The Quiet Archive Psychotherapy
A quiet space to explore your mind’s archive.
A psychotherapy practice dedicated to creating an environment that enables clarity and depth.
Our Philosophy
Each life is a living archive of every experience we have had and every environment we have survived. We don’t look to erase history. Instead, we provide a safe, quiet space to gently open the pages of your inner world—learning from its wisdom and making room for your true story.
A bit about me
Chi Bùi
Psychotherapist · MS
Hi there, I am so glad you have found your way here.
I am Chi Bùi, a US-trained therapist with over six years of clinical experience practicing across two countries and both languages. Informed by my experiences, my work rests on the understanding that the human interior is shaped by many geographies. My approach is inherently attuned to the diverse cultural threads that weave through your unique story.
Through years of clinical practice, I learned to listen closely to the intricate ways people think, adapt, and forgive. I do not arrive at our sessions to fix what is broken or to treat your life as a problem to be solved. I am interested in what your symptoms know and why they have worked so well for you.
Together, we will explore your inner experience entirely at your own pace. Through keen, collaborative listening, we create a space where the unspoken can finally be heard, helping you uncover the internal resources you need to live a fuller, freer life.
I am currently holding sessions both in-person in Hanoi and online wherever you are.
Areas we can navigate together
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Anxiety & Chronic Worry
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Depression & Low Moods
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Trauma & Early Experiences
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Grief & Loss
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Relationship Difficulties
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Life Transitions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Grounded in a humanistic philosophy and honed over more than seven years of clinical practice, my framework honors the depth of the human experience without sacrificing scientific rigor. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the University of Pittsburgh, a CACREP accredited program .
My clinical training includes:
Mindfulness Applications in Psychotherapy, University of Pittsburgh.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) training, EMDR Asia.
Therapeutic Play for the Differently Abled, National Association for Play Therapy India.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a focus on Depression, University of Pittsburgh.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), University of Pittsburgh.
Psychotherapy & Trauma and Abuse Recovery Support, trained by the Clinical Research Institute for Society, Psychology & Education - CRISPE.
Screening and Short-term Intervention for subjects suspected of having Substance Use Disorders, University of Pittsburgh.
Affirmative therapy for LGBTQIA+ clients, by trainer Mia Nguyen.
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I work with teens, young adults, and adults, tailoring my approach to meet you exactly where you are in your life's journey.
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A first session with me begins with a genuine curiosity about what brings you here. We might start with what feels most pressing, what has been hurting for a long time, or simply where things feel difficult. There is no need to have a neat or coherent narrative. Our purpose is to find a rhythm where you can ease into your own telling, building a container where trust can take root and paving the way for future work to unfold. I will be right there with you, helping to create a space where you can arrive slowly.
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Yes, fully and unquestionably. To me, providing affirming care means creating a space where you never have to leave any part of your identity at the door. Whether you are actively exploring your gender or sexuality, navigating a transition, or seeking support for reasons completely unrelated to your identity, your whole self is welcomed, protected, and celebrated here.
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At The Quiet Archive, I believe that financial constraints shouldn't stand in the way of mental health care. For this reason, I offer a limited number of financial assistance slots for clients who genuinely need them.
Please note that these slots are available on a limited basis. If the sliding scale list is currently full, I may not be able to accommodate financial assistance requests at this time.
A quiet alley, two lakes away from the noise
The practice sits down a small alley off Đội Cấn / Ngọc Hà intersection. Past a corner café, a row of old gates, and the kind of quiet that's hard to find in the city. Easiest reached on foot or by bike; car parking is available nearby.
22B, 158 Alley, Ngọc Hà Street, Ba Đình, Hà Nội
Let’s Talk!
If you are curious about therapy and don't yet know where to begin, drop me a message and I’ll be in touch very soon.
