- Stress and anxiety
- Social anxiety support
- Workplace issues
About Luke
Luke Samios is a PACFA counsellor with seven years of experience based in Victoria, Australia. He works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, and issues related to LGBT identity, relationships and self-esteem. He also supports those facing social anxiety and phobia and workplace concerns.
Luke uses straightforward conversation to identify what is getting in the way. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. He listens for patterns in thinking, behaviour and social interactions, then suggests small, manageable changes to test out in real life.
Clients often bring worries about panic, isolation or feeling stuck in their purpose. Luke helps break these down into clearer problems and doable goals. He pays attention to communication habits and how they affect relationships at home and at work.
His background includes community mental health settings, where he worked alongside other health professionals to support people with mood disorders and post-traumatic stress. That experience shapes a pragmatic approach that keeps sessions focused and practical.
Sessions are delivered with respect and sensitivity, and plans are adjusted as progress is reviewed. People who choose to work with Luke usually start with a short questionnaire and schedule a first session to set priorities and next steps.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Luke draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour. One common approach is cognitive-style work that helps people notice anxious thoughts and test whether they are accurate. This method supports managing panic attacks, social anxiety and persistent worry by practising different responses to feared situations.An additional approach emphasises behavioural experiments and graded exposure. That means breaking feared social situations into small steps and trying these steps in real life while reviewing progress in sessions. It is practical and aimed at rebuilding confidence through repeated, manageable practice.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to choose techniques that match their goals, day-to-day demands and comfort with different exercises. Adjustments are made as the work progresses so each person’s plan changes with their needs.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around work, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when needed. The therapist will discuss which format suits scheduling, quieter surroundings and your goals when you book the first session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, LGBT issues, relationships and self-esteem, and also supports people with social anxiety and phobia.
What is his approach in sessions?
Luke uses straightforward conversation to identify patterns and set practical, testable steps to try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience working in community mental health settings alongside other professionals.
Which credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a PACFA counsellor based in Victoria, Australia.
Can I work with him in other languages or from overseas?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.