Charting the Future of Counselling: Insights from Academia, Industry, and Clinical Practice

Sunway University is proud to host a thought-provoking panel session designed to spotlight the Masters of Counselling (Clinical Mental Health) programme and guide aspiring counsellors on their professional journey.

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This session brings together renowned experts from academia, industry, and clinical practice to explore:

1. The evolving landscape of mental health and counselling

2. The essential skills and values of competent, ethical counsellors

3. The integration of academic learning with real-world clinical and industry demands

4. The future of counselling in a post-pandemic, AI-driven world

Meet the Esteemed Panellists:

1. Prof. Siti Aisyah Binti Hassan – UPM academic and expert in counselling & psychotherapy

2. Mr Justin Victor – Registered counsellor & former Chairman, Befrienders KL

3. Prof. Susie See Ching Mey – Clinical counselling expert, Hospital Loh Guan Lye

4. Mr Raymond Lee – Founder of Element Therapy Services & EAP trainer

5. Assoc. Prof. Dr Pei Boon Ooi – Programme Leader & Moderator

    

Date: 30th July 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Venue: HLAC 1, Level 5, Sunway University

Who Should Attend:

1. Future postgraduate students exploring counselling as a career

2. Undergraduate students in psychology and related fields

3. Current Masters of Counselling (CMH) students

4. Mental health practitioners seeking professional growth

5. Organised in collaboration with our External Advisory Committee, this session offers both inspiration and practical insights into becoming a registered counsellor in Malaysia.

Let’s shape the future of mental health together.