contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”Agenda – Day 1″ module_id=”agenda” module_class=”bg-white” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”-26px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” disabled=”on” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_topic_headline” _builder_version=”4.16″ collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_date” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/08\/Icons-Agenda-Break.png” title_text=”Icons Agenda Break” align=”center” disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_description” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”9.00 – 9.05″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
9.00 – 9.05<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Introduction” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ header_4_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Introduction<\/h4>\n
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9.05 – 9.55<\/strong>
(35 min presentation & 15 min Q&A)<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”The Dangers of Hope: Ethically Navigating Expectations and Outcomes in Psychotherapy” admin_label=”The Dangers of Hope: Ethically Navigating Expectations and Outcomes in Psychotherapy” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Snyder\u2019s Hope theory has several components that are deemed to be necessary and present. Most believe hope has to do with blind belief that something desired will occur. The disparity between the two positions is critical, especially within the helping professions.<\/p>\n
Through this seesion, you will<\/p>\n
\n- Learn: Main Components of Hope Theory<\/li>\n
- Hear & Think About: Why this matters in everyday practice<\/li>\n
- Case Studies: Examples of outcomes with negative consequences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Dr. Scarlett Mattoli” position=”Chartered Clinical Psychologist\/ Supervisor\/Psychometrist” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/02\/MATTOLI_Scarlett_HeadChA-img.jpg” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”Dr. Scarlett Mattoli” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjgxNzkiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Psynamo Group<\/strong>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_row” _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_description” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”9.55 – 10.25″ module_class=”time” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ custom_margin=”60px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n9.55 – 10.25<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”%91Interactive Workshop%93″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][Interactive Workshop]<\/strong>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Connect & Converse” admin_label=”Connect & Converse” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nInteract with peers and exchange opinions and insights in a structured networking led by seasoned mental health practitioners<\/p>\n
Hong Kong focusing on current issues and advances in mental health including:<\/p>\n
\n- Unmasking the Myths behind ADHD and autism and how to support and diagnose<\/li>\n
- Building Resilience in The Workplace<\/li>\n
- Tools & Tips for ADHD and executive functioning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Facilitators:<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Dr. Amanda Oswalt Visher” position=”Director of Psychological Services” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Amanda-img.png” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”SPOT Centre – Dr. Amanda Oswalt Visher” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6Ijg3NDciLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]SPOT Centre<\/strong>[\/et_pb_team_member][et_pb_team_member name=”Nimishaa Mohinani” position=”Counsellor\/ Psychometrician” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Nimisha.jpg” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”SPOT Children\u2019s Therapy Centre – Nimishaa Mohinani” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjExMTczIiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nSPOT Children\u2019s Therapy Centre<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_team_member][et_pb_team_member name=”Jared Dubbs” position=”Counsellor” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Jared-Professional-Photo-Suit-Smaller.jpg” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”Jared Dubbs Counselling LLC” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjExMTQxIiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Jared Dubbs Counselling LLC<\/strong>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_topic_headline” _builder_version=”4.16″ collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_date” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/08\/Icons-Agenda-Break.png” title_text=”Icons Agenda Break” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_description” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”10.25 – 10.55″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n10.25 – 10.55<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”COFFEE BREAK” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ header_4_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
COFFEE BREAK<\/h4>\n
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10.55 – 11.40<\/strong>
(35 min presentation & 10 min Q&A)<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”The Female Factor: Navigating Women\u2019s Mental Health Journey from Menstruation to Menopause” admin_label=”The Female Factor: Navigating Women\u2019s Mental Health Journey from Menstruation to Menopause” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Examine the unique mental health challenges faced by women at various stages in their life span and how they need to be supported.<\/p>\n
This session will cover:<\/p>\n
\n- Understanding the impact of hormonal changes throughout various life stages, including menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause.<\/li>\n
- Societal Pressures and expectations unique to women and their contribution to stress, anxiety, and depression.<\/li>\n
- Importance of Tailored Interventions that are gender \u2013 sensitive and can enhance the effectiveness of therapy and support systems, leading to better outcomes for women’s mental health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Dr. Vanessa Wong” position=”Specialist in Psychiatry” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/04\/Vanessa-Wong-img.jpg” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”Dr. Vanessa Wong – Specialist in Psychiatry” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjEwNzk0IiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Dr. Vanessa Wong<\/p>\n
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11.40 – 12.25<\/strong>
(35 min presentation & 10 min Q&A)<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Play To Win: Applying Sport Psychology On & Off the Field” admin_label=”Play To Win: Applying Sport Psychology On & Off the Field” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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 \u2013 long used by elite athletes \u2013 offers powerful tools for mental health practitioners to support diverse clientele.<\/p>\n
This session will cover:<\/p>\n
\n- Pre-performance routines help an athlete stay present before and during competition<\/li>\n
- Understand that our mental readiness to perform depends on our ability to control our arousal level<\/li>\n
- This helps us get into the zone at the right time before we perform, whatever the context<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Karen Lo, M.Ed., CMPC, ISSP-R” position=”Sport and Performance Psychologist” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/Karen-Lo-img.jpg” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”Inner Edge Limited, Hong Kong” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjExMDM3IiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Inner Edge Limited, Hong Kong<\/strong>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_row” _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_description” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”12.25 – 1.00″ module_class=”time” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ custom_margin=”60px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n12.25 – 1.00<\/strong>
(36 minutes recording)<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Supporting Clients in Narcissistic\/Antagonistic\/Emotionally Abusive Relationships: Applying an Antagonism-Informed Framework ” admin_label=”Supporting Clients in Narcissistic\/Antagonistic\/Emotionally Abusive Relationships: Applying an Antagonism-Informed Framework ” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
The standard approach of \u201cshared responsibility\u201d in relationships can often reinforce the cycle of self-blame, loss of individuation, and decision \u201cstuckness\u201d clients often struggle with in these relationships.<\/p>\n
This session will cover:<\/p>\n
\n- Understanding the constructs of narcissism and antagonism and how these dynamics show up in relationships.<\/li>\n
- The fallout of narcissistic dynamics in close relationships.<\/li>\n
- The tenets of an antagonism informed model when working with clients experiencing narcissistic relationships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The keynote will be a custom recorded session. Delegates will be invited to share their questions on the day. Dr Ramani will record answers to these questions and the video link to this recording will be shared with all attendees in early November.<\/em><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_text admin_label=”Speaker:” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||5px||false|false” custom_padding=”||5px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Dr. Ramani Durvasula” position=”Clinical Psychologist & Author” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Dr-Ramani.jpg” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”Dr. Ramani Durvasula Clinical Psychologist & Author” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjExMDcxIiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][VIRTUAL KEYNOTE][\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_topic_headline” _builder_version=”4.16″ collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_date” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/08\/Icons-Agenda-LUNCH.png” title_text=”Icons Agenda LUNCH” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_description” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”1.00 – 2.00″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
1.00 – 2.00<\/p>\n
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LUNCH<\/h4>\n
Enjoy signature Langham Hospitality as you meet peers and exchange perspectives over a delicious buffet spread [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_row” _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_description” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”2.00 – 2.45″ module_class=”time” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ custom_margin=”60px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
2.00 – 2.45<\/strong>
(35 min discussion & 10 min Q&A)<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”%91PANEL%93″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
[PANEL]<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Wired Minds & Social Ties: Navigating Neurodevelopment and Peer Dynamics in a Digital World ” admin_label=”Wired Minds & Social Ties: Navigating Neurodevelopment and Peer Dynamics in a Digital World ” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
In today\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
This panel will:<\/p>\n
\n- Explore how the constantly evolving digital environment affects cognitive and social development amongst children and young adults<\/li>\n
- Highlight the challenges and opportunities that come up with growing up online and strategies for fostering healthy peer relationships, mitigating online risks<\/li>\n
- Digital & IRL tools to support and guide cognitive development for young minds and get them future ready<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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HKUST<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_team_member][et_pb_team_member name=”Evgeny Evseev” position=”Social and Emotional School Wide Counsellor ” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/03\/Evgeny-img.jpg” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”The Harbour School” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjEwNjQ5IiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
The Harbour School<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_team_member][et_pb_team_member name=”Dr. Kimberley Carder” position=”Clinical Psychologist (PsyD)” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/09\/Kim-Carder-img.jpg” db_link_target=”on” admin_label=”Dr. Kimberly Carder – Clinical Psychologist (PsyD)” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjEwMTM2IiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_row” _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”agenda_row_description” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”2.45 – 3.30″ module_class=”time” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ custom_margin=”60px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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Dr. Brent will share his “greatest hits” of thoughts, reminders, tips, and brief interventions for therapy sessions and general mental health. These nuggets of advice can be shared with clients as well as taken to heart in the personal lives of practitioners. Sharing from attendees will be highly encouraged as well<\/p>\n
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3.30 – 4.00<\/p>\n
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COFFEE BREAK<\/h4>\n
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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<\/p>\n
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\n- Inform you about the latest trends of suicide and suicidal behaviours and its prevention.<\/li>\n
- Explore the unique features of suicide bereavement; and<\/li>\n
- Discuss how professionals can help people bereaved by suicide to transform their grief into meanings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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