API Care and Counselling, the community outreach arm of the Asian Pastoral Institute (API), is proud to organise this workshop on applying mental health first aid and helping others in crisis.
BACKGROUND
Mental health problems can affect anyone in their lifetime. Equipping yourself with mental health first aid enables you to provide help to someone who may be developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. Your help can make a difference in someone’s life.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT TO LEARN?
- Signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults, e.g. depression & anxiety
- Ways to provide initial help before professional help is available
- Information on various professional help for the person in need
WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?
- Volunteers and peer supporters
- Parents, relatives and friends concerned for people they know
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
DR EILEEN CHUA, PH.D, MA (APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY), MA (PASTORAL STUDIES)
Dr Eileen Chua holds a PhD, MA (Applied Psychology) and MA (Pastoral Studies) and has over 15 years of counselling and social work experience working with individuals and families in the community, school and hospital setting. She is a Registered Social Worker with the Singapore Association of Social Workers and a member of the Singapore Association for Counselling and Singapore Psychological Society.
PARTICIPANTS’ FEEDBACK
“Trainer is well versed and very experienced. Her personal sharing makes it relatable and easy for one to draw parallel to own experience and assess how one can act correctly. Framework provided is easily applicable!”
“Dr Eileen was able to engage with the audience & shared many practical examples which greatly helped me to have a better understanding of the notes. She was also patient in answering questions from the audience & there was not a single dull moment. Greatly enjoyed myself!”