Meet the Team

At Self Growth Institute (SGI Psychology), our multidisciplinary team of registered psychologists, counsellors, and mental health professionals provides compassionate, evidence-based care to clients across Preston, Melbourne, and Australia. Each team member brings unique expertise in supporting mental health, wellbeing, and personal growth.

Together, we’re dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and communities build wellbeing, resilience, and positive growth.

  • Hugo Alarcon, senior psychologist in Melbourne integrating positive psychology and evidence-based therapy to promote wellbeing and resilience.

    Hugo Alarcon

    Senior Psychologist and Masters in Psychology and Applied Positive Psychology

  • John Alder, counselling, developmental, and organisational psychologist in Melbourne supporting adults, teams, and workplaces.

    John Alder

    Counselling, Developmental and Organisational Psychologist

  • Dr Phil Greenway, clinical psychologist in Melbourne specialising in psychotherapy, trauma recovery, and mood disorders.

    Phil Greenway

    Clinical Psychologist, Post-Doctoral Researcher and Monash University Senior Lecturer

  • Marta Musis, Registered Psychologist in Melbourne specialising in trauma, anxiety, and neuroaffirming therapy for children, adolescents, and adults.

    Marta Musis

    Registered Psychologist and Masters of Psychology

  • Michel Gomberg, counsellor in Melbourne specialising in positive psychology, stress management, and workplace wellbeing.

    Michel Gomberg

    Counsellor, Masters of Applied Positive Psychology and Emotional Intelligence Trainer

  • Lidia Tanski, registered psychologist in Melbourne specialising in family therapy, trauma counselling, and child and adolescent mental health.

    Lidia Tanski

    Provisional Psychologist and PhD Candidate at Melbourne University

  • Manar Eltarifi, provisional psychologist in Melbourne offering trauma-informed therapy for children, adolescents, and adults in English and Arabic.

    Manar Eltarifi

    Provisional Psychologist and Masters of Psychology Candidate

  • Nicholas Cooper

    Provisional Psychologist and Masters of Psychology Candidate

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