Agenda
12 November 2024

12 November 2024

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Registration

9:00 AM – 9:10 AM

Welcome remarks by emcee

9:10 AM – 9:40 AM

Flourishing Individual & Thriving Organisation with Positive Psychology

This session will cover:

  • Importance and integration of Positive Psychology in Organizational Culture
  • Impact of Employee Well-Being on Organizational Success
  • Practical Strategies for Implementation
Sunil Hasmukharay

Sunil Hasmukharay

Group CEO, HC Consultants Group, Founder & President

Malaysia Positive Psychology Association

9:40 AM – 10:10 AM

Leveraging AI for Early Detection and Intervention of Mental Health Decline in the Elderly

This session will cover:

  • Usage of AI as support to caregivers of elderly
  • AI as a means of self-monitoring for the elderly
  • AI as prevention for early mild cognitive impairment among the elderly
Dr. Anne Jamaludin

Dr. Anne Jamaludin

Head of Dept, Psychology Head of Program

UCSI University

10:10 AM – 10:40 AM

Healing Patterns of Pain

This session will cover:

  • Addresses past pain and trauma that impacts on current life quality and influences current relationships.
  • Developing clients Insights on unconscious processes that impact current day functioning
  • Healing patterns and guiding the development of new ones
Dr. Anasuya Jegathevi Jegathesan

Dr. Anasuya Jegathevi Jegathesan

Dean of the Faculty of Psychology and Social Sciences

University of Cyberjaya

10:40 AM – 11:10 AM

Networking break

11:10 AM – 11:40 AM

PANEL: Social Media and Mental Health: Impact and Issues for Gen Z

Gen Z is the most connected generation ever. Yet, whilst they can seamlessly navigate between devices, they have a complex relationship with social media which is affecting in myriad ways. Dive deep into understanding this topic with our experts spanning media, adolescents and technology.

This session will cover:

  • Unique vulnerabilities of Gen Z
  • Prevalence, patterns and impact of social media usage amongst Gen Z
  • Potential interventions

Moderator:

Aida Ahmad

Aida Ahmad

Licensed Counsellor & Journalist

Panellists:

Dhevaania C. Gendsen

Dhevaania C. Gendsen

Psychology Lecturer & Registered Counsellor

Asia Pacific University of Technology and innovation

Eemun H.

Eemun H.

Lecturer in Psychology

HELP University
Georgedon Teh

Georgedon Teh

Licensed Counsellor & Co-Owner

HJ Education

11:40 AM – 12:10 AM

Trauma is More Than PTSD: Infidelity and Trauma – How to Identify and Treat

Discover how infidelity creates trauma for many women. Gain crucial insights into identifying and addressing this trauma in this empowering session.

This session will cover:

  • How trauma presents
  • Traumatic symptoms presented by many women whose partners cheated on them
  • The causes of trauma for these women
  • How to engage in couples therapy in cases of infidelity when trauma is at play
Dr. Stephen-Claude Hyatt

Dr. Stephen-Claude Hyatt

Clinical Health Psychologist & Traumatologist

CALM International

12:10 AM – 12:40 PM

Understanding the interplay of Trauma and Addiction

An exploration of the profound connection between trauma and addiction, and exploring the various types of trauma and addiction, their common symptoms, and the challenges associated with treating these complex issues. It will highlight the importance of integrated intervention and treatment approaches that address both trauma and addiction simultaneously, offering hope for recovery and healing.

The session will cover:

  • Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of trauma and addiction.
  • Practical insights into effective intervention and treatment strategies.
  • The talk aims to raise awareness, reduce the stigma, and promote a more compassionate informed approach to supporting individuals grappling with these challenges.
Krish Phua

Krish Phua

Registered Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Certified Clinical Supervisor

Underneath the Moon

12:40 PM – 1:40 PM

Networking lunch

1:40 PM – 2:10 PM

Attention, Allergies and anxiety: A Homeopathic and Nutritional Perspective

A holistic healthcare view of Attention Deficit Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder and Anxiety based on scientific evidence.

This session will cover:

  • Clinical relevance of allergies as comorbidities in ADHD, ADD, SPD and anxiety disorders.
  • Tips for healthcare professionals, educators and parents to identify subtle signs of allergies and nutritional deficiency that may be hampering progress.
Dr. Sonal Hattangdi-Haridas

Dr. Sonal Hattangdi-Haridas

Nutritional Medicine Specialist and Homeopathic Physician

Maya Health Institute

2:10 PM – 2:40 PM

Managing Your Triad

Your mind, body and emotions are intricately linked. Learn how you can easily and effortlessly manage your focus and emotions for better productivity, emotional control and long term success. 

This session will cover:

  • How to manage your emotions and energy through your physiology
  • Build and strengthen your focus and mindset
  • Utilise your triad for better productivity
Soo Hoo Yoon Hunn

Soo Hoo Yoon Hunn

Certified NLP Master Trainer

Abundant Impact

2:40 PM – 3:10 PM

Patching the Pieces: Integrating Collage Therapies in Child Sexual Abuse Counselling

Get a comprehensive exploration of the factors, prevalence, and intervention of child sexual abuse in Malaysia with a focus on how counselors and educators can create a safe and empathetic environment for survivors with creative therapies..

This session will cover:

  • Prevalence, effects, and signs of child sexual abuse in Malaysia drawing from case study reports by counsellors, psychologists, social workers, police, and medical teams..
  • Introduction to the crucial role of creative therapies in enhancing the effectiveness of counselling sessions
  • Focus on Collage Therapy and and innovative techniques and practical exercises that to help children explore and process their experiences, fostering a path towards healing and resilience.
Dr. Norsayyidatina Che Rozubi

Dr. Norsayyidatina Che Rozubi

Senior Lecturer in Counseling

Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI)

3:10 PM – 3:40 PM

Reframing Anxiety: The Role of Existential Therapy

Anxiety is a prevalent issue today, often seen as something to fix, manage, or cope with, leading to a largely negative relationship with it. This doesn’t mean our relationship with anxiety is inherently bad, but we typically view it as a hindrance. What if, instead, we could see anxiety as life-enhancing and use it as a source of insight and growth?

This session will cover:

  • Explore existential anxiety as an inherent part of being human.
  • Examine how existential philosophers understand and relate to it.
  • Reveal what existential anxiety can teach us about our own lives.
  • Demonstrate how existential therapy works with anxiety to foster personal growth.

 

3:40 PM – 4:00 PM

Networking break

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Why Art Therapy?

Uncover the therapeutic essence of art therapy – its benefits, techniques, and role in enhancing mental wellbeing through creativity and emotional expression.

This session will cover:

  • Art Therapy as a Healing Narrative: Trauma is a deeply emotional story that needs to be expressed, felt, and embraced. Art therapy provides a powerful medium for this emotional release and healing.
  • Artistic Skills Requirements: Artistic ability isn’t necessary for art therapy to be effective. The focus is on the therapeutic process, not the final product, making it accessible to everyone.
  • Art Therapy as a Collaborative Profession: While art therapy can work within multidisciplinary teams, it stands as a distinct and specialized practice, not just an add-on to other therapies.
Bee Tin Teoh

Bee Tin Teoh

Registered Art Therapist & approved Supervisor

ANZACATA

4:30 PM 5:00 PM
Caregivers: The Unsung Heroes of Mental Health

Caregivers provide a vital support system inspiring individuals to pursue recovery. However, constant caregiving is often a stressful, time-consuming and thankless job. Most caregivers develop chronic stress and compromise on their own physical and psychological health.

This session will cover:

  • The support system provided by caregivers and various roles played by them in patient recovery
  • Physical and psychological stressors affecting caregivers
  • Role that mental health professionals can play in providing adequate support to caregivers besides therapy and psychiatry services
Sue Jen Cheong

Sue Jen Cheong

Mental Health Advocate

Malaysia Mental Health Association

5:00 PM

Closing remarks by emcee