API Care and Counselling, the community outreach arm of the Asian Pastoral Institute (API), is happy to organise this workshop on developing tools and strategies to support someone with sleep issues and to get a good night’s sleep.
According to a mental health study conducted by IMH in 2021, 7.6% of over 1000 participants reported symptoms of insomnia amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Insomnia is a common sleep disorder in Singapore. Sleep plays an important part in a person’s sense of wellbeing. Having poor quality sleep or insufficient sleep can lead to increased risk of developing physical health conditions such as high blood pressure and heart disease, as well as mental health issues like depression and anxiety. When sleep issues persist, they can cause significant distress and disruption to a person’s life. Conversely, good quality sleep is essential to allow our body and mind to rest and recharge, so that we can be alert and function well in the day. A good night’s sleep helps to energise us and lift our mood. In this workshop, we can learn to develop tools and strategies to support someone with sleep issues and to get a good night’s sleep.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS SHOULD EXPECT TO LEARN
- Appreciate the importance of good quality sleep
- Understand the causes and consequences of sleep problems
- Apply cognitive and behavioural strategies to support those with sleep problems
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Anyone who is interested to learn about various sleep issues and have good quality sleep
- Anyone with family and friends who are struggling with sleep problems
- Anyone keen to help others get good quality sleep
- Peer supporters and volunteers in the health and social sectors
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dr Loke Keng Choong, PhD (Applied Psychology), MA (Applied Psychology), MDiv, MA (Biblical Studies), BA
Keng Choong works as a psychologist in a government organisation, having nearly 30 years of counselling experience in various settings, including social service and healthcare sectors. As a psychologist, he is passionate about helping people to manage their emotional issues and enhance their psychological well-being. He works collaboratively with clients using a wide repertoire of evidence-based therapy skills and techniques, such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Reality Therapy, Motivational Interviewing as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Keng Choong is a registered clinical supervisor with both Singapore Association of Counselling and Singapore Psychological Society.
REGISTRATION
CLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 16 Nov 2022
NOTE:
- Your place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.
- Payment of $30 per person can be made through PayNow with the following details:
- UEN: 201512004RACC (API Care & Counselling)
- Reference Code: <Payer’s Name> GNS
- Send the screenshot of successful payment to care_counselling@api.edu.sg
- Payment needs to be received at least 7 working days before the workshop.
- Please note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.
- Please contact the organiser for more enquiries.