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Luke Thompson, BACP

Luke Thompson is a counsellor who focuses on trauma, relationships, anxiety and depression.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
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About Luke

Luke Thompson is a counsellor who focuses on trauma, relationships, anxiety and depression. He uses a warm, human approach and aims to be a steady companion through difficult moments. Sessions centre on feelings, honest conversation and practical steps rather than clinical jargon.

Luke writes plainly about grief, shame, low self-esteem and the everyday struggles that make life heavy. He blends several approaches to suit each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and make values-led choices.

Background and approach

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at patterns that keep anxiety and low mood going, and Attachment-Based ways of working focus on how past connections shape current relationships. Emotion-focused and client-centred ideas shape how Luke stays present and responsive in sessions. Luke draws on four years of professional experience and holds BACP registration.

He speaks from personal experience with anxiety, depression and bereavement, and uses that to relate rather than to diagnose. His work often touches on intimacy issues, family stress, career frustration, compassion fatigue and identity concerns, including LGBT topics. People can expect a direct but compassionate style.

Sessions may involve talking, noticing bodily feelings, trying out new ways of communicating and experimenting with small changes between meetings. Luke aims to create honesty, empathy and a non-judgemental space while helping clients find what works for them. He offers therapy to people in the United Kingdom and accepts international clients.

Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging, making it practical to fit therapy into busy lives.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	398957	November 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Luke lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counselling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working Luke names

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Therapeutic approaches suited to online therapy

Luke commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based and client-centred ideas. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then focus on actions that match their values. Attachment-Based work looks at how early relationships affect how people relate today and can help with trust, intimacy and communication difficulties. Client-Centred therapy keeps the focus on the person in the room, using empathy and active listening to help people feel heard and explore what matters to them.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and the problems you bring, then suggest which methods to try. Sessions remain collaborative, with regular check-ins to see what helps and what needs changing.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls recreate a face-to-face conversation, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer typed conversations or need support that fits around work and caring commitments. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent despite busy schedules or travel.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Luke commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. Other areas include grief, low self-esteem, trauma and identity issues such as LGBT concerns.

What is Luke's therapeutic style?

Luke blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural techniques, attachment-informed and client-centred ways of working. Sessions focus on feelings, values and practical steps rather than labels.

What experience does he bring to sessions?

He has four years of professional experience and draws on personal experience of anxiety, depression and bereavement to relate to clients. This informs his direct but empathetic approach.

Where is Luke based and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP, which is shown as BACP in his credentials.

Which languages and international arrangements are supported?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

How are sessions delivered?

Therapy can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, giving several ways to connect depending on needs and preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Session cost varies with location and therapist availability; services use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Luke?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.