Luke has been great - gave me space to speak and sound out my feelings and thoughts, helped unearth some realisations without judgement or pressure - highly recommend based on my experience.
Luke Thompson, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Luke is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.9 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Luke. View 18 reviews
- Great news, Luke is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Great therapist who focuses on where the pain is and helping you process those emotions.
More about Luke
- 4 years' experience
- Male
- BACP
Hey, I’m Luke I work with clients through relationship problems, depression and all kinds of anxiety from social anxiety to that deep existential kind. And bumping into our lovely friend shame along the way because that tends to come with the territory. This is the work I love.
I also focus a lot on;
· low self-esteem / low self-confidence
· ADHD
· Bereavement and Breakups
I offer traditional talking therapy that’s guided by Attachment theory, Emotion Theory, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT) and humanistic therapies (Person-Centred, Relational).
But that’s just therapy jargon! What does that mean?
That means each session is about you and your emotions. Using the therapeutic relationship that we’ll form together to build safety (through, empathy, no-judgement and honesty) so we can explore the parts of ourselves, emotions, habits and behaviours that hurt. The way we do this is by feeling, hurting, crying, raging, and making mistakes, all the messy humanness that comes with living.
“We’ve got to feel it to heal it”
How I work
I don’t believe in a passive approach to therapy, I aim to be a present companion through your journey because it’s a hell of a lot easier to have company going into the unknown than being alone.
I do bring myself into the space to normalize what it is to be human and real. I’ve had personal experience with anxiety and depression. Experienced my fair share of pain, close bereavement and my continual process of grief, constant challenges of feeling not enough and people-pleasing. All the good stuff.
I value deep connection, and our ability to make meaning which I find constantly inspiring. Love all things gaming and arty/creative, am an avid explorer (having lived in 3 different countries). I’m a proud big brother, a terrible multi-tasker, and just another person trying to make sense of what it is to be human.
So if you are just skim-reading or you have made it to the end of my rambling and would like to see more of what my way of working is like. Or if you are just curious and want to have a chat send over a message and we can set up a call.
I wish you all the best and luck in finding the right therapist for you.
Take care, Luke 😊
Specialties
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 counseling
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
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 398957 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Luke Thompson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Luke has been great - gave me space to speak and sound out my feelings and thoughts, helped unearth some realisations without judgement or pressure - highly recommend based on my experience.
Great therapist who focuses on where the pain is and helping you process those emotions.
Luke is truly brilliant! he has helped me so much and given such invaluable insight. talking to him feels like talking with a friend; it’s a safe space and i don’t ever find my self feeling self conscious or embarrassed - something i’ve really struggled with with previous therapists. At the moment we only do live chat sessions ( due to my anxiety over the phone) but these have been so helpful, he responds quickly & with the live typing feature it’s only a tad slower than actually talking which is great. I couldn’t recommend luke more, he is kind, understanding & incredibly insightful.
Luke is warm and personable and really helps me dig further into how I am feeling.
Only had two sessions so I apologize if I haven't experienced enough to write a more encapsulating review but he definitely knows what he's doing from my untrained perspective none the less. But he can see past surface level issues and really get down to the roots definitely learnt alot about myself from only 2 sessions and descovered that what you feel on the base and even the layer under that it goes much deeper. I like what he said about revealing things just outside of our awareness. I am looking forward to many more sessions. Feeling relived that I've found something that's working for me.
This therapy has been really helping me grow as a person, I really appreciate his help
Luke is professional and compassionate, helping me in my process by asking questions that help bring the truly important feelings and experiences to fore. I have felt seen, understood, and respected even if we come from different cultural backgrounds, and it all the more highlights how understanding and empathetic he is. I truly appreciate him as my therapist.
Luke listens well and is engaging with his questions and conversations. Our sessions have been a comfort to me as I work through things.
I am forever grateful I met Luke. He always knows the right questions and he has a complete understanding of what i am feeling and going through every time even without me realising it! He creates such a safe environment I never experienced in my life before!
Luke is a very good listener and has offered some very helpful advice which has improved my situation.
Really good listener and very calming and non judgemental
Luke is kind and a compassionate listener. I like that he respects the truth that each individual is the authority in their own lives. Christian counsel is support in reframing obstacles as a stepping stones for transformation.
Luke is wonderful, so understanding. Knows exactly what i mean and what i feel and always asks the right questions and his explanation gives so much clarity. I couldn’t be luckier to have him as my therapist.
Luke is a compassionate and thoughtful therapist. He has allowed me to express my thoughts and emotions while feeling fully supported and engaged. I have taken a lot out of each session and he often brings new or different perspectives to ongoing issues and concerns.
Luke has and is a wonderful therapist. He is very good at giving you the space you need to feel safe and be vulnerable. I have had 12 sessions with him and from day 1 I have learned more about myself than I ever did in 6 sessions with another therapist. Highly recommend!
I'm so grateful to be working with Luke. He has been so helpful, gentle, understanding and present every single time that we've talked, and I have felt safe right from the beginning. I trust him completely and have been able to learn a lot from him and with him. It's in the way he shows up, the kindness, patience & respect he continually shares in this nourishing, calming space. It was the best decision to ask for help and connect with him. I am so glad and honored to have met him, it is exactly what I have needed and what has helped me grow and heal more! I appreciate him so much!!
Luke Thompson was a lifeline while I was in crisis, speaking to him gave me a perspective that allowed me to take necessary steps to start getting to a better place. I really appreciate him and recommend him strongly.
Luke is amazing at helping you through struggles that you can't quite pinpoint. Highly recommend.
Frequently asked questions
Does Luke Thompson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Luke Thompson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Luke Thompson speak?
Luke Thompson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Luke Thompson have?
Luke Thompson has 4 years of experience.
Where is Luke Thompson licensed to practice?
Luke Thompson is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Luke Thompson accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Luke Thompson accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Luke Thompson offer?
Luke Thompson offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Luke Thompson?
Luke Thompson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Luke Thompson?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.