National Mental Health Summit 2022

Oct 25 – 26, 2022

9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Why attend?

About this Event

Mind You Mental Health Systems (Mind You), in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH), will be running its second-ever National Mental Health Summit this year.

The two-day event promises to be packed with exciting activities and opportunities for its attendees, such as celebrity performances, exclusive master classes, panel discussions, mental health talks, wellness booths for exploration, and much more.

Ultimately, the event aims to connect key stakeholders from the private and public sectors to discuss the mental health crisis, begin the process of creating the mental health infrastructure for the Philippines.

Dates: October 25-26

Time: 9am-5pm for the main program

5pm onwards – open roam of the booths

Who is this event for?

This event is for anyone interested in mental health. Whether you don’t know much about it and want to learn more, or whether you are an advocate that is ready to level up in your own mental health journey and find out how you want to help the community – this is for you!

This event may be of particular interest to psychology students, professors, associations, mental health professionals, and advocates as it will feature talks and panel discussions led by high-profile speakers from the government and industry experts from the private sector.

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The Speakers

Venue

SM Aura Premier, BGC, Taguig

Events & Classes

Schedules

  • Summit Day 1 (Events)


  • Summit Day 1 (Master Classes)


  • Summit Day 2 (Events)


  • Summit Day 2 (Master Classes)


  • Opening Remarks from the DOH & Mind You


  • This panel will discuss the main obstacles and challenges surrounding mental health in the Philippines, whether it be socio-economic barriers, lack of access to licensed psychological therapy, cultural stigmas, or lack of education and awareness. Panelists will share their perspectives, expert knowledge and plans for the future of mental health.

  • Own your thoughts and emotions so they don't own you. Join Elle Adda for this Mind-Body workshop where we will learn how to breakthrough our negative thought and emotional patterns that have kept us feeling stuck in a reactive cycle of stress. Together, we will learn mindfulness, breathing, and meditation techniques proven to calm the anxious mind as well as train our mental and emotional fitness. In this way, we can recover faster from stress, introduce positive perspectives, and respond to our challenges with more focus, energy, and purpose.

  • Can gut bacteria affect mental health? Increasing evidence has associated gut microbiota to both gastrointestinal and extra gastrointestinal diseases. Inflammation of the gut have been linked to causing several mental illnesses including anxiety and depression, which are prevalent in society today. The Farm is an advocate of mental health through a holistic approach. With our team of integrative medical doctors and licensed health professionals, we are able to address the many veils of mental-emotional challenges by covering the different layers (biochemical, psycho-emotional, subconscious, biographical, etc.) that contribute to these challenges. We address and treat occupational and chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and more. Our aim is to empower our guests so that they can deeply appreciate life. Learn to prepare plant based juices and simple vegan dishes rich in probiotics for gut health and brain health/mental well-being

  • This panel discussion aims to tackle everyday mental health problems and persistent stigmas that all communities face, including families, the youth, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, and even those who are economically vulnerable. Panelists will share their own experiences, their work with community programs and what they believe are the next steps towards a psychologically safe Philippines.

  • Why is it important to understand your people before any kind of intervention? Is there really a one-size-fits-all program for mental health? Dr. Dae discusses an actionable step-by-step framework on how to create a mental health intervention that works and how to sustain it.

  • Gut health has been a big topic when it comes to wellness. But did you know that it also greatly affects our mood, and in effect, our mental health? Hippocrates once said, “All disease begins in the gut.” And apparently, this includes mental conditions. Dr. Candy will shed more light on the Gut-Brain connection, the challenges given our current way of life, and how to properly care for our gut.

  • Learn the do's and don'ts of this childrearing strategy that aims to proactively fulfill kids'emotional needs and more. Take the next step in your wellness journey by attending one of our exclusive Masterclasses. Led by experts in their respective fields, explore different aspects of wellness through our immersive one-hour learning sessions. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Mental health has always been viewed towards the negative spectrum of the continuum, focusing on what’s wrong with the individual. This masterclass will introduce participants to relatable and timely Positive Psychology interventions for daily life. Who says life can’t be fun? Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Left to fester, financial stress can leave serious repercussions like anxiety, depression, and even harm your physical heath. This talk will discuss about the importance of financial security to our overall wellness as well as simple and actionable steps on how to achieve it. Take the next step in your wellness journey by attending one of our exclusive Masterclasses. Led by experts in their respective fields, explore different aspects of wellness through our immersive one-hour learning sessions. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Harness the power of the breath to manage your stress and unleash peak states of health and performance. Get ready for this masterclass that will challenge what we think we know about breathing and reveal our natural power to control our physical, mental, and emotional states. Together we will understand how to practice proper breathing techniques and protocols that will help oxygenate the body more efficiently. These techniques practiced consistently will not only elevate core strength, posture, and physical performance, but it will also highly improve our mental health. We will learn how to decrease emotional reactivity, manage our stress and anxiety response, as well as improve our focus, mood, and energy- all with the power of the breath! Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • [Formerly called Neurobalance Therapy 101] During this masterclass, you will learn the brain science behind anxiety and depression. You will also gain practical and brain-based therapeutic techniques to manage symptoms and imbalances in your mood,feelings and behaviors. This masterclass not only aims to equip its participants with a solid scientific understanding of how stress, anxiety and depression manifests in the body and mind of a person but will also teach its participants how to shorten their own healing/recovery process through developing healthy behavioral habits. This masterclass is packed with interactive mental health and wellness activities including a cognitive behavioral therapy session with mindfulness training, meditation and movement exercises that will help rewire the brain. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • A playful glimpse and exploration into our shadow self. Ever notice yourself in a vehicle and someone cuts you off and you feel that familiar sense of irritation rising? Or perhaps while talking to a relative and you find yourself in a reactive state. That, there is a trigger. We may notice them as they come or more often than not, after we have let our minds be hijacked and after reacting in a way we didn’t intend. Perhaps there are also moments where we want to do something then a voice that sounds a little like fear creeps in and sounds loudly in our minds. That is a mental hijacker. In this mini-workshop, we will be exploring your mental hijackers and triggers. Through playful exploration and role play, we will be making our hijackers tangible and acknowledging some of our main triggers. We will co-create small takeaway tools to take with you into your day to day and perhaps cultivate into a habit. What to bring: An open mind. Come in comfortable clothing and bring a pen and notebook to jot in. Take the next step in your wellness journey by attending one of our exclusive Masterclasses. Led by experts in their respective fields, explore different aspects of wellness through our immersive one-hour learning sessions. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Gen Y, Z and Alpha are inheriting a world where climate change is part of the top 5 threats to humanity. This has brought about a new form of stress called eco-anxiety. Learn about where this anxiety originates from, and learn about educational innovations that help these generations understand and come up with solutions that can empower them to manage this stress and change the course of their future. Led by experts in their respective fields, explore different aspects of wellness through our immersive one-hour learning sessions. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • How can we be more mindful of our plastic consumption? Learn some tips, tricks and strategies on daily sustainable practice, how to build sustainably with plastic waste and more. What you’ll need for this masterclass: Clean and dry single use plastics, PET bottles, chopsticks or anything that can help stuff plastics into the bottles Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • In this power session with Yuri Marshall and Elle Adda, we will learn how to take ownership of our negative emotions and redirect them in a life changing way. We will practice proven techniques to elevate our mental, emotional, and physical states, so that we can CHOOSE the energy we step into the day with.

  • An interactive panel discussion to answer your real world problems/answer your burning MH questions. This highly engaging impactful and interactive panel discussion will draw from real life questions submitted via social media and from the live audience. You will learn about how to have healthy conversations about mental health even in difficult situations.

  • Join Gus for an informative talk on key elements of managing personal finances that we may overlook in daily life. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Why should everyone keep a journal or diary? Because art and expression are powerful tools for repairing unseen wounds. There's an intrinsic link between creativity and mental well-being. We all have an inner creative self who can lead us to safety and healing. We just need to find and nurture them, on the blank page.

  • Learn about how people from different walks of life have overcome their struggles. This panel discussion will hold space for panelists to speak openly about their mental health journey, their major challenges, and how they overcame them to shape their character and resolve. The stories shared will inspire listeners to raise their own awareness and curiosity to recognize common patterns in their own life and actually make it possible to #FindHope.

  • This class is about how a whole food plant-forward lifestyle can be used to fuel the mind and body for optimal health. A whole food plant-forward lifestyle incorporates a diet that consists mainly of whole foods, plants, and minimally processed foods. Here, we will learn to apply the therapeutic properties of key ingredients to create delicious, nutritious, and healthy whole food plant-forward meals that will help to achieve optimal health.

  • In this "ever-busy, over-stimulated, high-pressure culture", our ability to recover from stress will depend on the quality of our rest. Join us for this honest conversation about our generation's relationship with rest and self care. We will also learn expert strategies on how to maximize our sleep & recovery in order to maximize our mental well-being.

  • Sound healing uses vibrations (vocal or instrumental-like gongs, Tibetan singing bowls, and tuning forks) in order to relax the body, mind, and soul. Some proponents also believe it can relieve certain ailments including pain, anxiety, depression, or insomnia. Sound therapy is a clinical and evidence-based therapy used for dealing with mental health issues, such as anxiety, pain, and sleep disorders. These issues are usually caused by high levels of tension and stress. Sound healing brings one to a relaxed state with sounds created by singing bowls, tuning forks, and other resonant musical instruments, including the human voice. Recent research suggests that counseling sessions can be a catalyst for emotional healing used in combination with other modalities such as meditation, deep breathing, and visualization.

  • Using the medium of clay, one can learn how to be gentle to oneself.The clay can be therapeutic because of its tactile quality. One can be connected to the clay by conversing with it, like a heart to heart conversation with the self. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up! The tealight candle holder will be a reminder that there's a light in everyone and there is hope.

  • An experience of connection & belonging through songs and ancient practices. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Laughter Wellness is the practice of using breathing techniques, facial muscle exercises, and laughter as a tool to signal the body to relax. It may shift the response of the body from fight-flight-or-freeze mode to a rest-and-digest mode. Join us as we have fun while learning techniques to manage stress and live life with more ease. Take the next step in your wellness journey by attending one of our exclusive Masterclasses. Led by experts in their respective fields, explore different aspects of wellness through our immersive one-hour learning sessions. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • A Drum Circle is a gathering of people where everyone can play music, have fun, and come together as one. In Connecting with Rhythm, participants will learn the basics of hand drumming and percussion, learn to play drum patterns, and create personal grooves and solos. Through simple exercises, the drum circle transforms individuals into one community, united under the same beat. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Facilitating Mental Health Conversations through the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method. Mental health conversations are still taboo in our organizations. It is mostly perceived as a weakness where people are hesitant to share what they are going through. In this masterclass, participants can experience how the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®method is used to create a safe space for sharing and understanding the current state of their mental health. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • How your relationship with food is a reflection of your relationship with your body A short description about the class: We may feel like food is all about discipline and will power but what if there's more to it? In this class we will dive into how your environment, experiences and your relationship with your body affects your relationship with food. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Happiness is defined as the positive emotion we experience with regards to the pleasurable activities we take part in our daily lives. It is a state of mind characterized by sentiments of joy, satisfaction, contentment, and fulfillment. This workshop focuses on happiness and how it can be achieved to reach the point of mental wellbeing. Understanding how hope contributes to happiness will also be discussed. Attendees will also learn how positive psychology can be incorporated in their daily lives to improve mental health and well-being. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • Society and the fitness industry especially today overlook teaching people how to move, the way they are meant to move. Ivaen believes we as coaches in the fitness industry today as well as social media influencers have a responsibility to be more honest/transparent to society. As it stands, the influx of social media and influencer culture has created the thirst for novel exercises and extreme supplements and diets as well as promoting unrealistic body types; the result is an increase in body image disorders and mental health challenges. Ivaen’s philosophy is that the body needs proper movement to perform at optimal levels; you'll realize how much better you are when you stay active or maintain some type of exercise routine after all "A healthy mind in a healthy body" Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • With everything that has been happening around us, especially in the last two years, you may believe that life is unfair and full of difficulty. However, this particular view and experience of reality are simply created by your negative thoughts and limiting beliefs. There may be things that are outside of our control, but we have the power to decide how to interpret and react to such things - and what to feed our minds with - to thrive and not just survive, no matter the situation. In this masterclass, you will learn how thoughts truly become things through ThetaHealing®, a world-renowned healing technique founded by Vianna Stibal in 1995 after her instantaneous healing from advanced-stage cancer. The ThetaHealing® technique, now taught and used by more than 500,000 practitioners in over 150 countries, is an easy and effective way to release negative emotions and past trauma, change our beliefs to reprogram our mindset, and ultimately transform our life experience to achieve peak mental health and well-being. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • The beginner class series introduces the history of yoga, fundamental principles of alignment, and breathwork. Students will be introduced to yoga postures through step-by-step verbal descriptions and demonstrations. Emphasis is placed on student understanding, safety, and stability within each pose. What you’ll need for this masterclass: A yoga mat Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!

  • In this class, participants will learn about what mental health and well-being connotes, taking care of well-being to manage stress, the critical aspects to focus on in order to enhance well-being and motivation, the art of focusing on what you can control (choice), your strengths (competence), building relationships (connection), and finally, how we can design well-being in our lives. Led by experts in their respective fields, explore different aspects of wellness through our immersive one-hour learning sessions. Part of your Day Pass package includes access to a maximum of TWO masterclasses on the day. Bookings on a first come, first serve basis. Book a class as soon as possible, before slots fill up!


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