Two-day online free International workshop on counselling skills began with a positive note from Archbishop Leo Cornelio Svd, the patron Ashadeep. In his opening address he invited all the psychologists, teachers and parents to understand the importance of mental health to experience a balanced happy life. He Expressed hope that the two days workshop would benefit thousands to overcome the pandemic.
The President of Indian School Psychology Association, Dr. Panch Ramalingam, Pondicherry, extended his willingness to facilitate and train more mental health professionals who can committee themselves in the service of the society during this pandemic.
Sunil Gupta, Vice Chancellor of RGVP was the chief guest for the inaugural session, Dr Devansu Shrivastav, the head of Jagran School of public policy and international affairs was the main speaker for valedictory function, Thenmozhi S. from Tamil Nadu, Balan Radhakrishnan from Malaysia, Nighat Basu from Kashmir, Kamal Uddain from Dhaka, Parvati Verma from Bangkok, and Mam Sammem from Sri Lanka were the main speakers during the workshop.
"The emotional support must be extended right from the very formative years of children to keep them away from depression," said Thenmozhi.
"The school teachers and college professors should connect the students not only with subject matter but for overall grooming their personality so that they will not be trapped in depression and suicidal tendencies." Nighat Basu said.
Dr Reena Singh, the regional secretary of InSPA moderated the entire workshop and Fr Maria Stephen, the organizing secretary thanked all the speakers, participants and volunteers.
There were 5000 and above registered on line workshops on counseling skills whereas more than 2000 watched YouTube channels without registration. The two days free workshop was organized by Ashadeep in close collaboration with InSPA.