[Cantonese] Mental Health 101 October 2024

一個關於心理健康的入門課程。 Mind HK 其中一個核心目標提高香港人對心理健康的認識和了解。 我們很高興在 10月4日 舉辦一個公開的心理健康 101 培訓課程,介紹心理健康。按此報名 如若您未能參與是次課程,請我們在網站及社交媒體上的更新注意將來會有更多的心理健康 101 培訓課程。 更新的活動日請 按此 訂閱 Mind HK 獲得最新資訊。 培訓課程:心理健康基礎培訓班 平台:Zoom 日期:2024年10月4日 時間:晚上6時至7時(1小時) 語言:廣東話 票價:100 (標準) 50 (優惠) *請電郵至training@mind.org.hk查詢優惠票的資格 報名連結:www.eventbrite.hk/e/mindhk-10-tickets-884658516437 *若果您對此課程及精神健康急救課程同時感興趣,請到精神健康急救課程連結中報名。它已經包含當前心理健康基礎培訓班的內容。 甚麼是心理健康基礎課程? 這是一個關於心理健康的入門課程,此課程會涵蓋大眾對心理健康常見的誤解、常見的心理健康困擾、如何幫助自己或他人、在香港尋求幫助的渠道,以及如何照顧您的心理健康。 心理健康基礎培訓班將會包括: 心理健康基本知識 圍繞心理健康的污名與標籤 心理健康譜系:從焦慮、壓力及抑鬱到更嚴重情況 自我幫助的方法:包括心理健康貼士、香港尋求幫助的渠道、個人網上輔導及網上支援 個案例子 *心理健康基礎培訓班將由受訓練的專業導師教授。 我們建議您先完成心理健康基礎培訓班後再報讀精神健康急救課程。完成精神健康急救課程後將會成為國際認可的精神健康急救員。 MindHK心理基礎課程證書 完成此課程之所有內容的參加者可獲得MindHK頒發之電子證書。詳情可以電郵至training@mind.org.hk或留意當日講者介紹的電子證書之頒發準則。 所有人皆可登記報名參加課程。課程人數有限。 如有查詢,請電郵至 training@mind.org.hk 聯絡我們。

[Cantonese] F2F Mental Health First Aid Standard Course October 2024

精神健康急救提供有關心理健康危機處理知識,讓一些正經歷心理健康危機又尚未得到專業治療的人能得到幫助。課程將由受認可的專業人士教授。完成所有課程節數後將會獲得證書。按此報名 標準精神健康急救課程將包括: 普遍心理健康問題及相關危機情況的基本知識 作為非專業人士可提供的幫助及何時需要想專業人士求助 精神健康急救行動計畫 作為心理健康急救員介入及處理緊急心理健康危機 恐慌突襲 自殺 自我傷害 成癮 現有本地資源 報讀精神健康急救課程前,建議先完成心理健康基礎培訓班。請留意 www.mind.org.hk 以獲得即將舉行的課程資訊。 完成精神健康急救課程後將會成為國際認可的精神健康急救員。參與者需要完成 10月 5 & 6日 所有節數後才會獲得認證。課程將會由早上9:30 時至下午5:30 時。期間將不會有小食及飲品提供。 *此課程並非教導參加者成為心理健康專業人士。 語言:廣東話 日期:10月5 & 10月6日 時間:9:30 時至5:30 時 *必須參與所有課程節數才會獲得證書頒發 地點:Mind HK, 18B, One Capital Place, 18 Luard Road, Wan Chai *報名此課程將獲贈參加10月4 晚上6-7時的網上心理健康基礎課程(中文)。 報名連結:www.eventbrite.hk/e/-10-5-6-tickets-884661856427 價格: 標準價格:HKD $800 *標準票將不會提供發票 非牟利機構、學生*:HKD $500 *學生是指全日制學生,屆時請攜帶學生證以作證明。 請聯繫 training@mind.org.hk 並提供學生證或工作證明之副本以獲取優惠碼。 企業:HKD $1200* *當中包括自願捐款作補貼學生或非牟利機構的課程費用 *如需本會提供發票,請電郵至 training@mind.org.hk 參加者必年滿18歲或以上。 本次課程提供座位有限。 Mind HK 將在未來提供更多精神健康急救課程,請留意我們的網站及社交媒體公佈未來課程日期。我們現時正訓練更多專業導師,以在未來提供更多恆常訓練課程。 登記詳情: 請在此進行網上登記。 登記前請確定細節,MindHK將不提供任何退款或更改。 如有查詢,請電郵至 training@mind.org.hk 聯絡我們。

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[ Manulife x Mind HK ] Your Mental Health Matters Event How does your family of origin shape the person you are today?

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[ENG] MENTAL HEALTH 101 NOV 2024

One of Mind HK‘s core goals is to increase awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong. We are pleased to present a public Mental Health 101 training session, which will provide an introduction to mental health, on 1 November 2024. Register here. Should you not be able to attend this time around, please note that there will be more Mental Health 101 training sessions in the future. Updated event dates will be posted

What is iACT Service?

Improving Access to Community Therapies (iACT®) is one of the services from Mind HK. Trained Wellbeing Practitioners will offer initial assessment and early intervention for people dealing with mild to moderate symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other emotional difficulties.

The service includes 6-8 sessions of low-intensity psychological support, the flexibility of the service allows individuals to receive free and timely support when needed.

If you’re aged between 18 – 65 and are facing some emotional challenges, we would like to invite you to take an online assessment for us to gain a better understanding of your current emotional struggles.

If you’re eligible, we’ll get you connected with a Wellbeing Practitioner within two weeks to sort out the next steps.

To ensure our services remain sustainable and accessible to all, we utilise a sliding scale fee model based on household income starting 1 June 2026. Sessions range from free of charge to HK$ 150 – HK$ 300, as detailed in the table below.
By contributing what you can, you directly support the longevity of our iACT services. These fees sustain Mind HK’s vital work, ensuring our support remains available for those who need it most. Furthermore, your contribution fuels our broader mission, including school-based programmes, mental health training, and essential awareness campaigns across the city.
Monthly Household Income Fee Per Session
≤ HK$ 20,000 Free
HK$ 20,001 – HK$ 40,000 HK$ 150
>HK$ 40,000 HK$ 300
*To ensure fairness and the proper allocation of resources, we conduct occasional random checks to verify that assigned fee levels remain aligned with our users’ current financial circumstances.
**You may also choose to receive services provided by a Trainee Wellbeing Practitioner or an Alumni Wellbeing Practitioner. The fees will be waived, and the wait time may be longer.

All payments made are non-refundable. If you are facing special circumstances, please let us know. We may consider a refund on a case-by-case basis depending on your specific situation.

Yes. In addition to income-based waivers, you may choose to receive support from a Trainee Wellbeing Practitioner or an Alumni Wellbeing Practitioner volunteer. In these instances, fees are waived, though wait times may be longer.

You may reschedule your appointment up to two times during your service period. Please note that all changes must be made at least two working days prior to your scheduled session.

Yes, you may choose to discontinue the service at any time.

The service runs for about 3 months and includes 6-8 support sessions, tailored to your needs.

We encourage you to attend all sessions and actively practice the tips and exercises provided by your Wellbeing Practitioner.

We take your privacy seriously. Your chats with the Wellbeing Practitioner are confidential.

 

We won’t share any of your info unless you’ve provided consent or if there are risks detected.

This programme isn’t suitable for people facing emergencies, major setbacks, or those diagnosed with serious or complex mental health conditions.

 

If you’re having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, this programme might not meet your needs, so please seek help right away. You can check out Mind HK’s “Find Help Now” page for immediate information and services.

Most of our Wellbeing Practitioners have backgrounds in psychology or counselling and are passionate about mental health. They’ve gone through about 140 hours of intensive training and completed at least 120 hours of supervised clinical practice over 9 months to ensure the quality of service.

 

They’re trained by accredited local experts in the mental health field, including clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, counsellors, and psychiatrists. Plus, we regularly check how effective our services are. All service outputs and performances are subject to consistent monitoring.

Who is suitable for participating in this programme?

This programme welcomes anyone between the ages of 18 and 65 who may be feeling lost or facing emotional difficulties. Please note that this programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions.

This programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions, but suitable for those who experience mild to severe moderate anxiety, mild to moderate depression, or other emotional challenges. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.

After signing up, our Wellbeing Practitioner will contact you within two weeks to schedule a convenient time for a 45-minute conversation, either via video or phone call, according to your preference. During the conversation, the Wellbeing Practitioner will understand your current situation and help you gain a better understanding of your emotional state based on the questionnaire you filled out during application. Additionally, they will provide recommendations for appropriate community resources based on your needs, helping you take an important first step in taking care of your mental health.

Although the intervention procedure is mostly standardised, Wellbeing Practitioners will work flexibly with clients to address individual presenting problems and unique characteristics.

Our Wellbeing Practitioners are trained to support people who experience mild to moderate mental health difficulties primarily. This programme is not suitable for the situations mentioned above. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.

Your conversations with the Wellbeing Practitioner are absolutely confidential. Any information about you will not be shared with anyone without your consent unless you or others are at immediate risk or the Wellbeing Practitioner has reason to believe that you may be in imminent danger.
Supervisors will monitor trainees’ development throughout the placement to ensure that they are meeting the required level of competency to pass the training course at the end of the placement.

Yes, it is necessary to book an appointment in advance by filling out the form. Additionally, you can select one of the five stores yourself. We will allocate clients to different Wellbeing Practitioners based on their chosen location.

Before having the conversation, we will ask you to fill out a basic questionnaire for preliminary screening assessment. This screening process aims to ensure that the training received by the Wellbeing Practitioners is sufficient to meet the needs of the individuals receiving the service. If it is determined after the screening assessment that the service is not suitable for you, Mind HK will provide alternative recommendations to ensure your safety and support.

For adults who are suitable for this service, all Wellbeing Practitioners have received training on how to identify and respond to safety and risk issues. If you have any concerns about the support process, the Wellbeing Practitioners have appropriate measures in place and will develop response plans based on the urgency of the situation. They can also access support from clinical practitioners from Mind HK or participating organisations.

What private training does Mind HK provide?

Mind HK provides 4 themes of mental health training, including: Supporting Self, Supporting Others, Family Wellbeing and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion).

 

Check out the brochure here for more information.

Mind HK provides a wide range of standardised mental health training, which can be tailored to different circumstances. Chat with our team to explore more

Our trainers come from a diverse, accredited pool of clinically experienced professionals. Check out our trainers’ biographies here.

Yes, the Mental Health First Aid class of Mind HK is internationally accredited by the MHFA International. The content and certification is delivered by trainers certified from the Mental Health Association of Hong Kong. You can find out our trainers accreditation here.

We are here to support your mental health education journey! Reach out to us and chat with our team.

[ENG] MENTAL HEALTH 101 OCTOBER 2024

One of Mind HK‘s core goals is to increase awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong. We are pleased to present a public Mental Health 101 training session, which will provide an introduction to mental health, on 14 October 2024. Register here.

Should you not be able to attend this time around, please note that there will be more Mental Health 101 training sessions in the future. Updated event dates will be posted via our website and through our newsletter. To sign up for Mind HK updates please click here.

Training Session: Mental Health 101

Platform: Zoom
Date: 14 October 2024
Time: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Ticket: 100 (Standard), 50 (Discounted)

* Please email training@mind.org.hk to enquire eligibility of the discounted ticket. *Eventbrite may charge 5% platform fee.

Language: English
Open to all. Limited Spots.
Registration Link: www.eventbrite.hk/e/mindhk-mental-health-101-oct-14-tickets-884662909577

What is Mental Health 101?

A general introductory course to mental health, covering common misconceptions, selected mental health diagnoses, how to help yourself or someone else who is experiencing a mental health problem in Hong Kong, and how to look after your mental well-being.

Mental Health 101 will cover:

  • The basics of mental health
  • Stigma around mental health
  • The spectrum of mental health
  • Tips on general wellbeing
  • Common Mental Health challenges: Stress, Anxiety and Depression

*Mental Health 101 sessions are conducted by clinical professionals in the mental health field.

We suggest you to take Mental Health 101 before taking our Mental Health First Aid certificate course to get the basic knowledge around mental health. Completion of MHFA training will lead to being internationally certified in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA).

*Please register to the Mental Health First Aid Course directly if you are interested in both courses as it already includes an entry to the current Mental Health 101 session.

Mind HK Mental Health 101 Certificate:

A Full attendance of the Mental Health 101 with the completion of both the pre-survey and post-survey will lead to an e-certificate processed by Mind HK indicating your completion of the course. For more information, please email us at training@mind.org.hk.

For queries , please email training@mind.org.hk.

To learn more about Mind HK and other events, please visit: www.mind.org.hk.