“Revealing your feeling is the beginning of healing.” - Pastor Rick Warren

Mark your calendars: we’re hosting our second annual Hope for Mental Health conference on Saturday, November 5, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Our prayer each year is that through these dialogues, we create a safe community space to remind each of us that you are loved, you have a purpose, you belong, you have a choice, and you are needed.

Our theme for the conference is "Understanding and Navigating through Grace." We believe this captures God's desire, and enabling grace, for us to victoriously navigate our circumstances. We are guided by Romans 15:13 – “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” It is our prayer that we can bring hope through this conference and the meaningful conversations and connections that will follow. 

Joining us are Christian doctors and licensed counselors who will encourage us on topics that concern us all today. Attend the general session and choose from one of five concurrent break-out sessions.  

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General Session: “Shedding Light on Mental Health and Holistic Well-Being”

Understand the meaning and importance of mental health and holistic well-being. Learn about common myths and misconceptions surrounding mental health.

Ms. Fab Calipara, MA, RPsy

Founder & Clinical Director, Fully Psych Mental Health Services 

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

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Break-out Session 1: “Parenting in the Digital Age”

What are the benefits and challenges of technology, screentime and social media on our children? How do we establish healthy boundaries and support our children in their use of technology? Is it possible to get the balance right between limits and independence? How do I model good behavior for my children? Ms. Cua will strive to answer these questions in her talk. 

Ms. Shaina Cua, MFT

Marriage and Family Therapist

Senior High Teacher, MGC New Life Christian Academy

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Break-out Session 2: “Understanding and Communicating with Your Teen”

Understand the physical, mental, and emotional changes that occur during the teenage years. In her talk, Dr. Go will explain the difference between parenting children and teenagers, the goal of parenting teenagers, resolving conflict, and how to treat teenagers in increasingly loving and respectful ways.

Dr. Joyce Piap-Go

Doctor of Education in Christian Counseling

Radio Counselor (FEBC) and Author

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Break-out Session  3: “Staying Mentally Healthy in our Golden Years”

How do we improve cognition and emotion as we age? How do we care for and support our aging parents or relatives? Learn about common mental health concerns for seniors, and how to stay mentally healthy as we age. 

Dr. Jeanette Yu-Chua

Doctor of Ministry in Marriage & Family Counseling

Pastor Counselor, Makati Gospel Church

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Break-out Session 4: “Stressbusters”

Gain science-based information on how out-of-control stress can take over our bodies. Learn the short- and long-term goals of controlling stress, and some essential stress-busting strategies.

Dr. Toni Yamamoto

Founding Chairman, Dept. of Occupational and Family Medicine, Asian Hospital

Asst. Professor, Family and Community Medicine

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Break-out Session 5: “Teen Talk: Building and Sustaining Friendships”

Ms. Fab will talk to us about the importance of relating with the right people, creating positive friendships, and sustaining meaningful connections. Learn how to build strong friendships, manage conflict, and repair broken relationships. This break-out session is targeted towards teenagers and young adults. 

Ms. Fab Calipara

Founder & Clinical Director, Fully Psych Mental Health Services 

Licensed Clinical Psychologist