About
My name is Michelle Luc
I’m the heart behind River of the Mind Therapy—a space dedicated to supporting women, adolescents, and young people through life’s challenges. I have a deep passion for understanding the human mind and the stories we carry, and I work with clients navigating eating disorders, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem, and identity.
Whether you’re facing overwhelming emotions, struggling with disordered eating, feeling disconnected in your relationships, or simply trying to understand yourself better, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your experience.
As a female counsellor based in Melbourne, I’m especially passionate about supporting women across all stages of life, while continuing to work closely with teens and adolescents. I tailor practical strategies and insights to help clients feel more empowered, regulated, and connected—both to themselves and to the world around them.
At River of the Mind Therapy, my mission is clear: to walk alongside you with compassion, helping you reconnect to your inner strengths and find your own path forward.
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Nourish Your Mind
Eating Disorder Counselling
Eating disorder counselling services offer a safe and supportive space to explore the underlying emotional, psychological, and behavioural factors that contribute to disordered eating. Providing personalised guidance to help you develop a healthier relationship with food, your body, and yourself. I am are here to support your journey toward healing, self-acceptance, and lasting recovery.
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Discover your authentic self
Identity Counselling
Identity counselling services for adolescents provide a supportive and affirming space for young people navigating questions around personal identity, including gender, sexuality, culture, and self-concept. Trained to work with adolescents through this critical stage of development, using evidence-based approaches to foster self-understanding, resilience, and emotional well-being. Helping teens and adolescents explore who they are in a nonjudgmental environment, address any associated mental health concerns such as anxiety or depression, and support them in building a strong and authentic sense of self
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Unlock Your Potential
Personal Growth Counselling
My personal growth counselling services can help you achieve your full potential and live a more fulfilling life. I provide guidance and support to help you identify your strengths and overcome obstacles that may be holding you back. Through a collaborative and personalised approach, I work with you to build self-awareness, enhance emotional resilience, and set meaningful goals. Whether you're seeking greater confidence, clarity, or purpose, I'm here to support your journey toward a more empowered and authentic self.
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Discover Your Path Inner Peace
Mindfulness Counselling
Mindfulness counselling services can help you develop a greater sense of awareness and inner peace. Offering guidance and support to help you learn mindfulness techniques, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve your overall well-being.
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Pathways to Emotional Resilience
Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety counselling provides a safe and supportive space to explore what’s going on beneath the surface. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to cope, this space is designed to help you make sense of your experience and find new ways to manage life’s challenges.
Together, we’ll work towards building emotional resilience, developing greater self-awareness, and uncovering the strengths you already carry within you. You’ll be supported in understanding your stress and anxiety more clearly, while gaining tools to navigate life with more confidence, clarity, and calm.
1 hr
100 Australian dollars
1 hr
100 Australian dollars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Counselling?
Counselling is a form of talk therapy, where the process involves an individual (the client) and the therapist to share and discuss problems they are experiencing. This can include but not limited to, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship, and self-identity. The purpose of counselling is to support the individual navigate their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in order to promote resilience and well-being.
What is the cost of counselling services at River of the Mind Therapy?
The cost of counselling sessions are $100 for 60 minutes, which covers your direct therapy time, clinical case management, and session notes.
Are sessions confidential?
While sessions between client and therapist remain within the counselling space. However, there are exceptions where confidentially would deem a risk if it involves, self-harm, harm to others and where safety may be breached. It is my duty of care which aligns with my code of practice. As part of my professional practice, I am require to keep brief notes between sessions . This is only for my professional development in which I share in supervision, however, all costs are ensure to de-identify clients.
Do you offer telehealth sessions?
Cancellations
Yes, absolutely. I offer telehealth sessions via a secure and confidential video platform, so you can access support from the comfort and privacy of your own space. Whether you're local or based elsewhere in Australia, telehealth is a flexible and convenient option.
Cancellations for sessions must be notified as soon as possible. 24 hours notice is required, otherwise a full payment will be charged without notice, or in exceptional circumstances. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me immediately.
Contact Us
Get in touch with us to start your holistic healing journey today. We're here to support you on your path to wellness.