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Psychological Wellness Workshops

The Counselling and Wellness Section (CWS) of the Student Affairs Office (SAO) has prepared various psychological wellness workshops for you to strengthen your intra-personal and inter-personal growth.

 

Take a look at the workshops we offer and register for those that sound interesting to you!

Workshops in September: Registration will start on 27 Aug 2024.
Workshops in October: Registration will start on 19 Sept 2024.
Workshops in November: Registration will start on 22 Oct 2024.

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There are 10 workshops in total prepared for you in the 2024/25 Semester 1.
Mark the registration date of the workshop(s) that you are interested in!


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Important notes:  

  1. The enrolment of workshops will be closed 3 working days prior to the commencement of the workshop.
  2. Students on the waiting list will be notified of successful enrolment when vacancies are available.
  3. Workshops with enrolment number below 10 will be cancelled.
  4. If you would like to deregister from a workshop after the registration period, please send us an email at least 1 working day prior to the commencement of the workshop. For those who fail to attend the workshop without prior notice, you will NOT be eligible to enroll in other workshops in that semester
  5. If you have any special requests, please contact us at stud.counselling@polyu.edu.hk.
  6. Arrangements During Bad Weather: We follow the University’s guidelines on class arrangements during bad weather.  You may find relevant guidelines at the following website: https://www.polyu.edu.hk/ar/web/en/arrangements-during-bad-weather/index.html
  7. For other 'points to note', please click this link.

Workshops in Previous Years

Talk: Gratitude Sharing by Animal-assisted Therapist

Date: 19 March 2024

Time: 12.30 - 13.45

Venue: TU103

Guest speaker: Ms Debbie Ngai (Certified Animal Assisted Therapist)  

Content: 

  • Heartwarming connection between humans and animals
  • Unlock a sense of appreciation and gratitude 

 

Workshop 1: Photo Therapy

Cantonese session

Date: 7 March 2024

Time: 14.00-16.00

Venue: CD304

 

English session

Date: 11 March 2024

Time: 16.00-18.00

Venue: BC202

 

Content: 

  • Capture the beauty of gratitude
  • A captivating journey of self-discovery  

 

Workshop 2: Music Therapy

Cantonese session

Date: 14 March 2024

Time: 14.30-16.00

Venue: CD304

 

English session

Date: 15 March 2024

Time: 14.30-16.00

Venue: BC404

Content: 

  • Experience the healing power of gratitude through music
  • Awaken the senses through the rhythm and melodies

Part 1:

+VE Power Up – Self-compassion

Date: 28 – 29 September 2023 (Thurs & Fri)

Time: 12.00 - 14.00

Venue: PQ Wing Podium

Target: ALL PolyU students

Content: 

  • Booths and exhibition with fun games 
  • Delightful refreshment
  • Exclusive gifts and souvenirs

 

Part 2:
Talk: Mindful Self-compassion

Guest speaker: Ms Carmen Liu (Registered Clinical Psychologist (HKPS); Member of the Registered Clinical Psychologist [Department of Health of HKSAR]; MSC informed psychotherapist)

Date: 6 October 2023 (Fri)

Time: 14.00 - 15.30

Venue: FJ304

Language: English

Target: ALL PolyU students

Quota: 80

Content: 

  • Cultivating self-kindness, embracing our common humanity, and fostering mindfulness
  • Live demonstrations and guided exercises to develop and enhance well-being


Part 3:

Workshop: Mindful Coffee   

(Cantonese session)

Date: 3 October 2023 (Tue)

Time: 15.30-17.30

Venue: BC201

 

(English session)

Date: 9 October 2023 (Mon)

Time: 15.30-17.30

Venue: Z204


Target: ALL PolyU students

Quota: 20 per session

Content: 

  • Practise mindful breathing with coffee
  • Find relaxation through the sensory experience

 

Workshop: Animal-assisted Therapy  

(English session)

Date: 16 October 2023 (Mon)

Time: 16.00-17.00

Venue: U208

 

(Cantonese session)

Date: 24 October 2023 (Tue)

Time: 15.00-16.00

Venue: BC201

 

Target: ALL PolyU students

Quota: 12 per session

Content: 

  • Discover the power of self-compassion with animal(s)
  • Experience the incredible bond between humans and animal(s)

 

Workshop: Aromatherapy   

(Cantonese session)

 Date: 19 October 2023 (Thurs)

Time: 15.30-17.30

Venue: Z407

 

(English session)

 Date: 26 October 2023 (Thurs)

Time: 15.30-17.30

Venue: P305


Target: ALL PolyU students

Quota: 20 per session

Content: 

  • Incorporate essential oils into self-massage practice
  • Embrace relaxation and self-care
 

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