For researchers and partners
Refine research ideas, structure literature reviews, improve manuscripts, and plan publication or evidence-informed projects.
Based in Melbourne, Australia · Online sessions available
Research counselling, mindfulness, and IELTS learning support with Dr. Cong Ngo.
Book a personalised online session for research counselling and academic writing consultation, mindfulness-based reflective practice, or IELTS learning support. Sessions are practical, ethical, and designed to help you think more clearly, write more purposefully, communicate more confidently, and work more mindfully.
Research counselling · AUD 100 / 45 mins
Mindfulness · AUD 60 / 30 mins
IELTS learning · AUD 80 / 45 mins
PhDEducation, Monash University
25+Q1 journal publications
2Guest-edited international journal issues
13 yearsMindfulness practice
Who I help
Whether you are a researcher, educator, professional partner, mindfulness learner, or IELTS learner, the aim is the same: to help you gain clarity, develop confidence, and take the next step with integrity and purpose.
For mindful learners
Develop calm, attention, emotional awareness, reflective practice, and more sustainable study or work routines.
For IELTS learners
Prepare for IELTS with personalised support in speaking, writing, vocabulary, task strategy, feedback, and confidence building.
Services
Choose from three focused service pathways. Each session is designed to be practical, supportive, and grounded in research-informed professional judgement.
Research Counselling & Academic Writing Consultation
Support for postgraduate students, early-career researchers, academics, and organisations developing research projects, literature reviews, manuscripts, evidence synthesis, or publication strategies.
- Research topic and question refinement
- Literature review structure and synthesis
- Manuscript logic, contribution, and journal readiness
- Evidence review and AI-enhanced research workflows
Mindfulness & Reflective Wellbeing Sessions
Mindfulness education and guided meditation sessions for students, researchers, educators, and professionals seeking greater focus, emotional balance, self-awareness, and sustainable working habits.
- Introductory meditation and breath awareness
- Mindful study and mindful research routines
- Stress regulation and reflective practice
- Small-group weekend mindfulness circles
IELTS Learning Session
Personalised IELTS support for learners who want to improve speaking, writing, vocabulary, task response, fluency, coherence, and test confidence.
- IELTS speaking and writing practice
- Task strategy, vocabulary, fluency, and coherence development
- Personalised feedback on performance and improvement priorities
- Confidence-building and sustainable self-study strategies
Why this approach?
Many people do not simply need more information. They need clearer thinking, a more structured process, and a supportive space to make sense of their goals, challenges, and next steps.
My work brings together education research, academic writing expertise, psychological theories of learning and change, responsible AI use, and long-term mindfulness practice.
I hold a PhD in Education from Monash University and have published extensively in high-impact international journals, including 25+ Q1 publications. I have also served as guest editor for two international journal issues and contributed to research evidence curation projects for government and policy-facing audiences. As a registered meditation teacher in Australia, I support clients in developing reflective, sustainable, and mindful approaches to study, research, and professional life.
Research-informed but practical
Sessions translate academic and psychological insights into usable strategies for learning, writing, research, and work.
Ethical and developmental
The focus is on strengthening your own thinking, writing, confidence, and self-regulation rather than doing the work for you.
Human-centred AI guidance
AI tools can support learning and research, but they need to be used critically, transparently, and responsibly.
Mindfulness for sustainable growth
Mindfulness practices are used to support attention, emotional awareness, balance, and reflective action.
Book a session
Select the session that best matches your current need. All services are delivered online from Melbourne, with after-work and selected weekend availability.
For researchers and partners
Research Counselling & Writing Consultation
45 minutes · AUD 100
For postgraduate students, academics, and research teams seeking guidance on research design, literature review, manuscript development, evidence synthesis, or publication strategy.
- Research topic and question development
- Literature review and synthesis guidance
- Manuscript structure and contribution refinement
For wellbeing
Mindfulness Session
30 minutes · AUD 60
For individuals or small groups seeking guided meditation, mindful reflection, attention training, and practical strategies for more balanced living and working.
- Guided mindfulness meditation
- Breath awareness and grounding
- Reflective practice for study, work, and life
For IELTS learners
IELTS Learning Session
45 minutes · AUD 80
For IELTS learners who want personalised support with speaking, writing, vocabulary, test strategy, feedback, and study planning.
- IELTS Speaking and Writing support
- Task strategy and performance feedback
- Vocabulary, fluency, coherence, and confidence building
Booking policy: Sessions may be rescheduled once with reasonable notice. Payments are non-refundable. Research counselling, mindfulness, and IELTS learning sessions are offered online after work on selected weekdays and during limited weekend times.
Not sure which session to choose?
Use the guide below to select the most suitable session. You can also book a research counselling session if your needs sit across more than one area.
Choose Research Counselling if...
You need help with a research idea, proposal, literature review, manuscript, publication plan, evidence synthesis workflow, or research collaboration discussion.
Choose Mindfulness Session if...
You want guided meditation, stress regulation, reflective practice, emotional balance, or support for building a calmer and more sustainable routine.
Choose IELTS Learning Session if...
You want personalised support with IELTS Speaking, Writing, vocabulary, task strategy, feedback, fluency, coherence, confidence, or self-study planning.
For research and industry partners
I also support education providers, research teams, NGOs, and professional organisations seeking research-informed advice, evidence synthesis support, AI literacy training, or mindfulness-informed professional development.
Possible formats include one-off consultations, short workshops, evidence review support, research design advice, or tailored training sessions.
Discuss research or industry partnershipEvidence synthesis and research curation
Support with scoping reviews, rapid reviews, evidence mapping, literature synthesis, and research translation.
AI literacy and responsible use
Training and consultation on ethical, transparent, and effective use of generative AI in education and research contexts.
Mindfulness-informed professional learning
Workshops focused on attention, reflection, resilience, and sustainable work practices.
Ethical boundaries
The purpose of these services is to support research development, writing confidence, mindful awareness, IELTS learning, and professional growth.
Academic integrity
I do not write assignments, theses, or manuscripts on behalf of clients. My role is to help clients clarify ideas, improve their own thinking and writing, and use academic and AI tools responsibly.
No guaranteed outcomes
I do not guarantee IELTS scores, publication acceptance, scholarships, employment, or research funding outcomes. Sessions provide professional guidance, feedback, and developmental support.
Mindfulness scope
Mindfulness sessions are educational and wellbeing-oriented. They are not a substitute for psychological therapy, medical care, or crisis support.
Ready to book a session?
Choose research counselling, mindfulness, or IELTS learning support depending on your current goal.
Contact
For general enquiries, collaboration discussions, or questions about the most suitable session, please contact me by email or book directly through the links below. I am based in Melbourne, Australia, and offer online sessions to clients in Australia and internationally.