Workshops: Soul Care—Self-Care for Resilience in An Increasingly Uncertain and Complex World (Workshop1))

API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this 2-part series (workshop1) to help participants learn about soul/self care in a post-COVID world 

In today’s world, building resilience is essential for navigating times of adversity. In this 2-part workshop, you will learn powerful techniques to develop your mental strength and improve your overall well-being. In the first session, you will explore different types of basic emotions and discover experiential exercises such as breathing and relaxation techniques to regulate them. In the second session, you will learn to recognize common thinking biases and negative beliefs and gain practical tools to overcome them. The workshop will equip you with the skills and knowledge to build resilience and thrive in the face of challenges. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to face life’s challenges with confidence!

Session 1: Learning to Regulate Your Emotions to Improve Psychological Resilience

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Discovering the different types of basic emotions and their unique functions
• Regulating emotions with experiential exercises (e.g., activity scheduling, paced breathing,
  progressive muscle relaxation, imagery, and body scans)

Date: Sat, 29 April 2023, 1-4pm

Who Should Attend

• Those seeking effective stress management techniques to overcome adversity
• People wanting to better understand and regulate their emotions
• Those looking for a hands-on workshop that focuses on practical relaxation techniques
• Anyone looking to build greater self-awareness and resilience to face life’s challenges

About the Speakers

Dr. Steven Tham Chee Kin
PhD (Psychology), MSocSc (Counselling), MDiv, MA (Biblical Studies), BEng

Steven’s 20 years of counselling experience covers a variety of issues such as marital and family conflicts, sexuality issues, work stress, anxiety, depression, and grief. He has worked at the Singapore Anti-Narcotics Association, focusing on youths and adults struggling with drug addiction and drug-related issues. He provides clinical supervision to lead counsellors and senior counsellors. He is a registered counsellor and clinical supervisor with the Singapore Association for Counselling.

Ms. Alice Tan Guong Khim
MA (Counselling and Community Work), MBA, MA (Pastoral Studies), FCCA, ISCA

Alice is currently counselling at Care Corner Singapore and have previously completed counselling placements at the Farrer Park and Simei Care and Counselling Center. She was also involved in rehabilitation programmes at the Hiding Place and Tamar Village Mercy Center as part of her community work practicum. To equip herself in pastoral care and counselling in her volunteering, she trained with API in a Masters of Arts in Counselling and Community Work, and a Masters of Arts in Pastoral Studies.

Registration

CLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 27 Apr 2023

NOTE:

1. Your place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.
2. Payment of $30 per person can be made through PayNow with the following details:
   • UEN: 201512004RACC (API Care & Counselling)
   • Reference Code: <Payer’s Name> SC
   • Send the screenshot of successful payment to register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
3. Payment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.
4. 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.
5. Please contact the organiser for more enquiries.