Expertise

Phuong Tran brings a wealth of expertise across diverse settings, making her uniquely equipped to address a wide range of mental health needs. Her experience includes working in public mental health, schools, and general hospitals, as well as counselling and psychotherapy centres. She also provides specialized services through Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), private practice, palliative care and psycho-oncology. Phuong Tran has extensive experience working with individuals suffering from chronic diseases, terminal illnesses, oncology, palliative care, grief, and loss. This extensive background ensures that no matter your situation, Phuong Tran can provide the support and guidance you need for your mental and emotional well-being. With an extensive background, Phuong Tran is uniquely equipped to guide you on your path to well-being, whether you are facing a specific challenge or striving for personal growth.

Specialities

Children, youth, family therapy, grief, mental health (OCD, PTSD, trauma), parenting, postnatal depression, relationships, self-harm, suicide, stress, cancer, chronic diseases, palliative care, crisis support, and spiritual counselling.

Therapeutic approaches

Client-centered, evidence-based, and holistic. Techniques include CBT, MBCT, EMDR, mindfulness, solution-focused, emotionally focused, DBT, ACT, EFT (tapping), family systems, art-based methods, integrative therapy, addressing all aspects of healing and growth.

Services

Youth, relationships, career, parenting, general concerns, stress, anger management, depression, anxiety, trauma, and more, with a safe and inclusive space for everyone, including the LGBTIQA+ community.

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Why Choose Phuong Tran

Phuong Tran provides a uniquely safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment, specifically tailored to meet your individual needs and therapeutic goals. In this space, you will feel genuinely seen, heard, supported, looked after, special, held, contained, safe, and respected, fostering a nurturing atmosphere conducive to personal growth, healing, and well-being. With a client-centered and trauma-informed approach, Phuong Tran integrates evidence-based techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, and more. Additional modalities are employed as necessary to effectively address your unique concerns. Currently, Phuong Tran's waiting list is approximately 7-14 working days for in-person clients. For online counselling, psychotherapy, and EMDR therapy sessions, there is no waiting list. Phuong Tran provides in-person sessions in Melbourne and worldwide online counselling, excluding the USA and Canada.

No referral required

Access our services directly, without the need for referrals, simplifying your journey to well-being. Experience personalized, compassionate care tailored to your unique needs and goals.

Extensive background

Phuong Tran has background in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Oncological Psychology, Palliative Care, Medical Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Comprehensive Expertise Across Various Settings

Public mental health, schools, hospitals, counselling centres, psychotherapy centres, EAP services, and more, ensuring tailored care wherever you are.

Broad Specializations to Address Diverse Needs

From family therapy to tackling mental health challenges, relationship issues, and spiritual counselling, I specialize in a wide range of areas to meet your unique needs.

Inclusive Services for Everyone

Phuong Tran welcomes individuals of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs, and abilities, creating a safe and supportive environment for all.

Holistic Well-being with a Client-Centered Approach

Phuong Tran prioritizes your overall wellness by addressing both surface issues and deeper concerns, ensuring a thorough understanding of your unique needs.

Fluent in Vietnamese and English

Breaking language barriers, Phuong Tran bridges the gap for holistic well-being within the Vietnamese community in Australia, offering services in both Vietnamese and English.

Commitment to Professional Standards

Phuong Tran's registered psychotherapist and counsellor are dedicated to continuous training, providing you with the latest therapeutic tools and techniques for optimal care.

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Special Offers

Phuong Tran is located in St. Albans, Victoria 3021, at the heart of Melbourne's largest Vietnamese community. Offering consultations in both Vietnamese and English, Phuong Tran is dedicated to accessible mental health support. From September 2023 to December 2024, Phuong Tran provides a 10% discount on online counselling fees for eligible Vietnamese clients, reflecting our commitment to affordability. Additionally, Phuong Tran offers counselling and psychotherapy packages with a 10% discount on the normal fee for 10 sessions when paid upfront in a single payment. This applies to both face-to-face and telehealth/online counselling and psychotherapy sessions.

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Counselling, Psychotherapy, Spiritual Care and Supervision Services

Phuong Tran (Teresa) is a highly experienced clinical practitioner specializing in psychotherapy, counselling, spiritual care, and more. With over 13 years of experience, Phuong Tran focuses on the emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of life. Phuong Tran provides support for various issues, including anxiety, depression, LGBTIQA+ concerns, anger management, trauma, and much more. Phuong Tran also offers guidance for career, relationships, cultural challenges, grief, and life transitions. Whether you're grappling with a specific challenge or seeking personal growth, Phuong Tran is here to accompany you on your journey to well-being.

Working With

Phuong Tran offers in-person sessions in Melbourne (Australia) and Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam). Advance booking is required for sessions in Vietnam as Phuong Tran travels there a few times per year. Additionally, Phuong Tran provides worldwide telehealth/online counselling, excluding the USA and Canada, offering support in both English and Vietnamese. Phuong Tran can help with a range of issues, including:

Professional Membership

Phuong Tran is a registered professional clinical counsellor and psychotherapist with peak industry bodies for counsellors and psychotherapists in both Australia (PACFA and ACA) and Vietnam (VPA and HEPSA).

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Why Choose Phuong Tran?

Psychotherapy, Counselling, EMDR Therapy, Spiritual Care, Supervision, and Training Services.

17,000 +

Client contact hours.

6 +

years of experience in online/telephone counselling.

14 +

years of experience in psychotherapy and counselling.

10 +

years of experience in lecturing and training.

16 +

years of experience providing psychological support and counselling to patients with complex illnesses, chronic conditions, palliative care, and end-of-life care.

6 +

years of experience in spiritual care within hospital, mental health, and palliative care settings.

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