Nick Mueller

Psychologist

About

Nick is a registered psychologist with extensive experience in psychotherapeutic counselling across diverse communities and a range of issues. Initially educated in psychology at Macquarie University, Nick began as a volunteer in crisis support and suicide prevention. He went on to focus on Psychotherapy and Buddhism, which has informed his philosophy of healing. His recent experience has been at Cabrini, where he provides psychological support for people seeking asylum.   

Nick’s approach is based in authenticity, curiosity, creativity, and hope. He believes therapy can be a place for people to explore relationships with themselves and others, navigate change and improve emotional wellbeing. He has assisted people from different age group, cultural background, religion, gender and sexual identities.  

As a volunteer with Psychology for a Safe Climate, Nick has also assisted activists to manage intense emotions related to grief and burnout. He has strong interests in assisting individuals who have struggles with (complex) trauma, loss and uncertain futures.

In addition, Nick’s particular areas of interests include:

  • survivors of domestic and family violence;

  • people exploring gender and/or sexuality;

  • children and young people;

  • people with alcohol and other drug dependency, and;

  • people living with severe and chronic mental disorders

Nick’s counselling practice focuses on supporting individuals to integrate thoughts, feelings, relationships and behaviours.

His work recognises the impact of systemic issues on the individual and values actions to address systems of injustice. His work is informed by the Power, Threat, Meaning Framework.

Therapeutic Approaches

Qualifications

  • EMDR Level 1 and 2 training with Dr Jenny Dwyer

  • Psychotherapy and Buddhism Professional Training Course, Australian Association of Buddhist Counsellors and Psychotherapists, NSW

  • Graduate Diploma of Psychology, Macquarie University, NSW

  • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Macquarie University, NSW

Professional Memberships

Nick is an AHPRA Registered Psychologist and Associate Member of Australian Psychological Society and engages in regular supervision. He is a Member of Psychology for a Safe Climate and a Member of Australian Association of Buddhist Counsellors and Psychotherapists.

Nick is a lover of the performing arts, especially music.