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To wrap up the year, our team at CCC tried our hands at pottery for a team bonding activity 🎨🙌. The process was uncertain at first, messy during — but fruitful eventually. When tasked to help build each other’s pottery pieces, we heard so many repetitions of “she wants a plate!” “a cup! a cup!”, “is this okay for you?”, and “let Soo Jen fix it for us” 🤣😂. What a perfect metaphor for what we do: helping build each other up, checking in during the process, and working towards a common goal. A reminder that it’s okay to not know at first, to trust the process, and to end with unique pieces we can call truly ours. 🧡

It’s Christmas Day! 🎄🤍 From the team at CCC, warmest wishes to you — may your day be bright, and filled with love, rest and intention. While a season of festivity, the celebrations can sometimes be hard too; whether we are missing home, missing someone, being at the cusp of year-end, or simply feeling overwhelmed by all the engagements. Remember - this is, too, a season of rest. 💚

The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and making memories with family. But let’s be honest—it can also stir up some tension. Old patterns, unresolved disagreements, and the pressure to keep everyone happy often surface; especially when talking about relationships, careers, and themes which may be central to your identity. 🎙️ How can you navigate these moments with calm and maturity? Learn about the concept of differentiation and how to hold your own while staying connected to family bonds. 🌟 Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/gNY6uX9f #EmotionalWellness #TheSingaporeanDream #FamilyDynamics #SystemicTherapy

🌏 CCC at the 1st Asia Pacific Population Health Conference 🌏 We joined professionals from across the region at the inaugural Asia Pacific Population Health Conference, where we explored groundbreaking approaches to improving population health. Two key insights that we shared during the conference: 💡 How family therapy can play a crucial role in supporting the mental health of chronic illness patients and their families, providing a foundation for resilience and recovery. 💡 The importance of integrating mental and social care systems for effective rehabilitation of chronic disease in Singapore, fostering a holistic approach to patient well-being. In line with our commitment to continue collaborating with experts and organisations to push the frontiers of population health, here's to building systems that care for both mind and body. #PopulationHealth #FamilyTherapy #ChronicIllnessCare #IntegratedCare #MentalHealth

On 22nd November, we attended the Singapore Counselling & Psychotherapy Symposium organised by Singapore Association for Counselling. Dr Chua represented us in sharing about the current best practices and future developments in systemic counselling and family therapy. It’s always insightful for us to be part of events like these — it reminds us of how we are part of a bigger community, and the need for integration among multi disciplines. We’re encouraged in our mission to continuously meet the needs of the mental well-being of our communities in Singapore. 🙌🏻🍃

Have you received your Certificate from the Singapore Family Therapy Conference? May this reel take you down a throwback! 🎥✨ We were thrilled to see so many familiar and new faces from the systemic therapy circle—practitioners across diverse disciplines coming together for an invigorating time. 💡💬 It was a reminder that we’re never alone in this journey. We all left feeling uplifted and recharged. Big congratulations to everyone who received their certificates—your dedication to growth is truly inspiring. 🎓 Let’s keep the momentum going—because together, we make a difference! 💙

"How do I get out of the rat race?" 🐀💼 In the latest episode of Reality Bites, we explore your questions about escaping the grind and redefining success. Dr. Chua Wei Bin, Clinician and Systemic Therapist, shares insights on the concept of Differentiation, how to develop and find meaning at work, navigating tough conversations, and more. If you’ve ever wondered how to break free and carve out your own path, this one’s for you. Watch the full episode here, live at 7pm tonight: https://lnkd.in/gfzzPJQs Let’s rethink the hustle together—what does success look like to you? Drop your thoughts below! 👇 #RealityBites #SingaporeanDream #CareerGrowth #WorkLifeBalance

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “Ugh! Men just don’t get it”? 🙋♀️ It’s a phrase many of us might have used in frustration — but it’s worth unpacking. November is Men's Health Awareness Month 🧔🏻♂️💙 We thought it'd be a good idea to do some deep diving into men’s mental health, and realised that it’s not about not getting it. Often, it’s about societal norms that have made it harder for men to express vulnerability, seek help, or even recognise when they’re struggling. 💭 The stats speak for themselves: men are often less likely to seek help for mental health challenges, which can lead to devastating consequences. So, let’s reframe the conversation: 💡 Instead of saying “Men just don’t get it,” can we ask, “What support might they need to feel understood?” 💡 Instead of judging silence, can we create spaces where vulnerability feels safe and celebrated? Men's mental health isn't just a men's issue — it’s something we all need to champion. 💙 What can we do to foster safer spaces for men to share openly? Share your thoughts or experiences—we’d love to hear what resonates with you! #MensHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma

Inaugural CCS 2024 @ Lifespring Jakarta 🌿 We’re excited to kick off the Inaugural CCS 2024 in Jakarta! Hosted at Lifespring Jakarta, this 4-day overseas training is designed to offer in-depth supervision training as part of CCC’s ongoing regional training initiatives — participants walked away with valuable skills and knowledge to enhance their supervisory practices. It’s always an incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with peers in the field of supervision, furthering our commitment to excellence in training and development. Thank you for having us, Lifespring Jakarta!

Three weeks ago, we hosted the inaugural Singapore Family Therapy Conference in conjunction with Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) and OCTAVE Institute Limited, featuring Guest of Honour Mr. Eric Chua, who emphasised the family as part of an interconnected system. With over 300 participants, we engaged in two days of workshops, seminars, and keynote sessions with local and international practitioners such as . Missed this run? Here’s a snapshot of the key takeaways: 1.⁠ ⁠Collaboration & Collective Effort 🤝🏻🌐 Participants shared candidly about the pressures of balancing funder, client, and policy demands, and how complex casework can lead to burnout and turnover. Despite these challenges, the conference sparked a powerful exchange of insights and cross-sector collaboration — from Singapore Prison Service and Family Justice Courts to Ministry of Social and Family Development, Singapore (MSF) and Institute of Mental Health. Our trainers from Hong Kong, Canada, America and Australia were also present to share their insights. Together, we felt the strength of a community dedicated to systemic practice. 2.⁠ ⁠Finding a Shared Language 👥 Highlighting the difficulty of conveying the value of systemic therapy across disciplines, Mai from Hayaa' Network and Siew Noi, who's had over 2 decades of experience in FSCs, shared their honest reflections on how pursuing this practice requires years and decades of commitment, accountability and patience. Both pioneers of the systemic practice, they encouraged many to stay committed, knowing others are pursuing the same vision. 3.⁠ ⁠Moving Forward with Hope 👣💫 The hope of this conference was truly to bring a community of people who believe in the same practice together — and we think that mission was accomplished. Many of us left with renewed optimism, a vision to broaden systemic practice across sectors, and more importantly - to build a supportive ecosystem for Singapore’s communities. Thank you for bringing your enthusiasm to this Conference!  - If you’d like to learn more about Systemic Practice with CCC, we’ve just opened our January intake for 2025’s courses. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gqcDzMY5 We hope to see more of you soon 🙌🏻 #SingaporeFamilyTherapyConference #Therapy #SystemicPractice