- Guilt and shame
- Practical emotion skills
- Relationship patterns
About Luke
Luke Mihail is an ACA counsellor in Australia with 20 years of clinical experience. He works with stress, anxiety, family issues, anger, self-esteem and depression, and also supports people facing abandonment, attachment difficulties, autism and relationship challenges. He writes plainly and directly about the things that keep people stuck, including guilt and shame related to family, faith or past actions.
Luke focuses on honest conversation rather than labels. Sessions avoid jargon and pressure to speak before someone is ready. He aims to help people make sense of what they are feeling and find clear steps they can try between sessions.
In practice he uses practical strategies alongside reflection. That might mean learning ways to manage strong emotions one day, and looking at relationship patterns the next. He invites clients to test small changes and notice what shifts in daily life.
He has worked in both private practice and online settings over many years. His experience covers a broad range of concerns from body image and codependency to coping after disaster or with serious illness. He also supports people dealing with dissociation, dependent or avoidant personality patterns, and communication or commitment problems.
People who come to Luke often want straightforward feedback, clear options, and a human conversation about guilt or shame that doesn’t moralise. He encourages practical progress while also looking at the stories people tell about themselves. If someone is ready to try counselling, he asks a few simple questions first and then plans the first session together.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Luke uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques presented in everyday language. One common approach is practical skills training - teaching emotion regulation, coping strategies and short exercises you can try between sessions to manage anxiety or intense feelings. This helps when guilt or shame show up as overwhelming reactions that interrupt daily life.Another approach is relationship-focused conversation that looks at attachment and communication patterns. This helps people notice repeated dynamics in close relationships and try different ways of responding to reduce conflict or isolation. Both approaches are straightforward and aimed at small, testable changes rather than abstract theory.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk through options with each person, check what fits their goals and adjust the focus as work progresses. The plan evolves based on what is helpful and what a person prefers.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time. Confirm the exact session formats before booking, since the biography does not list them. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to maintain regular contact while juggling family, work and everyday commitments.
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, family issues, anger, self-esteem and depression, and also addresses concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues and body image.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He uses plain conversation and practical steps rather than jargon, helping people understand their feelings and try small changes that reduce their daily burden.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience working in counselling and related settings.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an ACA counsellor and practices in Australia.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are provided?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific session formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I 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 or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.