Your Path,
Our Purpose.
Your Path,
Our Purpose.
Find out who we are, what we stand for, and how we can support your journey.
Find out who we are, what we stand for, and how we can support your journey.
About
Everyone arrives mid-story. We help you find the thread that runs through yours, and follow it with precision, depth, and care.
Everyone arrives mid-story. We help you find the thread that runs through yours, and follow it with precision, depth, and care.
Tony Nguyen
Founder & Principal Psychologist
How I work
My work begins from the view that psychological distress is not only something to be reduced, but also something to be understood. I draw on existential and psychoanalytic perspectives to explore the inner world as it is lived in the present, while attending to the ways it has been shaped by attachment, loss, identity, culture, and the defences we form around what matters most.
Therapy with me is integrative and formulation-led. From an existential psychodynamic foundation, I draw on CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, ACT, and other evidence-based approaches where they are clinically useful. I do not begin with a fixed template. Instead, we work together to understand the patterns sustaining distress and to shape therapy around your needs, context, and aims.
For some, therapy is a place to develop skills, insight, and steadier ways of managing mental health difficulties. For others, it becomes a space to think more deeply about identity, meaning, relationships, and direction. Often, it is both: a focused and reflective process of reducing suffering while making room for a more coherent and personally meaningful life.
Specific Interests
Trauma
Phobias
Existential concerns and life transitions
Psychosis
Neurodiversity
Addiction
Diagnostic clarification
Industry Experience
Psychiatric inpatient hospitals
Defence
Corporate and organsational contexts
Disability services
Private practice
Professional Affiliations
Australian Psychological Society (APS)
Australian Assosciation of Psychologists (AAPI)
C.G Jung Society Melbourne
EMDR Assosciation of Australia (EMDRAA)
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Master of Psychology (Industrial-Organisational Psychology)
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
PhD Candidate
Tony Nguyen
Founder & Principal Psychologist
How I work
My work begins from the view that psychological distress is not only something to be reduced, but also something to be understood. I draw on existential and psychoanalytic perspectives to explore the inner world as it is lived in the present, while attending to the ways it has been shaped by attachment, loss, identity, culture, and the defences we form around what matters most.
Therapy with me is integrative and formulation-led. From an existential psychodynamic foundation, I draw on CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, ACT, and other evidence-based approaches where they are clinically useful. I do not begin with a fixed template. Instead, we work together to understand the patterns sustaining distress and to shape therapy around your needs, context, and aims.
For some, therapy is a place to develop skills, insight, and steadier ways of managing mental health difficulties. For others, it becomes a space to think more deeply about identity, meaning, relationships, and direction. Often, it is both: a focused and reflective process of reducing suffering while making room for a more coherent and personally meaningful life.
Specific Interests
Trauma
Phobias
Existential concerns and life transitions
Psychosis
Neurodiversity
Addiction
Diagnostic clarification
Industry Experience
Psychiatric inpatient hospitals
Defence
Corporate and organsational contexts
Disability services
Private practice
Professional Affiliations
Australian Psychological Society (APS)
Australian Assosciation of Psychologists (AAPI)
C.G Jung Society Melbourne
EMDR Assosciation of Australia (EMDRAA)
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Master of Psychology (Industrial-Organisational Psychology)
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
PhD Candidate
Tony Nguyen
Founder & Principal Psychologist
How I work
My work begins from the view that psychological distress is not only something to be reduced, but also something to be understood. I draw on existential and psychoanalytic perspectives to explore the inner world as it is lived in the present, while attending to the ways it has been shaped by attachment, loss, identity, culture, and the defences we form around what matters most.
Therapy with me is integrative and formulation-led. From an existential psychodynamic foundation, I draw on CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, ACT, and other evidence-based approaches where they are clinically useful. I do not begin with a fixed template. Instead, we work together to understand the patterns sustaining distress and to shape therapy around your needs, context, and aims.
For some, therapy is a place to develop skills, insight, and steadier ways of managing mental health difficulties. For others, it becomes a space to think more deeply about identity, meaning, relationships, and direction. Often, it is both: a focused and reflective process of reducing suffering while making room for a more coherent and personally meaningful life.
Specific Interests
Trauma
Phobias
Existential concerns and life transitions
Psychosis
Neurodiversity
Addiction
Diagnostic clarification
Industry Experience
Psychiatric inpatient hospitals
Defence
Corporate and organsational contexts
Disability services
Private practice
Professional Affiliations
Australian Psychological Society (APS)
Australian Assosciation of Psychologists (AAPI)
C.G Jung Society Melbourne
EMDR Assosciation of Australia (EMDRAA)
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Master of Psychology (Industrial-Organisational Psychology)
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
PhD Candidate
Ready to find
your path?
Ready to find
your path?
If this story resonates with you, maybe it’s time to start your own. Therapy isn’t about quick fixes — it’s about meaningful change, one clear step at a time.
If this story resonates with you, maybe it’s time to start your own. Therapy isn’t about quick fixes — it’s about meaningful change, one clear step at a time.
Prefer to chat first? Send us an email or connect with us on social — we’re always happy to help.
Prefer to chat first? Send us an email or connect with us on social — we’re always happy to help.
“People do not become bitter because life defeated them. They become bitter because somewhere along the way, they abandoned themselves. The man who never became what he could have been begins to hate those who try. The woman who buried her soul in conformity begins to resent freedom in others. And slowly, what was once possibility turns into critism, envy and despair. Because deep down every human being knows when they are living against their own nature.”
“People do not become bitter because life defeated them. They become bitter because somewhere along the way, they abandoned themselves. The man who never became what he could have been begins to hate those who try. The woman who buried her soul in conformity begins to resent freedom in others. And slowly, what was once possibility turns into critism, envy and despair. Because deep down every human being knows when they are living against their own nature.”
— Carl Jung
— Carl Jung
Your questions.
Answered.
Not sure what to expect? These answers can help you feel more confident as you get started. You might also like to look at our social media for another way of understanding what we do.
Didn’t find your answer? Send us a message — we’ll respond with care and clarity.
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
Therapy isn’t just for crises. It’s for anyone curious about growth, clarity, or navigating life’s changes with more support and self-awareness.
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
Therapy isn’t just for crises. It’s for anyone curious about growth, clarity, or navigating life’s changes with more support and self-awareness.
What can I expect from the first session?
What can I expect from the first session?
The first session is mostly about understanding what brings you here. We talk through your history, what you are hoping for, and what has and has not helped before, at a pace that feels comfortable. There is nothing to prepare and no pressure to share more than you want to. By the end, you should have a clearer sense of how we might work together and what a useful way forward could look like. If it feels like a fit, we plan the next steps from there.
Do you offer both online and in-person sessions?
Do you offer both online and in-person sessions?
Yes. We see people in person at our rooms in East Melbourne, and online via telehealth across Australia. Many clients mix the two, meeting in person when they can and online when life gets busy. Online sessions are just as structured and confidential as in-person ones, and for most kinds of work they are equally effective. We can help you choose what suits your situation, and change it as your circumstances do.
How often should I come to therapy?
How often should I come to therapy?
It depends on what you are working on and what you can sustain. Many people begin weekly or fortnightly, which helps build momentum early on, then move to less frequent sessions as things settle. Some pieces of work are short and focused, while others unfold over a longer period. We agree on a rhythm together at the start, review it as we go, and adjust it to fit your life rather than a fixed formula.
Is everything I share kept private?
Is everything I share kept private?
Confidentiality is central to therapy, and what you share stays private as a rule. There are a small number of legal and ethical exceptions that every psychologist must observe, mainly where there is a serious risk to your safety or someone else's, or where records are formally requested by a court. We explain these clearly at the start. Outside of those rare situations, what happens in the room stays in the room, and if we ever need to share information, for example with your GP under a Medicare plan, we do so with your consent.
What does it cost, and can I claim a rebate?
What does it cost, and can I claim a rebate?
Fees depend on the type and length of session, and we are happy to share current fees when you enquire. If your GP provides a Mental Health Care Plan, you can claim a Medicare rebate on a set number of sessions each calendar year. We also work with other funding pathways, including NDIS, WorkCover, the TAC, DVA, and private health, depending on your situation. If you are unsure what you are eligible for, ask us and we will help you work it out before you commit.
Your questions.
Answered.
Not sure what to expect? These answers can help you feel more confident as you get started. You might also like to look at our social media for another way of understanding what we do.
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
Therapy isn’t just for crises. It’s for anyone curious about growth, clarity, or navigating life’s changes with more support and self-awareness.
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
Therapy isn’t just for crises. It’s for anyone curious about growth, clarity, or navigating life’s changes with more support and self-awareness.
What can I expect from the first session?
What can I expect from the first session?
The first session is mostly about understanding what brings you here. We talk through your history, what you are hoping for, and what has and has not helped before, at a pace that feels comfortable. There is nothing to prepare and no pressure to share more than you want to. By the end, you should have a clearer sense of how we might work together and what a useful way forward could look like. If it feels like a fit, we plan the next steps from there.
Do you offer both online and in-person sessions?
Do you offer both online and in-person sessions?
Yes. We see people in person at our rooms in East Melbourne, and online via telehealth across Australia. Many clients mix the two, meeting in person when they can and online when life gets busy. Online sessions are just as structured and confidential as in-person ones, and for most kinds of work they are equally effective. We can help you choose what suits your situation, and change it as your circumstances do.
How often should I come to therapy?
How often should I come to therapy?
It depends on what you are working on and what you can sustain. Many people begin weekly or fortnightly, which helps build momentum early on, then move to less frequent sessions as things settle. Some pieces of work are short and focused, while others unfold over a longer period. We agree on a rhythm together at the start, review it as we go, and adjust it to fit your life rather than a fixed formula.
Is everything I share kept private?
Is everything I share kept private?
Confidentiality is central to therapy, and what you share stays private as a rule. There are a small number of legal and ethical exceptions that every psychologist must observe, mainly where there is a serious risk to your safety or someone else's, or where records are formally requested by a court. We explain these clearly at the start. Outside of those rare situations, what happens in the room stays in the room, and if we ever need to share information, for example with your GP under a Medicare plan, we do so with your consent.
What does it cost, and can I claim a rebate?
What does it cost, and can I claim a rebate?
Fees depend on the type and length of session, and we are happy to share current fees when you enquire. If your GP provides a Mental Health Care Plan, you can claim a Medicare rebate on a set number of sessions each calendar year. We also work with other funding pathways, including NDIS, WorkCover, the TAC, DVA, and private health, depending on your situation. If you are unsure what you are eligible for, ask us and we will help you work it out before you commit.
Didn’t find your answer? Send us a message — we’ll respond with care and clarity.
Your questions.
Answered.
Not sure what to expect? These answers can help you feel more confident as you get started. You might also like to look at our social media for another way of understanding what we do.
Didn’t find your answer? Send us a message — we’ll respond with care and clarity.
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
Therapy isn’t just for crises. It’s for anyone curious about growth, clarity, or navigating life’s changes with more support and self-awareness.
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
Therapy isn’t just for crises. It’s for anyone curious about growth, clarity, or navigating life’s changes with more support and self-awareness.
What can I expect from the first session?
What can I expect from the first session?
The first session is mostly about understanding what brings you here. We talk through your history, what you are hoping for, and what has and has not helped before, at a pace that feels comfortable. There is nothing to prepare and no pressure to share more than you want to. By the end, you should have a clearer sense of how we might work together and what a useful way forward could look like. If it feels like a fit, we plan the next steps from there.
Do you offer both online and in-person sessions?
Do you offer both online and in-person sessions?
Yes. We see people in person at our rooms in East Melbourne, and online via telehealth across Australia. Many clients mix the two, meeting in person when they can and online when life gets busy. Online sessions are just as structured and confidential as in-person ones, and for most kinds of work they are equally effective. We can help you choose what suits your situation, and change it as your circumstances do.
How often should I come to therapy?
How often should I come to therapy?
It depends on what you are working on and what you can sustain. Many people begin weekly or fortnightly, which helps build momentum early on, then move to less frequent sessions as things settle. Some pieces of work are short and focused, while others unfold over a longer period. We agree on a rhythm together at the start, review it as we go, and adjust it to fit your life rather than a fixed formula.
Is everything I share kept private?
Is everything I share kept private?
Confidentiality is central to therapy, and what you share stays private as a rule. There are a small number of legal and ethical exceptions that every psychologist must observe, mainly where there is a serious risk to your safety or someone else's, or where records are formally requested by a court. We explain these clearly at the start. Outside of those rare situations, what happens in the room stays in the room, and if we ever need to share information, for example with your GP under a Medicare plan, we do so with your consent.
What does it cost, and can I claim a rebate?
What does it cost, and can I claim a rebate?
Fees depend on the type and length of session, and we are happy to share current fees when you enquire. If your GP provides a Mental Health Care Plan, you can claim a Medicare rebate on a set number of sessions each calendar year. We also work with other funding pathways, including NDIS, WorkCover, the TAC, DVA, and private health, depending on your situation. If you are unsure what you are eligible for, ask us and we will help you work it out before you commit.