- Straightforward care
- Focus on recovery
- Respectful listening
About Luke
Luke Boss is an Australian counsellor who helps people facing addiction, trauma, grief and low self esteem. He writes plainly and directly, and aims to make the first step feel manageable for someone who is anxious or uncertain about counselling.
He brings 17 years of professional experience, including work in residential rehabilitation settings and in the criminal justice system. He also draws on personal lived experience when helping people recover from hard life events. That mix of practice and life perspective shapes how he plans sessions and sets goals with each person.
Luke works with a practical, down-to-earth style. He values honesty, being open minded and willingness to try new strategies. Sessions focus on clear, usable steps that fit the person's needs and circumstances rather than abstract theory.
His approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). He tailors these methods to suit issues such as addiction, trauma and mood difficulties, and to support building motivation and self worth.
Luke aims to treat people with respect and compassion. He will adapt the conversation and plan to the individual's situation. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
He brings 17 years of professional experience, including work in residential rehabilitation settings and in the criminal justice system. He also draws on personal lived experience when helping people recover from hard life events. That mix of practice and life perspective shapes how he plans sessions and sets goals with each person.
Luke works with a practical, down-to-earth style. He values honesty, being open minded and willingness to try new strategies. Sessions focus on clear, usable steps that fit the person's needs and circumstances rather than abstract theory.
His approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). He tailors these methods to suit issues such as addiction, trauma and mood difficulties, and to support building motivation and self worth.
Luke aims to treat people with respect and compassion. He will adapt the conversation and plan to the individual's situation. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
ACA · Australia
Languages
English
How therapy approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people live in line with their values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for anxiety, grief, addiction and motivation problems. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and teaches practical skills for changing patterns that keep problems going. It often helps with depression, low self esteem and coping after trauma. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns and aims to shift unhelpful relational responses and build safer ways of relating.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit your situation. This is done collaboratively, with regular check-ins to see what is helping and what can be adjusted.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to attend regular sessions during work breaks or between other commitments. The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking to make sure they suit your needs.
Frequently asked questions
What difficulties does this counsellor help with?
He works with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, low self esteem and depression, plus related concerns such as caregiver stress, communication problems and coping after disaster.
What is his therapeutic style like?
The style is practical and down-to-earth with an emphasis on honesty and openness. Sessions are geared to actionable steps and tailored to the person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 17 years of professional experience, including roles in residential rehabilitation and work within the criminal justice system.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is listed with the ACA and practises in Australia.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I see him from outside Australia?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and the therapist's availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.