Turning Point Behavioral Health Care Center
Luke Thompson, Ph.D., is an experienced mental health professional currently serving as an Outpatient Therapist at Turning Point Behavioral Health Care Center since August 2022 and as a Therapist at the Emotional Management Program since May 2024. Luke has previously held fellowships at the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis and taught graduate courses on Japanese Buddhist texts at the Institute of Buddhist Studies. With extensive freelance editing and translation expertise, Luke has worked with various academic institutions and published numerous academic journal articles. Educational credentials include an AM in Clinical/Medical Social Work from the University of Chicago, a PhD in East Asian Languages and Cultures from Columbia University, and advanced degrees in Buddhist Studies and Japanese Studies. Additionally, Luke has management experience in real estate and has worked as a counselor and faculty member in educational programs.
Turning Point Behavioral Health Care Center
Turning Point is an outpatient mental health center that exists to provide expert care and relief, no matter who you are or what your situation might be. We guide you through the most frightening and difficult steps and decisions you face and help to ensure that you maintain your legal rights. We provide solid support, every step of the way, recognizing each client’s efforts to change, stabilize and grow. Our promise to you. Expert. Turning Point experts will be there for you. We will guide you through the most frightening, difficult steps and decisions you must face. Access. We will make care available to all, regardless of financial resources, insurance coverage or intensity of need. We will help to ensure that you maintain your legal rights. Respect. We will treat you with dignity. We will listen to you. We will respect your knowledge and preferences about the approach to your recovery. We will collaborate with you and support you every step of the way. Purpose. We will champion the rights of persons with mental illness to promote community awareness and understanding. We will work to improve quality of life for our clients, their families, and our community.