- Anxiety and depression
- Family and communication
- Practical coping tools
About Luke
Luke Mihail is an ACA counsellor with 20 years of clinical experience in Australia. He helps people who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem and anger. He also works with concerns tied to family life, abandonment, attachment and communication problems.
Luke writes plainly and keeps sessions practical. He avoids clinical jargon and focuses on what will help someone take the next step. Conversations aim to make sense of difficult feelings and find manageable ways to cope day to day.
His work covers a wide range of concerns beyond mood and anxiety. This includes issues such as body image, codependency, commitment and control problems, dissociation, and support for people affected by cancer or natural and human-caused disasters. He also has experience with neurodiversity, including autism and Asperger syndrome, and personality-related concerns such as avoidant, dependent or antisocial traits.
Luke describes his approach as down-to-earth and practical. Sessions can focus on building clearer communication, managing strong emotions, or finding routines that reduce overwhelm. He aims to help people think differently about their relationships and reactions, rather than handing out instructions.
For someone feeling stuck after work, relationship or health changes, Luke offers straightforward conversation and tools to try between sessions. He encourages people to begin without having everything figured out and to work collaboratively on the next steps.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions can help
Luke uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical changes and clearer thinking. One common approach is problem-focused work that identifies concrete patterns to change and builds step-by-step coping strategies for stress, anxiety and anger. Another is relationship-focused work that looks at how communication and attachment patterns affect how people interact and feel, helping to try different ways of relating and responding.Finding the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each person and choose methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process aimed at figuring out what feels useful and sustainable for everyday life.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family commitments, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need lower bandwidth options. Ask about the specific session formats offered when you arrange the first meeting.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and anger, and with related concerns such as attachment, abandonment and communication problems.
How does he approach someone feeling stuck?
He uses straightforward, practical conversations that avoid clinical jargon and focus on what will help in daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has twenty years of experience working in counselling and related services in Australia.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is listed with the Australian Counselling Association as ACA and practises in Australia.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside Australia work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.