Martin Sugg, BACP - Therapist in United Kingdom

Down-to-earth approach
Attachment-informed work
Practical coping skills

About Martin

Martin Sugg offers a steady, down-to-earth presence for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or difficult life changes. He is comfortable talking about grief, addictions, self-esteem and relationship strain. Martin aims to make sessions a straightforward place to sort out what matters most and to plan practical next steps.

He creates an open, non-judgemental space where people can speak honestly about thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on understanding what drives a person's reactions and on building small changes that make daily life easier. Martin uses conversation and practical exercises to help with coping skills, motivation and confidence.

His work draws on attachment-informed ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. He also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and try different ways of responding. Emotion-focused ideas guide conversations about closeness and intimacy when needed.

Over 12 years of practice he has supported people through bereavement, relationship breakdown, long-term stress and adjustment to illness. He also helps with sleep and eating difficulties, anger, ADHD and career-related decisions. Clients can expect clear aims for therapy and a focus on what helps day to day.

Martin is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Sessions are offered in English and he works with people in the United Kingdom and internationally. Before booking, confirm current session options and scheduling details.

How attachment and CBT ideas shape online therapy

Martin blends attachment-informed work with cognitive behavioural techniques to help people understand patterns and try new responses. Attachment-based ideas focus on how early relationships influence current closeness, trust and fears of abandonment, which can be useful for people worried about jealousy or intimacy. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test out different behaviours to reduce anxiety and improve mood.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences and discuss which methods might suit you best. You will work together to check progress and adjust the focus if something isn't helping.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they can fit therapy into a busy day, link up from different locations and use shorter check-ins when time is limited. Online work also makes it easier to continue therapy while travelling or when arranging care for dependants, and it supports step-by-step practice between sessions.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGrief Self esteem Depression

Also works with

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 issuesForgiveness Guilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / loneliness Jealousy Life 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

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

See below

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Martin help with?

He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions and relationship or intimacy-related issues, among other concerns. Additional areas include sleep and eating difficulties, ADHD and coping with life changes.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Sessions are conversational and practical, with an emphasis on clear goals and small changes. He combines reflective listening with exercises to build coping skills and improve everyday functioning.

How much experience does he have?

He has 12 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life issues. That background includes work with grief, long-term stress and relationship difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

Martin is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

International clients are accepted. Check time zone arrangements when scheduling to match session times.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Confirm pricing details during the sign-up process.

How do I begin working with him?

Choose the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.