Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy by May & Chew Ping - NT20250910MBCT

WHAT?

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Life (MBCT-L) is a program backed by scientific research. Developed at Oxford University, MBCT-L offers a proven approach to managing depression and cultivating a more positive outlook on life.

By learning to identify and challenge negative thought patterns while cultivating mindfulness and self-compassion, individuals can break free from the cycle of chronic unhappiness and experience lasting well-being.

Benefits:

• Improved sleep quality
• Reduced anxiety & depression relapse
• Enhanced ability to cope effectively with stress
• Greater awareness of the body & mind
• Improved mood and well-being
• Enhanced emotional regulation

WHEN?

Wednesday, September 10, 10am - 12.30pm

Wednesday, September 17, 10am - 12.30pm

Wednesday, September 24, 10am - 12.30pm

Wednesday, October 1, 10am - 12.30pm

Wednesday, October 8, 10am - 12.30pm

Wednesday, October 15, 10am - 12.30pm

Wednesday, October 22, 10am - 12.30pm

Wednesday, November 5, 10am - 12.30pm

No Class on 29 October

+1 Full Day Retreat: Sunday, October 19, 9am-5pm, Brahm Centre @ Tampines

Total: 9 Sessions

WHERE?

Brahm Centre @ Newton

47 Scotts Road #05-02A Goldbell Towers

S228233 (Newton MRT Exit A)

COURSE FEE:

$550.00 per person

$110 for seniors eligible for National Silver Academy (NSA) subsidy

National Silver Academy

• NSA subsidy is for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents aged 50 and above.

SkillsFuture Credit

• In addition to NSA subsidy, course fee may be offset by SkillsFuture Credit (SFC).
• All tickets purchased with the intent to use SkillsFuture Credit to offset the course fee will be subject to a non-refundable $20 administrative fee.

Important Notes:

• Please note that payments for courses are non-refundable, non-transferable.

• Do ensure you are able to attend the 1st session before registering as you will not be allowed to continue with the course should you miss the 1st session.

• Missing subsequent sessions does not disqualify you from taking part in the course - the trainer is not obligated to recap what was missed.

• Attendance of all 8 Sessions + 1 Full Day Retreat are required for Certificate of Completion.

• Request for transfer or make up class for selected mindfulness courses are subjected to availability. Admin fees chargeable, $30 for course transfer and $10 for make-up session.

•Brahm Centre reserves the right to replan the course should the trainer be unable to conduct the class due to unforeseen circumstances.

•By registering for classes at Brahm Centre, you consent to Brahm Centre and AIC collecting, using and disclosing your personal data, as declared in the registration form and in accordance with Brahm Centre’s Data Protection Policy found at: https://www.brahmcentre.com/data-protection-policy/, as well as AIC’s Data Protection Policy found at https://www.aic.sg/dataprotectionpolicy.

• Photos and/or videos may be taken during activities for Brahm Centre's records and promotional purposes.

Trainer Bio:

May Chng was a former school vice-principal and a Ministry of Education educator for over 20 years. She is currently Brahm Centre’s Mindfulness Practice Manager. May has experienced the benefits of mindfulness first-hand in her healing from a family tragedy, which fuels her commitment to sharing mindfulness knowledge, practices and attitudes with participants.

May is a Dot-b certified teacher from the Mindfulness in Schools Project (UK) and a trained Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy for Life teacher by Oxford Mindfulness Foundation. She has a Master of Arts (Instructional Design and Technology) and also holds a Diploma in Counselling Psychology.

Ms Tan Chew Ping is a Mindfulness Trainer at Brahm Centre. She is now a trained Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy for Life teacher by Oxford Mindfulness Foundation.

Chew Ping has benefited much from Brahm Centre’s Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction courses and retreats. She has been practicing mindfulness for 3 years, and this has contributed to her wellbeing and improved relationships with her loved ones.

Chew Ping has a wealth of leadership experience, having held senior C-suite positions in the Civil Service and the Preschool Education Sector. She understands the demands of corporate life and the pressures faced by corporate leaders, working professionals, teachers and parents. She is keen to share the benefits of mindfulness, and how it can support others to lead happier and healthier lives.

EFFECTIVE 1ST JUNE 2025, ALL TICKETS PURCHASED WITH INTENT TO USE SKILLSFUTURE CREDIT WILL HAVE A NON-REFUNDABLE, $20 ADMINISTRATIVE FEE IMPOSED.

HOW? Do I begin the process of using my SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) to pay for course fees:

Step 1 (on Skillsfuture Website): Check your SkillsFuture credit balance.

Log into your SkillsFuture Portal to confirm you have sufficient SkillsFuture Credit balance (Take note: $4K SkillsFuture Career Transition Credits CANNOT be used for Brahm Centre courses).

https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html

Step 2 (on Eventbrite Website): Securing your ticket.

On Eventbrite, search for the course you are interested in.

https://www.eventbrite.sg/o/brahm-centre-4067900361

Step 3 (on Eventbrite Website): Select correct ticket type & complete registration.

Select the intended Ticket Type (either NSA+SkillsFuture or Individual+SkillsFuture) and complete your registration. Upon successful registration, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about the course.

Save/Screenshot the confirmation. (you will use this in the following steps)

Step 4 (on Skillsfuture Website): Submit your SkillsFuture claim.

Go back to the SkillsFuture Portal to submit a claim under 'E-Services'.

https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html

click on the link below to watch a video on how to submit your SFC claim:

https://youtu.be/6OjU5_eGGQY?si=1YYMfgzS97OAk6kx

Please submit your SkillsFuture credit claim 60 days BEFORE the course commencement, for it to be valid. Deadline to submit SFC Claim is one week prior to course commencement.

Step 5 (on Skillsfuture Website):

If your SFC submission was completed successfully, the status of your submission would reflect as "PENDING".

Your registration is confirmed after your SkillsFuture claim status reflect as "APPROVED".

*Should you choose to cancel your SFC claim before the start date, Brahm Centre reserves the right to impose a penalty fee for course withdrawal.