Exploring the Inner Self: MBCT in Stress Management and X'mas Party

Overview

In the demanding field of mental health, professionals often face significant stress that can impact their well-being and effectiveness. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) offers a valuable approach to managing stress by integrating cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices. This sharing session will introduce Industrial and Organizational Psychology professionals to the principles of MBCT and its effectiveness in fostering self-awareness and emotional regulation in high-pressure environments.

Participants will engage in guided mindfulness exercises designed to promote relaxation and enhance self-awareness. These experiential activities will allow the I/O professionals to experience the benefits of mindfulness firsthand, helping them connect with their inner selves and better understand their stress triggers. Through reflective discussions, attendees will explore healthier coping mechanisms and strategies for responding to stressors with greater clarity, ultimately improving their resilience in the workplace.

The sharing session will also provide practical applications for incorporating MBCT into daily routines, empowering the I/O professionals to manage stress more effectively. A Q&A segment will encourage the sharing of experiences and foster a supportive learning environment. Join us to discover new pathways to stress management and enhance your overall well-being through the exploration of MBCT.

Our Speaker:

Prof. Alex Chan is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the Department of Social Work at Hong Kong Baptist University. He is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society and a full member of the American Psychological Association. Additionally, he is a Registered Social Worker in Hong Kong and a recognized Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, his research on COVID-19 and related chronic diseases was reviewed and included in the World Health Organization (WHO) COVID-19 database. He also collaborated with local hospitals on HIV/AIDS patient care, aging, and mental health research. Furthermore, he worked to expand IAPT and MBCT interventions to enhance mental health support for aging HIV/AIDS patients in Hong Kong.

Prof. Chan has been using MBCT practice since 2016 and established the first MBCT protocol intervention. He is leading the project among at-risk youth and hospital outpatient clients. He has also provided over 70 training sessions for nursing, public health, and social work professionals on using MBCT. His recent research on MBCT intervention was invited for a panel presentation at the Oxford Mindfulness Gathering 2025. Prof. Chan is currently a Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health and the Royal Society of Medicine.

🩺 Agenda Highlights

🔹Part 1 (19:00-20:00): Exploring the Inner Self: The Role of MBCT in Stress Management

🔹 Part 2 (20:00-22:00) :DIOP Christmas Party 2025

Fees :

DIOP member ($280)

Non-member ($330)

HKPS members will be awarded 1 CEU.*

*Subject to the final decision of the individual divisions.