线上
Welcome to the OPEN HOUSE OF the School of Counselling
(English Programme)
13–17 FEBRUARY 2023
The School of Counselling (English) at Singapore Bible College invites you to attend our lectures online for free from 13-17 February, Singapore time. The Faculty and some friends of the School of Counselling will be giving lectures and sharing their insights on current issues, as well as counselling concepts, approaches and skills. A freewill offering will be collected during the event.
注解： No certificate of attendance will be issued for Counselling Week webinars.
What's new?
Besides having a taste of an SBC student’s life and sampling our courses, we are organising a Q&A time (also online) for prospective students who wish to find out more about the Graduate Diploma in Counselling (GDC) and Master of Arts in Counselling programme (MAC), the preparation required and other similar questions.
DAY TALKS & EVENING SESSIONS
Monday, 13 Feb 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
An Ode to Singleness - Celebrating Vibrancy and Sexual Goodness
Single people often feel isolated by the misconception (sadly shared by both married and single people alike) that single people live an asexual existence with an ever-present need to suppress their sexuality. This is not only an affront to single people but also, in biblical terms, incorrect. This talk seeks to bring single people into the larger Christian community of those who are married and thereby jointly celebrate and vibrantly witness the goodness of sexuality as God has planned for all.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Marital Recovery in the Face of Infidelity
Marital infidelity is a huge crisis confronting some couples. For couples choosing to reconcile, the questions of whether it is possible to overcome their hurts, learn to trust again, and reconnect, are certainly some of many.
This webinar will offer some suggestions on how couple counsellors can address these questions and manage other challenges confronting working with this issue.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Biblical, Pastoral and Psychological Perspectives on Human Sexuality
This webinar will explore biblical, pastoral and psychological views on human sexuality. Dr. Samuel Law and Mr. Benny Bong will discuss the implications of those views along with the tensions in pastoral and counselling settings.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
Tuesday, 14 Feb 2023
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
W.H.A.T.’s in it for you? Multicultural Ideas and Alternative Views
This webinar will focus on how to foster meaningful conversations in a pluralistic, multi-cultural and diverse community in which we live.
Dr. Fong will share some tips on how Christian counsellors, pastors and ministry workers can skillfully communicate with compassion and sensitivity so as to encourage growth and healing relationships.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Insights in Conversation: The Power of Spiritual Friendship
In a world of uncertainties, loneliness is a silent killer among young and old. Yet studies show how nurturing relationships can alleviate sadness and help one thrive amid hardship. In this session, Dr. Esther Law, Ms. Bee Wah Tan and Ms. Crystal Yeap share how their spiritual friendship had helped them survive emotional and mental challenges these past three years.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Pastoral Conversations on S377A: Christian Engagement in the Public Square
Much has been said in the past year (both domestically and internationally) on the repealing of S377A and the amending of the Constitution to protect the definition of marriage – and responses have come from all walks of life; from the leaders of multi-million dollar corporations to the man on the street.
How should a Christian respond especially in our spheres of influence: work, school and families? Join us as we converse and unpack the various implications many of us face in our world today.
Topics of discussion: (i) Christian engagement in the public square (ii) Beyond S377A (iii) Conversion therapy: Pastoral concerns on policies and counselling
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
Wednesday, 15 Feb 2023
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Counselling Older Adults: An Overview
In 2015, one in eight Singaporeans was 65 years or older. By 2030, this will increase to one in four. Practice and research reveal that older adults experience a myriad of issues related to ageing which may require counselling interventions, such as depression, anxiety, bereavement, loss of functional abilities, health concerns, retirement, loss of financial independence, social isolation, intergenerational and marital conflicts, etc.
These can sometimes be compounded by their life experiences over the decades. As such, the counselling of older adults requires specific knowledge and finesse. This webinar will discuss key age-associated changes, provide an overview of common counselling issues of older adults, and present an evidence-based indigenous model for effective counselling interventions.
Whilst the focus of this webinar is on older adults residing in Singapore, many of the issues and concerns, as well as the counselling model, are likely to be relevant/applicable to older adults in other Asian contexts too.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
SELF CARE: PREVENTING COMPASSION FATIGUE AND BURNOUT
Amidst the many demands placed on us, whether it is through caring for others or the demands of work, school, family, etc, how do we create the awareness and take the time needed to care for ourselves? This webinar will look at how we can care for ourselves: body, soul, and spirit… so that we may hold out hope and healing for others.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Sex Addiction
Sex addiction is not an easy thing to talk about for strugglers and for those around them who are affected by it. Dr. Winslow, who is an addictions specialist, will explain the dynamics of addiction and specifically on sex addiction and its tragic effects on relationships.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
Thursday, 16 Feb 2023
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Enhancing Mental Health of Children and Teenagers
Mental health and emotional well-being – these terms have been appearing more frequently in the news and social media, and are of concern to many. Identifying the physical needs of our children and teenagers may be easy. However, recognising their mental and emotional needs may be less straightforward.
This webinar will share about identifying key indicators of mental health wellness and resilience in children and teenagers. It will discuss practical ways to enhance their mental health, thereby maintaining positivity within the household, increasing family bonding, and strengthening family relationships.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Significance of Attachment in Trauma and Healing
Early attachment experiences with our parents are imprinted in us and shape who we are. Studies have shown that these experiences, whether secure or traumatic, continue to play out in all aspects of our lives, namely, relationships, emotions, feelings, and behaviour, reinforcing our sense of security or trauma. How then, do trauma patients heal, and what contributes to healing?
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
Friday, 17 Feb 2023
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Trauma, Addiction and the Brain
In this webinar, the causes of psychological trauma, the change in the brain’s reward pathways, and how to heal these pathways through counselling are explained. We will explore how the traumatised person may deal with emotional pain by abusing a substance or a process to self-soothe, and how this addictive behaviour bypasses the brain’s emotional regulation centre and results in damage to the brain.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
The Power of the Horse in Therapy: Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) is an experiential form of therapy that involves working with horses to address issues resulting from the traumatic effects of abuse, neglect, grief and loss, depression, anxiety and other adverse life circumstances. In Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) we are working with clients to create secure attachment patterns with the horse which translates into relational patterns with others.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Prospective Students Q&A
Dr. Linda Bubod, Dean
Esther Tan, Faculty
Cathy Livingston, Internship Coordinator
Jack Huang, Current Student
Ingres, Alumna - Master of Arts in Counselling
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: 06 FEB 2023
Registration is closed.
