BACP
Martin Sugg, BACP
Therapist in the UK
Martin is a BACP therapist in the UK.
- 12+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
- Approaches include Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy
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About Martin
Martin Sugg is a UK-licensed therapist with 12 years of professional experience and registration with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). He works with people facing stress and anxiety, those managing addictions, and individuals coping with grief and loss, as well as clients seeking to build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Martin creates an open, nonjudgmental setting where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly and honestly, encouraging a collaborative process that respects each person’s pace and perspective.
He offers a full and immersive therapeutic experience designed to help clients examine the boundaries of their own lives and develop practical ways to move forward. Based in the United Kingdom, Martin draws on established clinical approaches to tailor support to each person’s needs, aiming to foster greater insight, resilience, and clearer direction in everyday life.
He offers a full and immersive therapeutic experience designed to help clients examine the boundaries of their own lives and develop practical ways to move forward. Based in the United Kingdom, Martin draws on established clinical approaches to tailor support to each person’s needs, aiming to foster greater insight, resilience, and clearer direction in everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English
Focus areas
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepressionRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse
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Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing
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Caregiver 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 approaches for effective online support
Martin draws from Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to inform his online work. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in close relationships and helps people understand how early connections influence current bonds and emotional responses - it can be helpful for issues like abandonment, intimacy concerns, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration, giving clients space to lead conversations while the therapist offers support and reflection to build self-understanding and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical strategies to manage anxiety, low mood, and unhelpful habits.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Martin works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their goals, preferences, and circumstances. Registered professionals and therapists often adapt techniques over time to suit changing needs.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to engage from wherever they are and fit sessions into busy lives. This range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care and to choose the format that feels most comfortable and effective for each individual.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Martin Sugg have?
Martin Sugg has 12 years of professional experience.
Is Martin Sugg a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential, which denotes registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Martin Sugg provide therapy?
Martin provides therapy in English.
Where is Martin Sugg located?
Martin is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Martin Sugg as my therapist?
You can work with Martin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Martin Sugg work with international clients?
Yes, Martin works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Martin Sugg cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.