Luke Thompson , BACP

Luke Thompson is a BACP-accredited therapist based in the United Kingdom who works with people facing relationship difficulties, depression and a wide range of anxiety - from social fears to deeper existential worry. He frequently supports clients who are also managing shame, low self-esteem or low confidence, ADHD, bereavement and relationship breakups, and he welcomes conversations about intimacy, family dynamics and the impact of past trauma.

His practice draws on attachment theory, emotion-focused approaches, cognitive behavioral techniques and humanistic, person-centred work. In plain terms this means sessions center on the client and their feelings, and that the therapy relationship itself becomes a tool for change. Luke aims to build empathy, honest reflection and non-judgemental presence so that painful habits, emotions and patterns can be noticed, felt and worked with - even when that involves crying, anger or making mistakes as part of healing.

Luke describes his style as active and companionate rather than passive; he accompanies clients through difficult territory rather than standing apart. He also speaks from personal experience of anxiety, depression, loss and the ongoing process of grief, and he understands struggles with people-pleasing and feeling not enough. Outside of work he enjoys gaming and creative projects, has lived in three countries, and values deep human connection and meaning-making. As a therapist he invites curiosity, warmth and practical support for people navigating life changes and emotional pain.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Luke integrates attachment-based work and emotionally-focused therapy alongside person-centred principles to help clients understand and shift patterns in relationships and emotion. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship experiences shape current ways of relating and is useful for worries about closeness, abandonment or recurring relationship conflicts. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify, accept and transform painful emotional patterns so they can respond differently in moments of distress. Client-Centered Therapy (also called person-centred) prioritizes the client's experience, offering empathy and unconditional regard so people can explore their feelings without judgement.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Luke works with each person to assess their needs, goals and preferences, and together they select techniques and perspectives that best fit the issue at hand and the client’s style of working.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone conversations, live chat or ongoing text-based messaging - making it easier to fit support around work, family life and travel. These options let licensed professionals and therapists provide consistent, accessible care while tailoring the format to what helps each client engage and make progress.