EVENT AND ACTIVITY
Separation and Loss Counselling Conference Recap of Keynote Speeches
ReSource the Counselling Centre, in collaboration with the Department of Social Work and Social Administration of The University of Hong Kong, jointly presented the “Separation and Loss: Update on Social Trends and Clinical Practice” Counselling Conference, held on 15 March 2025 at Tai Kwun, Central.
The full-day conference brought together over 300 professionals and students from social work, counselling, psychology, education, and related helping fields to explore the evolving social dynamics of separation, loss, and grief, as well as corresponding clinical responses. A total of six pre- and post-conference workshops were also conducted in March, offering in-depth clinical insights and case sharing to enhance professional practice in grief counselling.
We sincerely thank the generous sponsorship of the Drs. Richard Charles and Esther Yewpick Lee Charitable Foundation, which contributed significantly to the success of this event.
Prof. W.C. Wong
D.Psyc.(Clinical), Reg.Clin.Psyc (Australia)., RCP (HKPS), Ccoun&ACounS (HKPCA), FHKPsS, FHKPCA, MAPS
香港大學社會科學院碩士(輔導)課程總監 ;
香港大學社會工作及社會行政學系副教授
Transforming Grief: The Power of Posttraumatic Growth after Bereavement of Suicide
Prof. Wong examined the complex psychological challenges faced by individuals and families bereaved by suicide, drawing from both clinical and research perspectives. The keynote also addressed ethical considerations and clinical challenges encountered by practitioners supporting this population.
Dr. Pasu Ng
「一切從簡」殯儀社企創辦人 ;
「一切從揀」生死教育共享空間創辦人 ;
香港生死學協會創會榮譽會長
Putting Grief in Place: Practical Support for Grief and Loss
Dr. Ng shared practical approaches to supporting bereaved families through funeral arrangements and ongoing grief processes. The session emphasised how loss may be meaningfully held and integrated through compassionate and grounded clinical practice.
Dr. Herman Chow
D. Min, RP, RMFT, CCFT, CCTP ;
ICEEFT Certified EFT Therapist & Supervisor AAMFT and CACFT Approved Supervisor;
Professor of Counselling with Singapore University of Social Science and Tyndale University
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Grief Counselling
Dr. Chow introduced the application of Emotionally Focused Therapy in grief counselling, illustrated through clinical case demonstrations. The presentation highlighted how emotional bonds may be repaired and restructured following separation and loss.
Dr. Kwok Chi Ying, Paulina
Founder & Service Director of Transforming Space
AAMFT/HKMFTA/HKPCA Approved Clinical Supervisor, HKSWA Fellow, Certified Social Work
Specialist and Consultant Supervisor
Member of Clinical Fellow & Professional (AAMFT),
Approved Counseling Supervisor & Certified Counselor (HKPCA)
Clinical Challenges and the Pathway of Post Affair Therapy in Healing Infidelity Relational Trauma
Dr. Kwok delved into how to use attachment theory and various family therapy intervention approaches to help clients cope with the trauma caused by infidelity. Through sharing her clinical experiences, she provided concrete insights and strategies, enabling practitioners to effectively assist couples in rebuilding trust and their relationships.
Roundtable Discussion
Prof. W.C. Wong, Dr. Pasu Ng, Dr. Paulina Kwok
The panel discussion explored emerging trends in grief and loss within the Hong Kong context, with reflections on clinical practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and service development.