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Open Up Level Up

Open Up, Level Up

As Hong Kong opens back up, everyone in Hong Kong needs to open up as well. With more than 20% of people experiencing a mental health problem, we must start the conversation now. To kick-start it, we are running a social media campaign for everyone in Hong Kong to share on the importance of mental health.

 

We hope to normalise and de-stigmatise the conversation surrounding mental health. By encouraging Hong Kong people to share in their vulnerability and connect to build community, we hope they will recognise the value of their mental health at a personal and city-wide scale, and know the resources available to them. Let’s open up and level up together.

 

Here’s how:

  1. Post a empowering photo/video of yourself on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter
  2.  In the caption share based on the below text:

I’m posting to support @mindhongkong’s campaign to #openuplevelup.  

 

As Hong Kong opens back up to the world,  we need to open up about mental health and how to take care of it.

 

  • Share why taking care of your mental health is important (e.g. exercising lets you be more productive at work and present with others)

Today I’m pledging to put mental health first. 

 

Use the hashtags: #openbetterhk #stronger #openuplevelup

 

*Please remember to tag us, use the right hashtags, and tag friends in your post / comment to encourage them to take part! 

 

Eligibility:
  • Over the age of 18
  • Hong Kong resident
Guidelines on posting:

Please read through this link for full guidance on posting language and content (English and Chinese available). 

 

Mental health can be a sensitive topic for many, so we must be conscientious when addressing it. Our DOs and DON’Ts guidance will help you better understand the appropriate way to talk about mental health (to avoid further stigmatisation, discrimination, and privacy concerns), and help you to best focus the conversation surrounding mental health.

 

Tag us:
Instagram: @mindhongkong
Facebook: @hongkongmind
LinkedIn: @Mind HK 香港心聆
Twitter: @mindhongkong

 

Prizes (now closed):

Campaign period (for gift eligibility): November 15, 2022 to November 18, 2022 [NOW CLOSED]


*We encourage everyone to continue sharing this campaign after November 18! However, eligibility for gifts will only be for participants who share between Nov 15- 18 and fill out the below form. 

 

Instructions:

1. Sign up here and complete the #openuplevelup actions above to enter the campaign and win a prize.

 

  • All campaign participants will receive a HKD 100 coupon from DETERMINANT and a chance to win another reward, which include Art Basel VIP tickets, 1 month or 1 week membership passes from Hybrid gym, tickets to the November 26 Trey Lee concert, a mindfulness session with Dr. Candice Powell (Mind HK’s CEO), PYE gift coupons, a photography session with Jada Poon, a hike with Robyn Lamsam, a private tour at Asia Art Archive, a Yankov Wong Photo Session, a YYY House of Cakes Coupon, and more.
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  • *To be eligible for prizes, you are required to sign up for the campaign and post (on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn) with the relevant hashtags and tag Mind Hong Kong between November 15-18, 2022.  An email will be sent to you from the Mind HK team with your prize / prizes by November 24th.
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What is iACT Service?

Improving Access to Community Therapies (iACT®) is one of the services from Mind HK. Trained Wellbeing Practitioners will offer initial assessment and early intervention for people dealing with mild to moderate symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other emotional difficulties.

 

The service includes 6-8 sessions of low-intensity psychological support, the flexibility of the service allows individuals to receive free and timely support when needed.

If you’re aged between 18 – 65 and are facing some emotional challenges, we would like to invite you to take an online assessment for us to gain a better understanding of your current emotional struggle.

 

If you’re eligible, we’ll get you connected with a Wellbeing Practitioner within two weeks to sort out the next steps.

The service runs for about 3 months and includes 6-8 support sessions, tailored to your needs.

 

We encourage you to attend all sessions and actively practice the tips and exercises provided by your Wellbeing Practitioner.

We take your privacy seriously. Your chats with the Wellbeing Practitioner are confidential.

 

We won’t share any of your info unless you’ve provided consent or if there are risks detected.

This programme isn’t suitable for people facing emergencies, major setbacks, or those diagnosed with serious or complex mental health conditions.

 

If you’re having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, this programme might not meet your needs, so please seek help right away. You can check out Mind HK’s “Find Help Now” page for immediate information and services.

Most of our Wellbeing Practitioners have backgrounds in psychology or counselling and are passionate about mental health. They’ve gone through about 140 hours of intensive training and completed at least 120 hours of supervised clinical practice over 9 months to ensure the quality of service.

 

They’re trained by accredited local experts in the mental health field, including clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, counsellors, and psychiatrists. Plus, we regularly check how effective our services are. All service outputs and performances are subject to consistent monitoring.

Who is suitable for participating in this programme?

This programme welcomes anyone between the ages of 18 and 65 who may be feeling lost or facing emotional difficulties. Please note that this programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions.

This programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions, but suitable for those who experience mild to severe moderate anxiety, mild to moderate depression, or other emotional challenges. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.

After signing up, our Wellbeing Practitioner will contact you within two weeks to schedule a convenient time for a 45-minute conversation, either via video or phone call, according to your preference. During the conversation, the Wellbeing Practitioner will understand your current situation and help you gain a better understanding of your emotional state based on the questionnaire you filled out during application. Additionally, they will provide recommendations for appropriate community resources based on your needs, helping you take an important first step in taking care of your mental health.

Although the intervention procedure is mostly standardised, Wellbeing Practitioners will work flexibly with clients to address individual presenting problems and unique characteristics.

Our Wellbeing Practitioners are trained to support people who experience mild to moderate mental health difficulties primarily. This programme is not suitable for the situations mentioned above. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.

Your conversations with the Wellbeing Practitioner are absolutely confidential. Any information about you will not be shared with anyone without your consent unless you or others are at immediate risk or the Wellbeing Practitioner has reason to believe that you may be in imminent danger.
Supervisors will monitor trainees’ development throughout the placement to ensure that they are meeting the required level of competency to pass the training course at the end of the placement.

Yes, it is necessary to book an appointment in advance by filling out the form. Additionally, you can select one of the five stores yourself. We will allocate clients to different Wellbeing Practitioners based on their chosen location.

Before having the conversation, we will ask you to fill out a basic questionnaire for preliminary screening assessment. This screening process aims to ensure that the training received by the Wellbeing Practitioners is sufficient to meet the needs of the individuals receiving the service. If it is determined after the screening assessment that the service is not suitable for you, Mind HK will provide alternative recommendations to ensure your safety and support.

For adults who are suitable for this service, all Wellbeing Practitioners have received training on how to identify and respond to safety and risk issues. If you have any concerns about the support process, the Wellbeing Practitioners have appropriate measures in place and will develop response plans based on the urgency of the situation. They can also access support from clinical practitioners from Mind HK or participating organisations.

What private training does Mind HK provide?

Mind HK provides 4 themes of mental health training, including: Supporting Self, Supporting Others, Family Wellbeing and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion).

 

Check out the brochure here for more information.

Mind HK provides a wide range of standardised mental health training, which can be tailored to different circumstances. Chat with our team to explore more! 

Our trainers come from a diverse, accredited pool of clinically experienced professionals. Check out our trainers’ biographies here.

Yes, the Mental Health First Aid class of Mind HK is internationally accredited by the MHFA International. The content and certification is delivered by trainers certified from the Mental Health Association of Hong Kong. You can find out our trainers accreditation here.

We are here to support your mental health education journey! Reach out to us and chat with our team.

Open Up Level Up

Open Up, Level Up

As Hong Kong opens back up, everyone in Hong Kong needs to open up as well. With more than 20% of people experiencing a mental health problem, we must start the conversation now. To kick-start it, we are running a social media campaign for everyone in Hong Kong to share on the importance of mental health.

 

We hope to normalise and de-stigmatise the conversation surrounding mental health. By encouraging Hong Kong people to share in their vulnerability and connect to build community, we hope they will recognise the value of their mental health at a personal and city-wide scale, and know the resources available to them. Let’s open up and level up together.

 

Here’s how:

  1. Post a empowering photo/video of yourself on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter
  2.  In the caption share based on the below text:

I’m posting to support @mindhongkong’s campaign to #openuplevelup.  

 

As Hong Kong opens back up to the world,  we need to open up about mental health and how to take care of it.

 

  • Share why taking care of your mental health is important (e.g. exercising lets you be more productive at work and present with others)

Today I’m pledging to put mental health first. 

 

Register for [tag Mind Hong Kong] campaign by visiting mind.org.hk/openuplevelup and make your pledge. [Tag 3 friends in post / comment] 

Use the hashtags: #openbetterhk #stronger #openuplevelup

 

*Please remember to tag us, use the right hashtags, and tag friends in your post / comment to encourage them to take part! 

 

Eligibility:
  • Over the age of 18
  • Hong Kong resident
Guidelines on posting:

Please read through this link for full guidance on posting language and content (English and Chinese available). 

 

Mental health can be a sensitive topic for many, so we must be conscientious when addressing it. Our DOs and DON’Ts guidance will help you better understand the appropriate way to talk about mental health (to avoid further stigmatisation, discrimination, and privacy concerns), and help you to best focus the conversation surrounding mental health.

 

Tag us:
Instagram: @mindhongkong
Facebook: @hongkongmind
LinkedIn: @Mind HK 香港心聆
Twitter: @mindhongkong

 

Prizes (now closed):

Campaign period (for gift eligibility): November 15, 2022 to November 18, 2022 [NOW CLOSED]

*We encourage everyone to continue sharing this campaign after November 18! However, eligibility for gifts will only be for participants who share between Nov 15- 18 and fill out the below form. 

 

Instructions:

1. Sign up here and complete the #openuplevelup actions above to enter the campaign and win a prize.

 

  • All campaign participants will receive a HKD 100 coupon from DETERMINANT and a chance to win another reward, which include Art Basel VIP tickets, 1 month or 1 week membership passes from Hybrid gym, tickets to the November 26 Trey Lee concert, a mindfulness session with Dr. Candice Powell (Mind HK’s CEO), PYE gift coupons, a photography session with Jada Poon, a hike with Robyn Lamsam, a private tour at Asia Art Archive, a Yankov Wong Photo Session, a YYY House of Cakes Coupon, and more.
  •  
  • *To be eligible for prizes, you are required to sign up for the campaign and post (on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn) with the relevant hashtags and tag Mind Hong Kong between November 15-18, 2022.  An email will be sent to you from the Mind HK team with your prize / prizes by November 24th.