- Focus on thinking
- Practical daily habits
- Collaborative care
About Martin
Martin Sugg is a counsellor who aims to help people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or life changes. He works with those struggling with addiction, grief, low self-esteem and motivation. He focuses on thoughts and everyday habits to help people notice what gets in the way of feeling steady again.
He creates an open space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through without judgement. Sessions are described as immersive, with time set aside to look at patterns that repeat and make life harder. Conversations centre on practical steps as well as the ideas and emotions behind them.
Martin uses a mix of approaches to match what people need. He draws on attachment ideas to look at important relationships and on cognitive work to spot unhelpful thinking. He also uses person-centred ways of listening so people feel heard before trying new skills.
He has 12 years of professional experience and is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. That background underpins his practical focus on everyday habits and thinking patterns.
People who come to him often want help with sleep, eating, anger or difficulties at work and in relationships. He supports those coping with trauma, bereavement, ADHD and chronic illness, working step by step to reduce overwhelm and build clearer routines.
To begin, he invites a simple first conversation to see what matters most and to agree how therapy should proceed.
He creates an open space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through without judgement. Sessions are described as immersive, with time set aside to look at patterns that repeat and make life harder. Conversations centre on practical steps as well as the ideas and emotions behind them.
Martin uses a mix of approaches to match what people need. He draws on attachment ideas to look at important relationships and on cognitive work to spot unhelpful thinking. He also uses person-centred ways of listening so people feel heard before trying new skills.
He has 12 years of professional experience and is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. That background underpins his practical focus on everyday habits and thinking patterns.
People who come to him often want help with sleep, eating, anger or difficulties at work and in relationships. He supports those coping with trauma, bereavement, ADHD and chronic illness, working step by step to reduce overwhelm and build clearer routines.
To begin, he invites a simple first conversation to see what matters most and to agree how therapy should proceed.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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 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
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
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Martin uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early and important relationships shape feelings and expectations. This approach helps people notice relationship patterns that affect stress, intimacy and self-worth.He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking and shift small daily habits. CBT aims to change thought patterns and everyday routines that keep problems like anxiety, low mood and sleep trouble going.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels most useful, then choose or blend approaches together. That decision is made collaboratively rather than assumed up front.
Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by removing travel time or allowing a shorter check-in during a work break. The biography does not specify the exact formats offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions help maintain consistency and make it simpler to build new daily habits.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Martin work with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, low self-esteem, depression and relationship concerns, among other issues listed in his profile.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He combines listening with practical work on thoughts and everyday habits, using collaborative conversations and skill-building when helpful.
What is his professional background?
He has 12 years of professional experience working in counselling and related settings.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients and can work with people who are based outside the United Kingdom.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the current options before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.