- Integrative approach
- BACP registered
- Focus on parenting
About Luana
Luana Maki is a non-binary counsellor who uses a blend of therapeutic approaches to help people navigate difficult moments. They bring three years of experience and a client-focused way of working. Sessions aim to be responsive and tailored to each person's story. Luana is registered with the BACP, British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Luana describes their practice as integrative. That means they draw on different methods to match what each person needs. In sessions they listen closely, notice patterns, and help people link feelings, behaviour and body responses. The work is described as collaborative and adaptive rather than prescriptive.
Common concerns addressed include anxiety, stress, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, ADHD and self-esteem. Luana also supports people with parenting questions, grief, communication problems and life changes. Additional focus areas listed include body image, chronic illness and caregiver stress.
The approach uses gentle exploration of personal history alongside practical, goal-focused steps. That can help people untangle repeated patterns and try different ways of coping. Sessions are intended to evolve as needs change, with attention to what is useful in the moment.
People interested in working with Luana should know that they offer their practice from the United Kingdom and speak English. Their registration with the BACP is stated as a professional credential. To start, readers are invited to use the site's matching flow and scheduling system to connect and plan sessions.
How Luana's approaches work online and in practice
Luana draws on client-centred work that focuses on the person's experience and perspective. This approach emphasises listening, respect and helping people make their own choices about what to try next. It suits people who want a compassionate space to talk and be heard.Mindfulness therapy is used to bring attention to present-moment experience and bodily signals. Simple practices can help reduce reactivity to stress and support clearer decision-making during difficult times. These techniques often pair well with discussion about daily habits and coping steps.
Finding the right method is part of the process. The counsellor will work collaboratively to identify which approaches feel most helpful for each person's goals and preferences. That may mean mixing gentle exploration of past patterns with short-term, solution-focused tasks to try between sessions.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around family and work commitments, to check in from a quieter spot, or to use brief sessions when time is limited. Registered or accredited professionals aim to adapt session length and pacing to everyday life needs rather than forcing a single model on everyone.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can be discussed?
Luana supports people with issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, parenting questions and ADHD.
What is Luana's therapeutic style?
Their style is integrative and client-centred, mixing listening, exploration of history, and practical steps to address current problems.
How much experience does the counsellor have?
They have three years of professional experience working with the areas listed in the profile.
Where is this counsellor based and what are their credentials?
Practice is based in the United Kingdom and they are registered with the BACP, British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with this counsellor?
They are not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin sessions?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.