“Art therapy helps me express what words cannot.”

Art therapy is for everyone who needs professional psychological support and does not require any previous experience, skills or talents.

All ages are welcome.

Meet The Art Therapist

Hi! It’s Linh Nguyen here. I am an art therapist, a trauma therapist and a mindfulness practitioner with 6 years of experience in helping individuals heal from trauma and build emotional resilience through creativity and mindfulness practices. I’ve worked with children, adolescents, marginalized communities, survivors of abuse/violence, and those impacted by human trafficking.

I received the prestigious Fulbright scholarship in 2017 and completed the Master’s program in Art Therapy at School of Visual Arts (New York, USA) with a specialization in trauma. I have completed Level 1 training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) with the IFS Institute and Intermediate Level in Somatic Experiencing (SE). Besides, I’ve been trained in Dynamic Attachment Repatterning experience (DARe), Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Addiction-Informed Therapy and Affirmative Counseling for LGBTQ+ clients. These powerful modalities have allowed me to witness profound transformations in my clients and within myself. They help me customize my approach to suit each client’s unique needs, ensuring that our work together honors your personal journey, pace, and goals.

In addition to my clinical work, I am also a children’s book author, where I aim to introduce themes of emotional well-being and resilience to young readers. I look forward to working with you.

Maitri is one of the four virtues of Buddhism, collectively known as Brahmaviharas or ‘the immeasurables’. The term maitri can be translated from Sanskrit as "loving-kindness,” “benevolence,” or “friendliness”. The concept is central to the Buddhist practice of loving-kindness.

About

Maitri Vietnam

Maitri VN, /mai-tree vn/, is an independent mental health collective dedicated to promoting emotional well-being and mental health awareness via creativity and trauma-informed approach in Vietnam.

Services include individual and group therapy, psycho-educational programs, and wellness retreats. In addition to therapeutic support, Maitri VN focuses on advocacy work through raising public awareness, reducing stigma, and supporting initiatives that foster mental wellness across Vietnamese communities. The aim is to create a compassionate, supportive and accessible space for healing, growth, and transformation.

Inclusivity and cultural sensitivity lie at the heart of Maitri VN’s values. As a trained therapist, I provide affirmative therapy for LGBTIQA+ clients, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for clients to explore and express their identities. My practice is also informed by an ongoing commitment to decolonizing Western psychology, integrating culturally sensitive approaches that honor diverse experiences and perspectives.

My Philosophy

I do not view psychological symptoms as “impairments” or “flaws” but as invitations for individuals to reconnect with their true, authentic Self and live in greater alignment with their values and vocations. I believe in the innate capacity for growth and healing within every client who comes to me.

To support this journey, I integrate three core modalities—Art Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Experiencing (SE)—to create a holistic, trauma-informed space for self-knowledge inquiry and personal transformation. While Art Therapy offers a creative and non-verbal way to access emotions and experiences that words alone may not fully capture, IFS helps building a nurturing relationship with inner parts. SE focuses on the body’s wisdom, releasing stored trauma and while restoring a sense of safety and well-being.

After 6 years of practice, I have learned that techniques are only secondary. At the heart of this process is our therapeutic relationship—a space of trust, empathy, and mutual respect. Together, we will create a supportive environment so you can come home to yourself.

Get the Support You Need in 3 Steps:

Sign Up for an Intake Session

I want to know more about you and assist you in deciding whether I am right for you and your therapeutic needs.

The intake session will last 75 minutes and take place on-line via Zoom.

Talk to Art Therapist Linh Nguyen

During the intake session, I will ask you a few questions to better understand you, your context as well as what brings you to therapy. This is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions or seek clarification about the therapeutic process.

Some basic art making might be involved.

Start the Treatment

There is no need to rush in therapy.

I encourage you to take your time to speak with different therapists and find the best fit. If you want to work with me, we will begin with weekly sessions.

After 6-8 sessions, we will review the progress and discuss your experience.

My Services

Clinical Art Therapy for Individuals, Couples and Family

Online and Offline

Community Events, Workshops & Retreats

Online and Offline

Online Yearly Mental Health Summit

Online

Areas of Specialization

Trauma and Recovery

Inner Child Work/Parts Work

Emotional Regulation, Grief & Loss

Identity, Relationships, and Life Transitions

Exchange Fee: 2.000.000VNĐ
per session

Duration: 60 minutes

This fee applies to both online and in-person sessions.
If this fee is a barrier for you, please consider my sliding scale pricing starting from 1.300.000VND. You can choose the fee that best suits your financial ability.

“Art making like gardening or being in nature provides sensory stimulation and kinesthetic pleasure, which activates memories and connects feelings to sensations in the body, thus providing an opportunity for integration between the psyche and the soma, not only for maintenance and restoration but also for re-creation and making the garden in a new way."

- Monica Carpendale

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I know whether Art therapy is a good fit for me?

Art therapy may be a good fit if you:

Are open to using art materials or exploring images and metaphors (No need to feel confident or skilled at it)
Believe that art-making can help you explore different aspects of yourself, alongside verbal expression
Trust that everyone, including you, has the potential and resources for creativity.

2. Do I have to be good at art?

Art therapy does NOT require:

Any artistic skills or craftsmanship
Any previous experience with art making
Any art-based knowledge.

3. In case I don’t want to make art, can you offer talk therapy?

Yes. While I am not traditionally trained as a talk therapist or counselor, I have completed training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing (SE) and a few others. This allows me to offer talk therapy based on these widely recognized and evidence-based modalities. However, I do encourage all clients to engage in art-making because of its unique access to unconscious materials that verbal language cannot have.

4. Can I process trauma without talking about the event or reliving the experience?

Absolutely. In the approaches I’ve been trained in, especially Somatic Experiencing (SE), discussing the traumatic event or reliving the experience is not necessary for processing trauma.

5. How do you work with children or adolescents?

With 7 years of practice (five as a clinical practitioner and two as an art therapy intern), I am experienced in treating children (ages 6+) and adolescents. My expertise covers a range of needs, including emotional (dys)regulation, mood disorders, gender identity and transition, body image issues, grief/loss, and trauma. I am skilled at building strong rapport with young clients and am committed to the compulsory requirement of engaging their families in the therapeutic process.

CONTACT

Linh Nguyen
maitrivietnam@gmail.com
Zalo/Whatssap: +84 904 948040 (Texts only).