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Agenda
17 November 2026<\/h4>\n

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09:00 am – 4:30 pm
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8:30 AM<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Registration<\/h4>\n

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9:00 AM<\/p>\n

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Introduction<\/h4>\n

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9:05 AM<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Attachment theory offers a powerful framework for understanding emotional regulation, relational patterns, coping strategies, and the therapeutic relationship itself. Yet, as attachment language becomes increasingly simplified in popular culture, clinicians are challenged to apply attachment concepts with greater nuance, flexibility, and clinical precision.<\/p>\n

This session explores how attachment dynamics emerge across the lifespan, how they present in therapy, and how clinicians can use an attachment-informed lens to deepen case conceptualization and support meaningful therapeutic change.<\/p>\n

This session will cover:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Recognizing attachment dynamics in clinical presentations, emotional regulation patterns, coping strategies, and interpersonal functioning<\/li>\n
  • Moving beyond simplified attachment labels to understand developmental context, relational adaptation, and attachment flexibility<\/li>\n
  • Applying attachment-informed interventions to strengthen therapeutic alliance, emotional insight, and movement toward greater relational security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The keynote will be a custom recorded session followed by a LIVE Q&A with Kati who will answer audience questions in real time<\/em><\/p>\n

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    Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Kati Morton” position=”Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/06\/Kati-Morton.jpg” admin_label=”Kati Morton-Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI2MjIiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

    Custom recorded session followed by a live virtual Q&A<\/p>\n

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    9:55 AM<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Mary Jane Valero” position=”SVP \u2013 Chief CX and HR Officer” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/11\/placeholder.jpg” admin_label=”PSB Bank – Mary Jane Valero” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ link_option_url_new_window=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

    PSB Bank<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    10:40 AM<\/p>\n

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    NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK\u00a0<\/h4>\n

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    11:10 AM<\/strong><\/p>\n

    [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Imposter Syndrome, Self-Doubt, and the Inner Critic in Mental Health Professionals” admin_label=”Imposter Syndrome, Self-Doubt, and the Inner Critic in Mental Health Professionals” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

    A strong theme from 2025 feedback, this session addresses the internal challenges practitioners face across career stages.<\/p>\n

    This session will cover:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Why imposter syndrome is common in helping professions<\/li>\n
    • Cultural, systemic, and generational contributors<\/li>\n
    • Differentiating humility from self-eroding doubt<\/li>\n
    • Strengthening professional identity and confidenc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      11:40 AM<\/strong><\/p>\n

      [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) in Neurodiversity” admin_label=”Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) in Neurodiversity” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

      Neurodivergent individuals experience “a world of heightened colours, tastes and textures” (Nazeer, 2009). This unique lived experience can expose them to recurring stressful situations, leading to fight, flight, freeze or fawn stress responses. Due to differences between how neurodivergent individuals and neurotypical individuals experience and interpret the world, misunderstandings and discrimination may arise. Understanding how neurodivergent individuals experience the world, alongside recognizing how they respond to stressful environmental stimuli, may help reduce misunderstandings and increase empathy for neurodivergent individuals. Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) provides a framework for understanding these stress responses and supporting neurodivergent individuals in safe and affirming ways.<\/p>\n

      This session will:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Explore the lived sensory experience of neurodivergent individuals<\/li>\n
      • Discuss the value of Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) in supporting neurodivergent individuals<\/li>\n
      • Identify practical strategies for applying trauma-informed principles in clinical practice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n

        [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Jessica Espanto” position=”Head Psychologist” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/05\/Jessics-Espanto-img.jpg” admin_label=”DevHub Center for Intervention – Jessica Espanto” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI1NTMiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]DevHub Center for Intervention<\/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″ min_height=”173px” 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 admin_label=”12:25 PM” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

        12:25 PM<\/p>\n

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        LUNCH\u00a0<\/h4>\n

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        1:25 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

        [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”RESET: Regulating Emotions that Saves Energy and Time” admin_label=”RESET: Regulating Emotions that Saves Energy and Time” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

        There is no question about the value of regulating emotions in our lives. Majority of us are aware how the nervous system is central in
        emotional regulation. The RESET methodology focuses on making it more accessible in our routine and facilitating co-regulation in di\ufb03cult conversations by recognising that we can help our nervous system reset the energy and focus in the moment.<\/p>\n

        This session will glean on<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • The cost of dysregulated nervous system<\/li>\n
        • The Practice of RESET: The Angel is in the Detail<\/li>\n
        • Making RESET a habit and weaving it in our routine and interactions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n

          [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Dr. Josie B. Banaglorioso” position=”Psychologist” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/06\/Josie-Banaglorioso-img.jpg” admin_label=”In Touch Community Services” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI2OTYiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

          In Touch Community Services<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          2:10 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

          [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”What international education and migration teach us about identity, family and mental health” admin_label=”What international education and migration teach us about identity, family and mental health” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

          Migration is a major psychological transition that can reveal or exacerbate mental health challenges. Drawing on our work with Asian and migrant communities in Australia, this session explores how identity, belonging, family relationships and help-seeking evolve throughout the migration journey, and what this means for mental health services.<\/p>\n

          Through this session you will:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          • Learn evidence-informed and practice-based approaches that move beyond traditional Western models of care to build trust and deliver culturally-responsive support taking into account culture, family and context.<\/li>\n
          • Recognise the psychological outcomes, not just educational ones of international education.<\/li>\n
          • Discover how clinicians, universities and governments can better support international students before departure, during their time overseas and as they transition home, recognising the lasting impact of migration on identity and wellbeing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n

            [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Asami Koike” position=”Founder & Director” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/06\/Asami-Koike-headshot.jpg.jpeg” admin_label=”Shapes and Sounds, Australia” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI2OTAiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

            Shapes and Sounds, Australia<\/strong>
            Live virtual & Q&A session<\/p>\n

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            3:00 PM<\/p>\n

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            NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK<\/h4>\n

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            3:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

            [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Understanding Trauma & Recovery: A basic framework used by the MLAC Team” admin_label=”Understanding Trauma & Recovery: A basic framework used by the MLAC Team” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

            The framework we use emphasizes the importance of Mindfulness, Safety, and Presence; 3 crucial elements of a therapeutic relationship. We follow the basic belief that everyone possesses the internal resources needed for recovery. The task of a therapist is to be fully\u00a0present in helping the person become aware of this by allowing emotions and experiences to be adequately expressed in a safe space and thereby gaining insight into one’s sense of agency towards healing.<\/p>\n

            The focus areas will be:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            • Healing happens through safe and supportive connections, which rebuild and create relationships needed for recovery.<\/li>\n
            • Mindfulness through recognizing, being aware of feelings, and resulting bodily sensations help people own these emotions and choose how to respond.<\/li>\n
            • The ability to make a person feel listened to fully and without judgement creates the therapeutic environment where a person can feel he or she is not alone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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              Speaker:<\/strong><\/p>\n

              [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Dr. Rachel Ann Parr” position=”PhD, RPsy” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/06\/Dr-Rachel-Parr.jpg” admin_label=”MLAC Institute for Psychosocial Services” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI2NjEiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]MLAC Institute for Psychosocial Services<\/strong>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_row” _builder_version=”4.16″ 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 admin_label=”4:15 PM” module_class=”time” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

              4:15 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              • Examine evidence-based supervision models, structured supervision sessions, peer, and clinical supervision approaches.<\/li>\n
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                [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_team_member name=”Dr. Sheila Marie Guevarra-Hocson” position=”Research Fellow” image_url=”https:\/\/nationalcounsellingconference.asia\/ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/05\/Dr-Sheila-Hocson-img.jpg” admin_label=”Far Eastern University” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wb3N0Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI1NjMiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Far Eastern University<\/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” disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Agenda row” module_class=”agenda_topic_headline” _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” 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-END-OF.png” title_text=”Icons Agenda END OF” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _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 admin_label=”5:00 PM – 5:05 PM” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

                5:00 PM – 5:05 PM<\/p>\n

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