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Michelle Chen

Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2

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Available both in-person and online
830 Whitehorse Road Service Road Box Hill, VIC 3128
My ideal clients are individuals and couples who feel emotionally disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in repeating patterns. They may be healing from trauma, navigating cross-cultural relationships, or struggling with anxiety, burnout, or low self-worth. Many long for deeper connection, calm, and authenticity. They want to understand themselves, rebuild trust, and find balance in mind, body, and spirit through a holistic approach that integrates emotional awareness, mindfulness, and practical tools for lasting change.
I offer trauma-informed, holistic counselling that integrates mindfulness, somatic awareness, and evidence-based therapies. My expertise includes relationship and couple work, emotional regulation, and mind-body integration through nutrition and lifestyle guidance. I help clients heal, grow, and reconnect with their authentic selves.
You don’t have to walk this path alone. Healing begins the moment you feel truly seen — when your story is met with understanding instead of judgment. Together, we’ll slow down, breathe, and make sense of the pieces that feel tangled or lost. I’ll walk beside you as you rediscover your strength, your tenderness, and your capacity to love and be loved.
Call or Michelle Chen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 7500 5455

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mindmetta Boxhill

830 Whitehorse Road Service Road

Box Hill, VIC 3128 map

(03) 7500 5455

Integrative Psychology

East Melbourne, VIC 3002

Website
In-person in Melbourne & online Australia-wide. 60-min sessions by appointment. Holistic, evidence-based, compassionate therapy.
$190 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Culturally sensitive, bilingual support for emotions, relationships & life transitions
Michelle Chen
Let's Connect (03) 7500 5455
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mindmetta Boxhill

830 Whitehorse Road Service Road

Box Hill, VIC 3128 map

(03) 7500 5455

Integrative Psychology

East Melbourne, VIC 3002

Website
In-person in Melbourne & online Australia-wide. 60-min sessions by appointment. Holistic, evidence-based, compassionate therapy.
$190 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Culturally sensitive, bilingual support for emotions, relationships & life transitions
Michelle Chen

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $190
  • Couple Sessions $220
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer

Insurance

  • Bupa
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I offer transparent fees and flexible payment options to make therapy accessible. Concession rates are available for students or those in need. Receipts can be provided for clients wishing to claim private health rebates. I'm happy to discuss options that suit your situation.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5455
"
I offer transparent fees and flexible payment options to make therapy accessible. Concession rates are available for students or those in need. Receipts can be provided for clients wishing to claim private health rebates. I'm happy to discuss options that suit your situation.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5455

Qualifications

    Counsellor: Li Michelle Chen

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Li Michelle Chen
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Harvard Medical School Nutrition and Wellness Coaching / 2025
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I hold two Master's degrees and have completed advanced training through Relationships Australia Victoria in integrative relationship therapy. I also have training in nutrition and lifestyle coaching through Harvard Medical, and long-term study and practice within Buddhist contemplative community.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5455
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I hold two Master's degrees and have completed advanced training through Relationships Australia Victoria in integrative relationship therapy. I also have training in nutrition and lifestyle coaching through Harvard Medical, and long-term study and practice within Buddhist contemplative community.
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Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5455

Expertise and Interests

Practice Areas

  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Cancer
  • Career Guidance
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with relationship and relational issues, trauma and emotional regulation, cross-cultural and international couples, LGBTQ concerns, life transitions, identity exploration, stress, anxiety, and intimacy or communication difficulties.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5455
"
I work with relationship and relational issues, trauma and emotional regulation, cross-cultural and international couples, LGBTQ concerns, life transitions, identity exploration, stress, anxiety, and intimacy or communication difficulties.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5455

3 Endorsements

Becky Yi Bian
Becky Yi Bian
MA
Michelle is a psychotherapist who supports individuals and couples through her holistic approach. She keeps the wisdom of the mean and compassion to support each participant in exploring their own journey. It is beautiful. "
Emma Gordon Williams Counselling & Psychotherapy
Emma Gordon Williams Counselling & Psychotherapy
CounsellorMAACA-L2
I had the pleasure of both studying and working with Li Michelle. She is deeply empathic, non-judgemental, and employs a wide range of effective therapeutic approaches to meet the individual needs of her clients.
Annie Poloni
Annie Poloni
CounsellorMAACA-L2
Li Michelle brings a calm, non-judgemental and thoughtful approach to everyone she interacts with. I had the pleasure of studying and working with her and instantly gravitated to her care and strong desire to help. You are in safe hands with Li Michelle.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Mandarin

Religion

Buddhist

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Mandarin

Religion

Buddhist

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
  • Person-Centred
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I use evidence-based and integrative approaches, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Somatic Awareness, and Systemic Family Therapy. Sessions are collaborative, reflective, and compassionate—helping you feel seen, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life and relationships.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5455
"
I use evidence-based and integrative approaches, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Somatic Awareness, and Systemic Family Therapy. Sessions are collaborative, reflective, and compassionate—helping you feel seen, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life and relationships.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5455

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Mindmetta Boxhill

830 Whitehorse Road Service Road

Box Hill, VIC 3128

(03) 7500 5455

Additional Location

Integrative Psychology

East Melbourne, VIC 3002

(03) 7500 5455
"
In-person in Melbourne & online Australia-wide. 60-min sessions by appointment. Holistic, evidence-based, compassionate therapy.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 7500 5455
"
In-person in Melbourne & online Australia-wide. 60-min sessions by appointment. Holistic, evidence-based, compassionate therapy.
Photo of Li Michelle Chen - Michelle Chen, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 7500 5455