Veterans Psychology

15/07/2025

Are you a health professional looking for a dependable referral pathway for veterans? Or a veteran ready to take charge of your mental health?

At Veterans Psychology, we understand military life as many of our psychologists have served themselves. Our veteran-informed approach ensures you get the support you deserve.

Veterans: Refer yourself here → https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/request-an-appointment

Health professionals: Refer a client or patient here → https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/third-party-appointment-request

17/06/2025

Feeling a bit low? You are not alone. Many of our clients report feeling more down and depressed in winter, for lots of different reasons.

If you’d like to talk to someone about how you’re feeling right now, our veteran-focused psychologists are now taking new referrals. Take action on improving your mental health today.

Veterans: Refer yourself here → https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/request-an-appointment

Health professionals: Refer a client or patient here → https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/third-party-appointment-request

13/05/2025

Looking for a trusted mental health referral pathway for your veteran clients? Or are you a veteran ready to put your well-being first?

At Veterans Psychology, we know the unique demands of service life, with many of our psychologists having served themselves.

Referrals are now open, so reach out today and put your well-being at the top of your priority list.

Veterans: Refer yourself here → https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/request-an-appointment

Health professionals: Refer a client or patient here → https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/third-party-appointment-request

23/04/2025

Veterans Psychology is passionate about providing veterans the very best in mental health support, and now we want to share our passion and insight with fellow psychologists who might also want to work with this fantastic client group.

Our founder Nadia Teong alongside Veterans Psychology’s Michelle McInnes and colleague Kristi Claymore, who collectively have over 80 years of service in the Australian Army, will be presenting at the 2025 Festival of Psychology.

Happening on the Gold Coast 16-18 May “Veterans Psychology - understanding and working with veteran populations in private practice” will discuss the rewards and challenges of working with veterans in private practice. The session will offer practical strategies, insights into military culture and its impact on mental health and highlight key resources to help clinicians better support veteran clients.

Learn more about the Veterans Psychology session and register via the Psychology Events website.

https://psychologyevents.org.au/2025-aps-festival-of-psychology

15/04/2025

April is an important time of year for the Australian Defence community with ANZAC Day - but mental health challenges continue all year round.

Veterans Psychology is here to help, and now accepting new referrals. Our team includes veteran-focused psychologists, many of whom have served in the military or police forces themselves.

Take the first step forward towards better mental health.

Veterans: Refer yourself here → https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/request-an-appointment

Health professionals: Refer a client or patient here → https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/third-party-appointment-request

10/03/2025

Workplace wellness is often a buzz word among offices but for good reason. A recent report found that two in three employees have felt burnt out due to work.

Nadia was on a mission to change this when she recently gave a presentation at The King's Trust Australia Enterprise Accelerator.

Having seen firsthand the challenges of maintaining mental health and resilience especially in the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, Nadia shared practical strategies to foster mental well-being, build sustainable resilience, and create a healthier, more supportive work environment.

The session was a success with these just some of the kind words that participants said:
- Thank you Nadia - this has been great and so practical with what we can do to self-care.
- Thank you so much Nadia! So helpful and a great reminder of the grounding techniques.

If you are a veteran who is looking to prioritise your wellness and mental health, whether it be in the workplace or in life, visit our website for more information. https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/

05/03/2025

"Out of the finalists my business was certainly the smallest but I don't think that our impact is small in any way."

This sentence spoken by Nadia when accepting the Veteran Entrepreneur of the Year award encompasses the philosophy behind Veterans Psychology.

Veterans Psychology is more than just a business. It's a space that connects veterans and military families with experienced military psychologists to improve not only veterans' mental health, but also providing opportunities for psychologists who are veterans or veteran family members to find a community of practice.

Nadia is a trailblazer and well deserving of this award. Congratulations again!

15/12/2024

https://kuringgailiving.com.au/nadia-teong-veterans-psychology/

Nadia Teong knows the journey from military to 'civilian' life isn't always a straight one -it's why she's dedicated her second career to it.

27/11/2024

Veterans Psychology’s founder, Nadia Teong, has achieved a great deal in 2024, and she ended the year on a high last night when she was awarded the Prime Minister’s National Veteran Employment Award —Veteran Entrepreneur of the Year.

The awards recognise the contributions veterans make to businesses and organisations, while the Entrepreneur of the Year award commends individual entrepreneurs who are using their ADF-related experience to succeed within the civilian workforce.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese echoed the awards' importance, saying "These Awards serve as a powerful reminder of the remarkable contributions veterans make to the community each and every day. Congratulations to all the winners."

Once again, congratulations to Nadia, as well as her co-finalists Ryan Carmichael and Allan Dundas, and to all the other category winners. The veteran community looks to be in capable hands heading into 2025!

https://www.veteransemployment.gov.au/awards/awards-2024-finalists/veteran-entrepreneur-year

30/09/2024

Welcome to Veterans Psychology Kevin Vowles!

Kevin is a warm and empathetic Clinical Psychologist and AHPRA-endorsed Supervisor with 20 years’ experience in healthcare. He started his career in the Australian Defence Force, completing eight deployments and gaining experience in clinical practice, leadership, special operations command, crisis management, and training. He has immediate availability for new clients via Telehealth.

To request an appointment with Kevin, head to our website.

https://www.veteranspsychology.com.au/request-an-appointment

30/07/2024

Veterans Psychology is delighted to announce that our founder Nadia Teong has been recognised for her work in building Veterans Psychology once again.

A finalist in the 2024 Charles Sturt Alumni of the Year for Social Impact Award, this award acknowledges leaders/individuals who have created lasting impact and benefits for society.

Nadia graduated from Charles Sturt in 2018 and to be recognised for her work that demonstrates the University’s values of insightful, inclusive, impactful, and inspiring is an honour.

You can read more about the past winners and award criteria here: https://alumni.csu.edu.au/current-alumni/alumni-awards

Winners will be announced on Wednesday 23rd October. We wish Nadia the best of luck!

11/06/2024

Are you a veteran, interested in MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for PTSD?

Check this out from Monash Uni - "We are currently undertaking a clinical trial for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for the treatment of PTSD in first responders and veterans specifically. This is a great opportunity for people from these priority populations to get free access to this treatment, delivered by the most experienced psychedelic clinical team in Australia (the typical cost of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD within the new Authorised Prescriber clinics is ~$25,000)."

"Veterans and first responders with PTSD wanting to participate need only write to mdma@monash.edu, and further info and next steps will be sent to them."