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If you or someone you care about is feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure about what’s ahead, you’re definitely not alone. Life can get pretty complicated for teenagers and young adults, and it’s often hard for parents to see their kids struggling.
I’m Lukas Winward, a registered counsellor working in Mordialloc and surrounding areas. I focus on supporting young people, parents, and families. Whether it’s school refusal, anxiety, or addiction, I offer a calm space to explore what’s going on and build strategies for change.
I work with clients from all walks of life across Mordialloc, with both in-person and online sessions available.
Counselling in Mordialloc
Mordialloc is a beachside suburb with a vibrant mix of young families, professionals, and students. With easy access to the coast, parks, and schools, it’s a sought-after location but that doesn’t mean it’s stress-free.
Teenagers and young adults in Mordialloc often feel pressure around school, friendships, and future plans. Parents can sometimes feel unsure about how to help.
Counselling can provide a pause - a moment to reflect, unpack what’s going on, and begin a clearer, more confident path forward.
What I Help With
I provide counselling services for young people and their families on a wide variety of issues, including:
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Failure to Launch: supporting those feeling stuck or unsure about next steps
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Friendships: dealing with social challenges, bullying, or loneliness
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Capacity Building: developing confidence, emotional skills, and resilience
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Addiction: gaming, screen/device use, smoking, drugs and alcohol, pornography, gambling, and more
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Anxiety: general worries, social anxiety, and pressure to perform
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Suicide Ideation: caring support for those dealing with suicidal thoughts
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Self Harm: understanding and working through self-injury
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Grief & Loss: coping with bereavement or major life changes
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School Refusal: uncovering causes and planning a path back
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Parental Issues: improving communication and emotional safety at home
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Pathways & Career Counselling: helping young adults with study, work, and life choices
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Depression: managing low mood, lack of motivation, and disconnection
You or your child don’t have to face these challenges alone and change is absolutely possible.
ABOUT
Lukas
Lukas lives in Parkdale with his family. He is a qualified counsellor registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) level 4 who has extensive experience working with young people and adults.
He has worked with teenagers in schools, TAFE (VCAL), Apprentices, NDIS (capacity building), ChildFIRST, Tuning into Kids facilitation, crisis supporter (phone support line) and victims of crime.
Where I Work
I work with clients across Mordialloc, Parkdale, Aspendale, Mentone, and beyond.
Sessions are available in person near Mordialloc or via secure video for flexibility.
No GP referral is required, and I warmly welcome people from all walks of life.
A Golfing Counsellor
Lukas Winward is also the founder of The Golfing Counsellor, an innovative therapy experience that combines the therapeutic benefits of counselling with the calming environment of a golf course.
For teenagers and young adults, traditional therapy settings can sometimes feel intimidating or stressful. That’s why incorporating golf - a sport close to my heart with courses like Cheltenham Golf Club, Sandringham, and Brighton Golf Course nearby - can offer a more relaxed and mindful way to approach counselling. Golf provides a sense of calm and grounding that can make the therapeutic process feel more accessible and natural.
It’s also a way some clients connect with me, especially young people or parents who enjoy the game. Sometimes golf becomes a natural bridge to deeper conversations about stress, identity, or discipline.
