Description
Based on experience training more than 30,000 peer and professional counselors to serve
thousands of Chinese and their families in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore,
Malaysia, Europe, and North America, this presenter will explore ways to overcome mental
health stigma and share the key elements of a 12-session, skill-based program (which integrates
biblical principles and active ingredients of evidence-based therapy approaches) that enhances
emotional intelligence, affect-regulation, personal growth, and relationship strength. This
workshop was selected as a plenary session presented during the 2016 American Psychological
Association convention. The practical tips to be shared are applicable to people from all ethnic
backgrounds.
Presented by: Wei-Jen Huang, Ph.D.
Learning Objectives
Participants will:
- Explore ways to overcome cultural barriers regarding help-seeking and promote connections, growth, and lifelong learning
- Learn strategies in helping multicultural clients develop emotional intelligence, conflict management, and relationship enhancement skills
- Study the key elements of a skill-based program (which integrates biblical principles and active ingredients of evidence-based therapy approaches) that have enhanced emotional self-regulation and relationship healing among thousands of Asians and their families
