Many clients in relationships characterized by invalidation, contempt, dismissiveness, betrayal, control, and manipulation with partners who may present to the world as successful, charismatic and even gregarious experience a range of psychiatric and psychosocial fallout including confusion, rumination, regret, helplessness, self-blame, self-doubt, hypervigilance, apathy, negative mood states such as anxiety, and physiological impacts as well.

The standard approach of “shared responsibility” in relationships can often reinforce the cycle of self-blame, loss of individuation, and decision “stuckness” clients often struggle with in these relationships.

This session will cover:

• Understanding the constructs of narcissism and antagonism and how these dynamics show up in relationships.
• The fallout of narcissistic dynamics in close relationships.
• The tenets of an antagonism informed model when working with clients experiencing narcissistic relationships

 

The keynote will be a custom recorded session followed by a LIVE Q&A with Dr. Ramani who will answer audience questions in real time

Interact with peers and exchange opinions and insights in a structured networking led by seasoned mental health practitioners from SPOT Children’s Therapy Centre Hong Kong focusing on current issues and advances in mental health including:

• Unmasking the Myths behind ADHD and autism and how to support and diagnose

Explore the impact of suicide on those left behind, with a focus on helping professionals support individuals through the unique grieving process associated with suicide

This session will:

• Inform you about the latest trends of suicide and suicidal behaviours and its prevention.
• Explore the unique features of suicide bereavement; and
• Discuss how professionals can help people bereaved by suicide to transform their grief into meanings.

Examine the unique mental health challenges faced by women at various stages in their life span and how they need to be supported.

This session will cover:

• Understanding the impact of hormonal changes throughout various life stages, including menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause.
• Societal Pressures and expectations unique to women and their contribution to stress, anxiety, and depression.
• Importance of Tailored Interventions that are gender – sensitive and can enhance the effectiveness of therapy and support systems, leading to better outcomes for women’s mental health.

On or off the field of sport or in the arena of life, certain behaviours are at the heart of human achievement and excellence. Sports psychology – long used by elite athletes – offers powerful tools for mental health practitioners to support diverse clientele.

LiON is research driven initiative for mild to moderate cases of depression and anxiety amongst adolescents through online platforms.

This session will cover:

• Development & Background of LiON in response to the growing need for scalable, cost-effective mental health interventions, particularly for mild-to-moderate psychological distress.
• Program Overview and integration of structured modules based on cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, or psychoeducation, delivered via online platform
• Effectiveness: Qualitative & Quantitative Findings

An often-overlooked aspect of mental health, invisible trauma may not leave visible marks but can profoundly impact our mental health.

This session will cover:

• Understanding the concept of omission trauma—what it is, how it presents clinically, and how to recognise and diagnose it.
• Exploring the link between omission trauma and dissociative disorders, including how unmet developmental needs may underlie complex presentations.
• Learning why omission trauma often goes unrecognised, leading to the treatment of secondary symptoms (e.g. depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction) without addressing the root cause—and how to shift your clinical lens to promote lasting healing.

In today’s hyper connected world, digital interactions and online social behaviours have an outsized impact on emotional growth and peer dynamics and engagement of children and young adults.

This panel will:

• Explore how the constantly evolving digital environment affects cognitive and social development amongst children and young adults
• Highlight the challenges and opportunities that come up with growing up online and strategies for fostering healthy peer relationships, mitigating online risks
• Digital & IRL tools to support and guide cognitive development for young minds and get them future ready