaged presence to each appointment and focuses on helping clients explore their thoughts and feelings in ways that promote greater self-understanding.

Martin works to establish an open, non-judgmental space where difficult topics can be raised and examined. He aims to offer a full and immersive therapeutic experience that encourages clients to reflect on personal boundaries, emotional patterns, and sources of resilience. His approach is collaborative and attentive, guiding people through the practical and emotional work of change while honoring individual pace and readiness.

Martin holds the credential BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, indicating his association with a recognised professional body for counsellors in the United Kingdom. He draws on established therapeutic methods to help clients navigate periods of distress and build clearer, more workable ways of coping and relating to themselves and others.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Martin Sugg have?

Martin Sugg has 12 years of professional experience.

Is Martin Sugg a licensed therapist?

Yes. Martin Sugg holds the credential BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. License details were not provided.

In which languages does Martin Sugg provide therapy?

Martin Sugg provides therapy in English.

Where is Martin Sugg located?

Martin Sugg is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Martin Sugg as my therapist?

You can work with Martin Sugg through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Martin Sugg work with international clients?

Yes, Martin Sugg works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Martin Sugg cost?

The cost of therapy with Martin Sugg can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Martin Sugg uses a blend of evidence-informed methods to guide online work. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current emotional patterns and interpersonal responses; it is often used to address issues around trust, intimacy, abandonment, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy places the client at the center of the process, emphasising empathy, active listening, and respect so individuals can find their own solutions to problems such as low self-esteem, motivation, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and reshape unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and is commonly applied to anxiety, low mood, and stress-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Martin works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and he adapts interventions as the work progresses.

Online therapy with Martin is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, to connect across distances, and to continue progress even when in-person sessions are not practical, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver focused and consistent therapeutic support.

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