Luke Thompson , BACP

Luke Thompson is a United Kingdom based therapist with four years of clinical experience who works with people facing relationship difficulties, depression and a broad range of anxiety presentations - from social anxiety to deep existential distress. He also supports clients dealing with shame, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, ADHD, bereavement and breakups, and offers focused help around intimacy, family and attachment-related concerns.

His practice draws on attachment theory, emotion-focused ideas, cognitive behavioural therapy and humanistic approaches such as person-centred and relational work. Luke explains these approaches in straightforward terms during sessions and places the therapeutic relationship at the heart of the process - using empathy, non-judgement and honesty to create a space where emotions and patterns can be explored and felt. He often sums this up with the phrase, "We’ve got to feel it to heal it."

Rather than a passive model, Luke takes an engaged, companioning stance with clients, valuing presence and connection while working through painful experiences. He speaks from lived experience with anxiety, depression, bereavement and long-term grief, and recognises common struggles such as people-pleasing and feelings of not being enough. Outside of therapy he has interests in gaming and creative pursuits, has lived in three different countries and identifies as a big brother and an avid explorer. Luke holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and provides therapy in English for domestic and international clients.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Luke integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support clients in an online setting. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current ways of relating and helps people build more secure connections and clearer boundaries. Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying, expressing and transforming core emotions to improve intimacy and regulate distress in relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, low mood and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work itself. Luke collaborates with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting sessions over time and combining elements from different approaches when that best supports progress.

Online therapy with Luke uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, to connect when travel is difficult, and to continue work across different time zones. Licensed professionals and therapists can offer effective, relationship-centered support through these formats while tailoring the pace and tools to each client’s circumstances.