Sue Culm, BACP

Sue Culm is a Glasgow-based therapist who brings a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to supporting people through emotional and life challenges. She draws on a range of life experiences to connect with individuals from varied backgrounds, meeting each person as they are rather than through the labels they may have collected over time.

Sue works with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and self-esteem difficulties, and she has particular experience supporting those affected by disordered eating. During her time in the third sector she has worked with people living with chronic anxiety, survivors of sexual violence, those with childhood trauma and people managing long-term depression.

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques tailored to each client while integrating methods from other therapeutic approaches to meet individual needs and goals. Sue aims to help clients spot the recurring thought patterns that shape beliefs about themselves and the world, then practice new, more helpful ways of thinking and coping over time.

Her goal is to empower people with practical skills and strategies so they can navigate life’s challenges more confidently and independently. Sue is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. When someone is ready to begin, she invites them to reach out and arrange a first session to start creating a positive way forward.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Sue commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and learn practical skills to change reactions and behaviours - useful for anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. She also integrates Mindfulness Therapy, teaching simple attention and breathing practices that can reduce stress and help people stay present when emotions feel overwhelming. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone wants to find internal motivation for change - it supports exploring personal goals and strengthening commitment to actions that align with those goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sue works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts techniques as progress unfolds so therapy feels tailored rather than one-size-fits-all.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be arranged by video call or phone, or conducted through live chat or text-based messaging, allowing people to access support from home, during breaks, or when travel is difficult. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while maintaining continuity of care with a licensed professional.