About InnerEdge Academy

Established in Perth in 2018, we train the next generation of psychologically informed practitioners through rigorous, grounded education.

Our Mission

To provide accessible, high-quality psychology training that equips students with the practical skills and ethical grounding needed to make a meaningful difference in their communities. We believe that strong practitioners are built through structured learning, supervised practice and ongoing professional reflection.

Our Vision

To become Australia's most trusted provider of continuing psychology education, known for the depth of our curriculum, the calibre of our instructors and the real-world readiness of our graduates. We envision a future where quality mental health support is strengthened by well-trained, ethically grounded professionals.

Our Values

Rigour

Our curriculum is grounded in peer-reviewed research and current clinical practice. We do not take shortcuts with educational quality.

Integrity

We hold ourselves and our students to high ethical standards, mirroring the professional conduct expected in clinical and organisational settings.

Connection

Learning is relational. We foster small, supportive cohorts where students build lasting professional networks alongside their skills.

Meet Our Team

Experienced practitioners and educators committed to your professional growth.

Dr Helen Langford

Dr Helen Langford

Founder & Academic Director

Registered psychologist with 18 years of clinical and academic experience. Helen founded InnerEdge Academy to bridge the gap between university theory and professional practice.

Tom Nguyen

Tom Nguyen

Head of Curriculum

Former lecturer in clinical psychology at UWA with expertise in psychodynamic approaches and curriculum development for adult learners.

Dr Rachel Stern

Dr Rachel Stern

Senior Instructor

Clinical psychologist specialising in addiction and substance use disorders. Rachel brings 12 years of practice experience to her teaching.

Kate Parsons

Kate Parsons

Student Experience Manager

Coordinates enrolments, cohort scheduling and student support services. Kate ensures every learner has a smooth, well-supported experience from day one.

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Ben Mitchell

Workplace Psychology Instructor

Organisational psychologist with over a decade of consulting experience across Australian corporate and government sectors.

Our Journey

2018

Founded in Perth

Dr Helen Langford established InnerEdge Academy with two initial courses, operating from a shared office in West Perth.

2019

Expanded Curriculum

Added four new courses including Addiction Psychology and Relationship Psychology. Student enrolments grew to over 200.

2020

Moved Fully Online

Transitioned all courses to online delivery, expanding our reach to students across Australia and maintaining cohort-based learning.

2022

New Perth Office

Relocated to Unit 7, 45 St Georges Terrace in Perth CBD, establishing a permanent training and administration hub.

2024

1,000+ Graduates

Reached a milestone of over 1,000 students trained, with graduates working across clinical, educational and organisational settings throughout Australia.

Join Our Learning Community

Whether you are starting your psychology career or deepening your existing expertise, we have a course designed for your stage of development.