- Men's wellbeing
- Collaborative style
- Practical tools
About Luke
Luke Borkenhagen is a licensed independent clinical social worker with five years of professional experience in Minnesota. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, and the fallout from trauma and abuse. Luke aims to be a partner and guide, offering a listening ear and fresh perspectives as clients navigate difficult changes.
He uses practical methods to help people build confidence and motivation. Sessions often look at patterns that drive feelings like shame, emptiness, or isolation. He also helps people facing relationship strain, caregiver stress, addiction concerns, and the emotional impact of illness such as cancer.
Luke draws on several therapeutic frameworks to support growth. That can include acceptance strategies to reduce unhelpful struggle, attachment-based work to explore relationship patterns, and client-centered conversation that follows the person’s pace. He also references Jungian ideas and somatic or parts-focused approaches to understand deeper patterns.
People who tend to benefit are those ready to reflect on their inner experience and try new ways of responding. Sessions balance practical tools and open-ended exploration of meaning and identity. Luke emphasizes collaboration so the work fits a person’s goals and temperament.
He welcomes conversations about how therapy might help and whether his approach fits your needs. To start, people typically share their story and priorities, and then Luke and the client shape a path forward together.
How certain approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice what matters most and take small steps in that direction while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early connection patterns shape current relationships and helps people try new ways of relating and feeling safer with others. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead, offering a steady, nonjudgmental space to sort through challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Luke treats the choice of method as collaborative, matching techniques to each person’s goals and preferences. He will work together with the client to test what helps and adjust the plan over time.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are set by the therapist and platform. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, like scheduling during a lunch break or reducing travel time. They can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed or a session without video if that feels better. Ask about exact formats when you start the intake questionnaire.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Luke commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, and coping with major life changes. Additional areas include relationship and family strain, caregiver stress, addiction, and intimacy-related concerns.
What is his approach to therapy like?
Luke takes a collaborative, down-to-earth approach that mixes practical techniques with exploration. He listens first, then offers strategies and perspectives tailored to each person.
What kind of background does he bring?
He has five years of professional experience as a licensed clinical social worker. His work includes supporting people through trauma, motivation challenges, and emotional regulation.
Where is Luke based and what are his credentials?
He practices in Minnesota and holds the credential LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.