Sue MacMillan, BACP

Sue MacMillan provides a steady, nonjudgmental space for people who need someone outside their family or social circle to talk to. She listens to concerns, worries and dissatisfaction with life, and works collaboratively with each person to explore new ways of thinking, living and relating.

Trained as an integrative counsellor, she draws on person-centred counselling, psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioural therapy to inform her practice. That integrative training allows her to pay close attention to what each person brings and to select the theory or technique that best addresses their therapeutic aims. Through careful listening and a tailored approach, she supports people seeking change in relationships, outlook or daily life.

Integrative approaches for online therapy

Sue MacMillan commonly uses cognitive behavioural therapy and person-centred counselling as part of her integrative approach. Cognitive behavioural therapy focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be effective for anxiety, stress and low mood. Person-centred counselling prioritises empathic listening and supporting a person’s own capacity for change, often helping with self-esteem, relationship concerns and navigating life transitions.

She may also draw on psychodynamic ideas to explore how past relationships and recurring patterns affect present feelings and behaviour. Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process - Sue MacMillan works collaboratively with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals and preferences rather than applying a single technique.

Online therapy with her is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit different schedules and communication styles. These options make it possible to access continuity of care and regular support without the need to travel, and they allow the therapist and client to adapt the format as the work progresses.