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Lectures (Non-SSG Registered)
As an established counselling academy, ECTA is committed to offering high-quality short-courses to help both new and experienced helping professionals enhance their counselling support competencies. If you are a psychotherapist, counsellor, para-counsellor, social worker, psychologist or have a professional responsibility supporting the psycho-emotional wellbeing of another person, you may wish to expand your “toolkit” of modalities and approaches. This is your opportunity to do so.
All ECTA short-courses listed below are facilitated by experienced clinical practitioners qualified to teach up to Masters Degree level. Register now to secure your place for any of these short-courses.
Topics Covered Under Lectures
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Topic
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Synopsis
In Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, therapists help people review their emotions, beliefs, early-life experiences, so that they are able to acquire insight into their maladaptive patterns and defense mechanisms that have formed over time, and which may be causing present-day problems in their lives. Transference, which is the transferring of one’s feelings for a parent, for example, onto the counsellor, can also help illuminate the early relationship experiences of a client and how they affect his / her present day relationships. This intimate look at interpersonal relationships can help a client to see his or her part in relationship patterns and empower him or her to transform that dynamic.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Understand the fundamental principles of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
– Know how Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is used in Counselling Case Management
– Use the framework of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Counselling Practice
– Understand the fundamental principles of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
– Know how Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is used in Counselling Case Management
– Use the framework of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in Counselling Practice
Facilitator
Dr Samuel Cheng Eng Teck, Mr Lew Zhen Wei, Dr Andre Tay Teck Sng, Dr Glen Cedric Roche TzeLee, Dr Sanjiv Nair Sasidharan
Total Training Hours
22 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 17 May 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 6 pm
Date: 24 May 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 6 pm
Date: 31 May 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 4 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$763.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Topic
Narrative Therapy
Synopsis
Throughout a person’s life, personal experiences are transformed into personal stories that are given meaning and help shape a person’s identity. In articulating and framing those stories in the context of counselling, Narrative Therapy separates the person from the problem and encourages people to rely on their own skill sets to resolve the problems that exist in their everyday lives. In this regard, Narrative therapy places the client in the position of the narrator of his / her own life, and utilizes the power of the client’s personal stories to discover his / her life purpose.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– understand the concept and process of Narrative Therapy
– know the strengths and limitations of Narrative Therapy in Counselling Case Management
– apply Narrative Therapy to Counselling Case Management
– understand the concept and process of Narrative Therapy
– know the strengths and limitations of Narrative Therapy in Counselling Case Management
– apply Narrative Therapy to Counselling Case Management
Facilitator
Ms Ee Cheng Lian Vivian
Total Training Hours
9 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 4 August 2025 (Monday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Date: 7 August 2025 (Thursday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Date: 13 August 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$228.90 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Topic
Reality Therapy
Synopsis
Reality Therapy is founded on the principles of Choice Theory. It proposes that all human issues occur when one or more of five basic psychological needs are not met, and that an individual can only control his or her own behaviour through conscious decision-making. The founder of Reality Therapy, William Glasser, believed that when someone makes choices to change his or her own behavior, rather than attempting to change someone else’s, that person will be more successful at attaining his or her desires. The Reality Therapy approach to counselling and problem-solving focuses on the present situation and how the client can create a better future, instead of concentrating at length on the past. Typically, clients seek to discover what they really want and whether their current behaviour is actually bringing them nearer to, or further away from, that goal.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– understand the concept and process of Reality Therapy
– know the strengths and limitations of Reality Therapy in Counselling Case Management
– apply Reality Therapy to Counselling Case Management
– understand the concept and process of Reality Therapy
– know the strengths and limitations of Reality Therapy in Counselling Case Management
– apply Reality Therapy to Counselling Case Management
Facilitator
Sister Elizabeth Tham
Total Training Hours
21 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 12 June 2025 (Thursday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Date: 13 June 2025 (Friday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Date: 14 June 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$724.85 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Topic
Transactional Analysis (TA) Psychotherapy
Synopsis
Transactional Analysis (TA) Psychotherapy was developed by Dr Eric Berne in the 1950’s, and is based on three philosophical tenets: First, that people are fundamentally OK. Second, that everyone (apart from the severely brain-damaged) has the capacity to think. And third, that people decide on their own destiny and those decisions can be changed. A core theory in TA is the Ego State model, which comprises the Parent, Adult, and Child parts of a person’s personality structure. Other clinical applications may also involve Script Analysis, Strokes, Structural Analysis, Game Analysis, and Life Positions. Using these approaches, TA seeks to help individuals gain greater self-awareness of their own internal processes, and how these processes influence their sense of self, and their interaction with other people in their life.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– appreciate the basic framework of Transactional Analysis (TA)
– apply the key TA concepts effectively in case management
– conceptualise and support common issues using TA strategies
– understand strengths and limitations of TA
– appreciate the basic framework of Transactional Analysis (TA)
– apply the key TA concepts effectively in case management
– conceptualise and support common issues using TA strategies
– understand strengths and limitations of TA
Facilitator
Dr Jessica Leong
Total Training Hours
16 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 18 October 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Date: 24 October 2025 (Friday)
Time: 9 am to 5 p m
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$490.50 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Topic
Solution – Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Synopsis
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) focuses on a client’s future possibilities and the solutions that can help him or her achieve them, rather than the challenges and problems that brought him or her to seek counselling in the first place. This emphasis, and the relatively short number of therapy sessions envisaged for typical cases, sets SFBT apart from many other major psychotherapeutic approaches. Other key features of SFBT include clear, concise, and realistic goal-setting, and the structured and systematic conversational approach adopted by the SFBT therapist.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to: – appreciate the basic framework of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) – apply the key SFBT techniques effectively in case management – conceptualise and support common counselling issues using structured SFBT strategies – understand strengths and limitations of SFBT
Facilitator
Dr Jane Tuomola
Total Training Hours
14 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 21 April 2025 (Monday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Date: 23 April 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$425.10 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Topic
Person – Centered Therapy (PCT)
Synopsis
Person-Centered Therapy (PCT) is a humanistic theory of psychotherapy developed by Carl Rogers, and is widely-regarded as a major influence on most modern psychotherapeutic approaches and schools of thought. PCT emphasises the cultivation of a client’s internal resources through the quality of the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client. In this regard, the PCT therapist is encouraged to assume the three “core conditions” of empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard for their client.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– understand the core conditions of Person – Centered Therapy (PCT) – a humanistic approach to counselling
– use the Person-Centered approach to establish the therapeutic relationship with clients
– use Person-Centered therapeutic relationship to strengthen the “being” of a client
– understand the core conditions of Person – Centered Therapy (PCT) – a humanistic approach to counselling
– use the Person-Centered approach to establish the therapeutic relationship with clients
– use Person-Centered therapeutic relationship to strengthen the “being” of a client
Facilitator
Mr David Blakely
Total Training Hours
6 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 2 April 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Date: 11 April 2025 (Friday)
Time: 6.4 5pm to 9.45 pm
Date: 15 April 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 6.4 5pm to 9.45 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$163.50 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Topic
Redecision Psychotherapy
Synopsis
The Redecision Therapy approach integrates the cognitive framework of Transaction Analysis Theory with the effective principles and methods drawn from Gestalt Therapy. Redecision Therapy is a powerful tool for therapeutic change. It emphasises childhood or early decisions made at a feeling position. The goal is for the client to decide to think, feel, and behave differently, in ways that they had not permitted themselves to before. To think, feel, and behave differently means changing the original Script Decision and making a Redecision.
Learner’s Outcome
– Understand the fundamental principles of Redecision Psychotherapy
– Demonstrate how Redecision Psychotherapy is used in Case Management
– Use the framework of Redecision Psychotherapy in Counselling Practice.
– Demonstrate how Redecision Psychotherapy is used in Case Management
– Use the framework of Redecision Psychotherapy in Counselling Practice.
Facilitator
Dr. Jessica Leong
Total Training Hours
32 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 1 November 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Date: 14 November 2025 (Friday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Date: 26 November 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Date: 28 November 2025 (Friday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 1100.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Topic
Rapport and Counselling Relationship
Synopsis
Rapport and Counselling Relationship explores the fundamental dynamics of establishing and maintaining strong therapeutic alliances between counsellors and clients. It emphasizes the significance of rapport in building trust, empathy, and collaboration within counselling. It covers various aspects such as understanding rapport, strategies for building trust and empathy, cultural sensitivity, maintaining rapport throughout therapy, and ethical considerations. Overall, it offers valuable insights and practical tools for counsellors to cultivate strong therapeutic alliances that support meaningful growth and change in their clients.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– conduct the first interview with clients
– use the “6 Cs Model” in the change process
– refer clients for further interventions
– conduct the first interview with clients
– use the “6 Cs Model” in the change process
– refer clients for further interventions
Facilitator
Dr Jessica Leong, PhD (Counselling Psychology), MA (Counselling) and MSc (TA Psychotherapy)
Total Training Hours
17 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 4 October 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Date: 7 October 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 400.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
Dual mode of delivery – in-person as well as in ZOOM
Target Audience
Educators; professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Marital Family Therapy
Synopsis
Marital Family Therapy offers a comprehensive exploration of counselling techniques designed to address relationship challenges and enhance marital satisfaction. It begins by dissecting the intricacies of marital dynamics, including communication styles and conflict resolution methods. Through thorough assessment and diagnosis, therapists gain insight into the unique dynamics of each couple’s relationship. Drawing from research and clinical practice, it outlines evidence-based interventions tailored to specific issues such as infidelity, parenting conflicts, and substance abuse. Cultural competence and sensitivity are emphasized to navigate the diversity of couples and relationships effectively. It also guides therapists in the termination process, ensuring couples are equipped to navigate challenges post-therapy. Overall, Marital Therapy equips therapists with practical strategies and cultural considerations to support couples in building healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Recognise the common presenting issues in marriages and family settings
– Conceptualise causes of marital and family problems
– Have an overview of at least two common psychotherapeutic approaches to marital or family therapy
– Support marital family issues using the Bowen Systemic Family Therapy
– Understand strengths and limitations of Marital and Family Therapy
– Recognise the common presenting issues in marriages and family settings
– Conceptualise causes of marital and family problems
– Have an overview of at least two common psychotherapeutic approaches to marital or family therapy
– Support marital family issues using the Bowen Systemic Family Therapy
– Understand strengths and limitations of Marital and Family Therapy
Facilitator
Ms Choo Siew Noi, MSc (Family Therapy) and BA (Social Work)
Total Training Hours
12 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 25 June 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Date: 28 June 2025 (Saturday),
Time: 9 am to 6 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 400.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
Dual mode of delivery – in-person as well as in ZOOM
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Introduction to Motivational Interviewing
Synopsis
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a client-centered approach aimed at facilitating behaviour change by addressing ambivalence. It outlines foundational principles and techniques, emphasizing the therapist’s collaborative and empathetic stance. Through open-ended questions and reflective listening, therapists help clients explore motivations for change and empower them to make informed decisions. The stages of change model guides tailored interventions at each stage of readiness. With applications across diverse settings, including substance abuse treatment and healthcare, MI promotes ethical practice and ongoing learning to enhance client outcomes. Overall, it provides therapists with effective tools for fostering meaningful and sustainable change in their clients’ lives.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– have an overview of the spirit and assumptions that inform the Motivational Interviewing (MI) counselling approach.
– have some foundational understanding of the strategies and techniques being used in MI to reduce resistance during counselling sessions.
– have some foundational understanding of the strategies and techniques being used in MI to increase clients’ intrinsic motivation to change.
– have an overview of the spirit and assumptions that inform the Motivational Interviewing (MI) counselling approach.
– have some foundational understanding of the strategies and techniques being used in MI to reduce resistance during counselling sessions.
– have some foundational understanding of the strategies and techniques being used in MI to increase clients’ intrinsic motivation to change.
Facilitator
Mr Benjamin Yeo
Total Training Hours
10 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 16 May 2025 (Friday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Date: 23 May 2025 (Friday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Date: 30 May 2025 (Friday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 245.25 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
Dual mode of delivery – in-person as well as in ZOOM
Target Audience
Educators; professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Counselling Persons with Sensory, Intellectual Developmental, and Physical Challenges
Synopsis
Counselling Persons with Sensory, Intellectual Developmental, and Physical Challenges is a comprehensive guide for counsellors working with individuals with disabilities. It covers a range of topics including understanding diverse challenges, cultural sensitivity, assessment, tailored interventions, empowerment, advocacy, collaboration, and ethical considerations. It emphasizes the importance of adopting a holistic approach and providing culturally competent care to support clients in overcoming challenges and maximizing their potential.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Know the definition of disability
– Understand the issues of significance related to clients with disabilities
– Understand clients with disabilities and their family dynamics
– Know the definition of disability
– Understand the issues of significance related to clients with disabilities
– Understand clients with disabilities and their family dynamics
Facilitator
Ms Cassandra Chiu, Masters in Professional Counselling
Total Training Hours
3 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 17 July 2025 (Thursday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 80.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
Dual mode of delivery – in-person as well as in ZOOM
Target Audience
Educators; professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Addiction Counselling
Synopsis
Addiction Counselling provides a thorough exploration of the theory, techniques, and strategies used in counselling individuals grappling with addiction. It covers the understanding of addiction’s complex factors, assessment and diagnosis, personalized treatment planning, and therapeutic approaches such as cognitive-behavioural therapy and motivational interviewing. It also addresses relapse prevention, cultural competence, and ethical considerations. Ultimately, Addiction Counselling equips counsellors with the knowledge and tools needed to support clients in their recovery journey towards sobriety and long-term well-being.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Know what is addiction in case management.
– Know the DSM Criteria and definition of addictions.
– Know about the addiction models (Bio Psychosocial model).
– Counselling modalities or interventions used to help clients with addictions issues.
– Understand the different types of addictions (Substance and Behavioural).
– Identify clients who need referral to the Community resources for further interventions.
– Know the law associated with addictions (Illicit drug use and controlled drugs).
– Know what is addiction in case management.
– Know the DSM Criteria and definition of addictions.
– Know about the addiction models (Bio Psychosocial model).
– Counselling modalities or interventions used to help clients with addictions issues.
– Understand the different types of addictions (Substance and Behavioural).
– Identify clients who need referral to the Community resources for further interventions.
– Know the law associated with addictions (Illicit drug use and controlled drugs).
Facilitator
Mr SB Viknesan, MSocSc (Counselling), Grad Dip (Educational Psychology) and BSc (Psychology)
Total Training Hours
9 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date:25 October 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 6 pm
Venue
Zoom
Fees
$ 250.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
ZOOM
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Generic Counselling Skills for Helping Professionals
Synopsis
Generic Counselling Skills for Helping Professionals is a practical guide that covers essential techniques for effective counselling. It explores micro-skills like active listening and paraphrasing through clear explanations, case examples, and interactive exercises. It helps counsellors apply these skills in different contexts to build strong relationships with clients and facilitate positive outcomes. Suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals, it offers valuable insights to enhance counselling proficiency and client progress.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Use micro-skills in the counselling process
– Be able to integrate micro-skills in the process of building the therapeutic alliance.
– Be able to integrate micro-skills in the problem-management process
– Use micro-skills in the counselling process
– Be able to integrate micro-skills in the process of building the therapeutic alliance.
– Be able to integrate micro-skills in the problem-management process
Facilitator
Dr Augustine Tan, PhD (Counsellor Education and Supervision), MA (Counselling), LLB (Hons)
Total Training Hours
16 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: TBA
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 580.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
Dual mode of delivery – in-person as well as in ZOOM
Target Audience
Educators; Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Depression
Synopsis
This topic is a comprehensive exploration of the causes, symptoms, and treatment of depression. It blends scientific research, personal stories, and therapeutic strategies to provide a deep understanding of this mental health condition. It covers various treatment options, including therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, and support systems, aiming to empower individuals and their loved ones with the knowledge and tools to manage and overcome depression.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Know the definition of Depression Disorders using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition produced by the American Psychological Association, or International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems 10th Edition produced by the World Health Organisation
– Recognise the different types of Depression Disorders.
– Manage Depression Disorders from a counselling perspective
– Become familiar with common medications used to treat Depression Disorders
– Know when to refer counselling clients for medical assessment and treatment
– Know the definition of Depression Disorders using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition produced by the American Psychological Association, or International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems 10th Edition produced by the World Health Organisation
– Recognise the different types of Depression Disorders.
– Manage Depression Disorders from a counselling perspective
– Become familiar with common medications used to treat Depression Disorders
– Know when to refer counselling clients for medical assessment and treatment
Facilitator
Dr Tan Sheng Neng, M.Med (Psychiatry), Master of Clinical Investigation and MBBS
Total Training Hours
6 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 16 Apr 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 6.45pm to 9.45pm
Date: 23 Apr 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 6.45pm to 9.45pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 400.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
Dual mode of delivery – in-person as well as in ZOOM
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Anxiety
Synopsis
This topic offers a comprehensive exploration of anxiety disorders, including their causes, symptoms, and impact. Through a blend of scientific research and personal narratives, the book provides practical advice and evidence-based strategies for managing anxiety effectively. From cognitive-behavioural techniques to mindfulness practices, readers gain insights into coping mechanisms and lifestyle adjustments that promote resilience and healing. With its compassionate approach, this topic aims to empower individuals to navigate their anxiety journey with confidence and reclaim control over their lives.
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Know the definition of various Anxiety Disorders using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition produced by the American Psychological Association, or International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems 10th Edition produced by the World Health Organisation
– Understand the counselling issues related to Anxiety Disorders
– Recognise the different types of Anxiety Disorders
– Manage Anxiety Disorders from a counselling perspective
– Become familiar with common medications used to treat anxiety disorders
– Know when to refer counselling clients for medical assessment and treatment
– Know the definition of various Anxiety Disorders using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition produced by the American Psychological Association, or International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems 10th Edition produced by the World Health Organisation
– Understand the counselling issues related to Anxiety Disorders
– Recognise the different types of Anxiety Disorders
– Manage Anxiety Disorders from a counselling perspective
– Become familiar with common medications used to treat anxiety disorders
– Know when to refer counselling clients for medical assessment and treatment
Facilitator
Dr Tan Sheng Neng
Total Training Hours
6 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 8 Apr 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 6.45pm to 9.45pm
Date: 10 Apr 2025 (Thursday)
Time: 6.45pm to 9.45pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 400.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
Dual mode of delivery – in-person as well as in ZOOM
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
An Appreciation of Cultural Diversity and Inclusivity from a Counselling Perspective
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Define what is Cultural Diversity, Inclusivity & multiculturalism sensitivity in the counselling profession
– Identify primary barriers to effective counselling in diverse cultural situations
– Discern differences in “Identity Formation” of majority and minority groups in a diverse and inclusive society (Multicultural society)
– Examine cultural variations in verbal and non-verbal communication
– Define what is Cultural Diversity, Inclusivity & multiculturalism sensitivity in the counselling profession
– Identify primary barriers to effective counselling in diverse cultural situations
– Discern differences in “Identity Formation” of majority and minority groups in a diverse and inclusive society (Multicultural society)
– Examine cultural variations in verbal and non-verbal communication
Facilitator
Mr Bernard Mackenzie
Total Training Hours
6 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 2 June 2025 (Monday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Date: 4 June 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$ 163.50 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Inclusion, Non-Discriminatory and Embracing Diversity
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Relevance of learning about Diversity and having Multi-Cultural Competence
– Understanding of Diversity and Equity
– Recognising and Reducing Harm
– Relevance of learning about Diversity and having Multi-Cultural Competence
– Understanding of Diversity and Equity
– Recognising and Reducing Harm
Facilitator
Mr Karl Desouza
Total Training Hours
3 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 17 June 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Venue
Zoom
Fees
$ 81.75 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Writing of Case Reports and Progress Notes
Learner’s Outcome
Upon completion, learners should be able to:
– Be able to write counselling case reports and case notes
– Be aware of the reasons for record-keeping
– Be able to understand the ethical guidelines of documentation for safeguarding and maintaining accurate record-keeping
– Be able to write counselling case reports and case notes
– Be aware of the reasons for record-keeping
– Be able to understand the ethical guidelines of documentation for safeguarding and maintaining accurate record-keeping
Facilitator
Dr Augustine Tan
Total Training Hours
3 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 27 June 2025 (Friday)
Time: 6.45 pm to 9.45 pm
Venue
In-Person
Fees
$ 81.75 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Counselling for Couples and Families by Mr Benny Bong
Synopsis
Theoretical Foundations
- Be familiar with the family life cycle and the transgenerational theory.
- Understand the idea of systemic couple and family counselling, including cybernetics, systems, and rules.
- Demonstrate understanding of the core ideas of family systems theory.
Family Therapy Approaches
- Be able to apply strategic family therapy approaches appropriately, such as trans-generational, structural, and family therapy.
Affair and Relationship Dynamics
- Understand what constitutes an affair.
- Demonstrate awareness of the impact of an affair on the victim, children, and the perpetrator.
- Understand the stages of an affair.
- Be familiar with interventions, such as how to end an affair and rebuild the relationship
Practical Skills
- . Skills connected to the Transgenertional and Structural Models, such as:
- The construction of genogram
- Use of enactment
- Unbalancing skills
Facilitator
Mr Benny Bong
Total Training Hours
28 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 28 Jun 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9am to 5pm
Date: 4 Jul 2025 (Friday)
Time: 9am to 5pm
Date: 5 Jul 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9am to 5pm
Date: 8 Jul 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 5.45pm to 9.45pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$1000.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
In-person
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Counselling for Couples and Families by Ms Choo Siew Noi
Synopsis
Theoretical Foundations
- Appreciate the impact of cultural diversity on couple and family therapy.
- Have an overview of at least two common psychotherapeutic approaches to marital or family therapy.
- Understand strengths and limitations of Marital and Family Therapy.
Family Therapy Approaches
- Be able to apply various types of family therapy approaches appropriately, such as experiential and Milan
- Be aware of the challenges posed by various family therapy approaches and manage them effectively.
Practical Skills
- Be proficient in constructing genograms.
- Recognize the common presenting issues in marriages and family settings.
- Conceptualize causes of marital and family problems.
- Support marital family issues using the Bowen Systemic Family Therapy
Facilitator
Ms Choo Siew Noi
Total Training Hours
28 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 12 Jul 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9am to 5pm
Date: 19 Jul 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9am to 5pm
Date: 22 Jul 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 9am to 5pm
Date: 24 Jul 2025 (Thursday)
Time: 5.45pm to 9.45pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$1000.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
In-person
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
Topic
Counselling for Couples and Families by Ms Nicola Trenorden
Synopsis
Impact of Trauma and Abuse to Families
- Demonstrate awareness of the impact of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, and mental illness on family therapy intervention.
- Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between family violence, abuse, and control.
- Be able to identify the psycho-social impact of family violence.
- Be aware of the principles of safe practice when working on cases relating to family violence.
Facilitator
Ms Nicola Trenorden
Total Training Hours
28 hours
Schedule
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
(Participants have to
attend all lectures to be
awarded the Certificate)
Date: 31 Jul 2025 (Thursday)
Time: 1pm to 7pm
Date: 1 Aug 2025 (Friday)
Time: 9am to 6pm
Date: 2 Aug 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 9am to 6pm
Date: 5 Aug 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 5.45pm to 9.45pm
Venue
Executive Counselling and Training Academy, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01/02 Singapore 248922
Fees
$1000.00 (with GST) (All prices will be subjected to change without prior notice)
Award
Certificate of Attendance (awarded by Executive Counselling and Training Academy)
Mode of Delivery
In-person
Target Audience
Professionals in medical and social sectors
