DID YOU KNOW?

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS

Mental health is more than the absence of mental illness. It is being well, contributing to society, and having good relationships.

DEPRESSION IS REAL

In a 2015 study, the Philippines had nearly 3.3 million people diagnosed with depression. According to the NSO, depression ranks as the 3rd most common disability in the country.

STIGMA PREVENTS HEALING

Stigma is still common across the Philippines. Depressed people are still thought as 'buang' or crazy. This prevents people from seeking help.

TREATMENT WORKS

Evidence shows that mental healthcare and counseling works for depression and other life difficulties.

WHAT WE ARE

Inner Peace Mental Health Services is a private psychological clinic based in Cebu City. The company provides expert and compassionate care for people with emotional difficulties and mental health concerns. We also conduct mental health related programs for organizations around the Philippines.

Chen is an award-winning psychologist based in Cebu City. He was awarded as one of the Top Global Mental Health Leaders by the World Health & Wellness- Congress & Awards on November 25, 2020.

He graduated his BS Psychology and MA Clinical Psychology at the University of San Carlos, Cebu City. He is currently finishing his PhD Psychology at Silliman University, Dumaguete City.

In practice, he focuses on using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for treating depression and anxiety. Other evidence-based methods he uses are EMDR therapy (for psychological trauma) and mindfulness and self-compassion meditations. He is also a Certified Trauma Counselor by EMDR Philippines.

Chen has been a trainer and Chief Learning Officer of Cebu Teambuilding Facilitators Network (CTFN) since 2016. He enjoys facilitating learning events and workshops to companies. He is also a Board of Director at Gestalt Wellness Institute of Southeast Asia (GWISEA), a mental health clinic located in Cebu City and Talisay City.

He is Certified as a Mental Health First Response (MHFR) Instructor. MHFR is an established method for intervening and preventing crisis and suicidal situations. He conducts mental health awareness seminars whenever he can as part of his advocacy.

PHILIPP CHEN R. TAN, M.A., RPsy

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OUR SERVICES

PSYCHOTHERAPY AND CONSULTATION

Sessions aim at educating, preventing, and treating problems in work or personal life. Common problems we treat include lack of sleep, depression, and anxiety.

PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT

Tests and interviews help us gain insight about a person's personality or functioning. This information may be used for work decisions or even legal cases.

TRAINING EVENTS AND SEMINARS

Seminars improve the skills and mindset of participants. Seminars may include mental health awareness, stress management, and suicide intervention.

WE CAN HELP WITH

ANGER MANAGEMENT

Uncontrolled anger destroys relationships. People also lose their jobs because of this. We can help you manage and cope better with anger.

DEPRESSION

There is no single cause for depression. People may lose sleep or their appetite. Others no longer enjoy things they used to. We can help identify the symptoms and give the proper intervention.

TRAUMA FROM ABUSE

Going through trauma or abuse is never easy. Abuse may be physical or sexual in nature. Sometimes the worst part is managing oneself after the traumatic event.