Agenda
7 October 2025
09:00 am – 5:00 pm
7 October 2025

9:00 AM
Introduction by Chairperson
Understanding Teenagers: The Psychology Behind Adolescent Behaviour
This session will explore the cognitive, emotional, and social development of teenagers and how these factors influence their mental health and decision-making. It will provide insights into supporting adolescents in therapy, education, and family settings.
Key takeaways:
- Understanding the neurological and psychological shifts during adolescence.
- Recognising common mental health challenges teenagers face.
- Practical interventions to support adolescent well-being.
10:00 AM
[Workshop]
Connect & Converse

10:15 AM
Networking break
10:45 AM
From Stigma to Support: Reframing Mental Health in the Singapore Context
This session will examine how cultural, societal, and workplace stigmas around mental health impact individuals and communities. It will provide strategies for professionals to challenge misconceptions and promote mental health awareness.
Key takeaways:
- Factors influencing help-seeking attitudes and behaviours
- Reshaping help-seeking attitudes and behaviours inside and outside of the therapy office
11:35 AM
Digital Natives and Mental Health
This session examines the challenges and opportunities digital technology presents to therapy with younger generations, focusing on social media, teletherapy, and digital mental health tools.
This will include:
- Exploring the impact of social media, gaming, and digital interactions on emotional well-being and mental health.
- Analysing the benefits and risks of technology in mental health care, including teletherapy, mental health apps, and AI-driven support tools.
- Providing evidence-based strategies for leveraging digital platforms to promote mental well-being while mitigating negative effects such as cyberbullying and digital fatigue.
Speaker:

Sarah Poh
CEO
The Therapy Platform Pte Ltd

12:25 PM
Lunch
1:25 PM
Why should therapists care about AI?
This session will cover:
- How to mitigate the risk of therapists being replaced by AI
- Research findings on the use of chatbots for mental health support
- Harnessing AI in therapy practice
Speaker:

Sarah Poh
CEO
The Therapy Platform Pte Ltd
2:10 PM
Leading with Psychological Safety: A Foundation for Workplace Mental Health
This session will cover:
- Understanding psychological safety and what it is
- Encouraging open conversations and reducing stigma in the workplace
- Empowering leadership behaviors to build trust and improve engagement
Speaker:

Michelle Mah
Psychotherapist & Coach
Rebalance Training & Consulting

3:05 PM
Networking Break
3:25 PM
Reframing Anxiety: Transforming Fear into Strength
This session will provide evidence-based strategies for managing anxiety, helping individuals shift their perspective from fear to empowerment.
Key Takeaways:
- Cognitive-behavioural techniques for reframing anxious thoughts.
- Developing long-term resilience strategies.
4:15 PM
Bridging Generations: Holistic Mental Health Leadership
An exploration of the impact of generational differences on mental health conversations, highlighting the importance of resilience, emotional well-being, and meaningful connection. This session introduces a practical 5-step model to bridge these gaps, reduce stigma, and foster supportive environments for mental wellness across different age groups.
The session will cover:
- A deeper understanding of how mental, emotional, and social well-being contribute to resilience.
- Practical strategies to foster open, stigma-free conversations across generations.
- Insights into applying a structured framework—Surrender, Purpose, Connection, Goals, and Discipline—to promote mental wellness.
- The role of peer support, coaching, and psychotherapy in creating psychologically safe spaces.
By Nick Jonsson, Director, LIMITLESS EXECUTIVE SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.

5:05 PM