We have invited our willing participants to share a brief professional reflection regarding their training experience and its applicability to their practice. And have asked for their consent to publish their reflections together with their name and position.
“I love how grounded and anchored from real-life experiences the discussions were. This is learning beyond the theory :).”
– Precious Gail Santos—Sta Isabel; Professor/Psychologist
– Precious Gail Santos—Sta Isabel; Professor/Psychologist
“The discussions and conceptual frameworks enhanced my understanding of how psychosocial support can be delivered ethically and effectively in disaster contexts. Overall, the training (Disaster Trauma) increased my confidence and preparedness to respond with compassion, professionalism, and responsibility, making it highly relevant to my professional practice.”
– Dr. Dan August B. Nanao, RPsy, CQP; VP – Global HR Employee Voice
– Dr. Dan August B. Nanao, RPsy, CQP; VP – Global HR Employee Voice
“My experience in training (Disaster Trauma) that it is enjoyable and the speaker is knowledgeable with the subject. With the impact of it to my profession, especially we need to be continuous with our learning. Traumatic disasters are chaotic but we as a mental health practitioners can be the instrument to help people.”
– Joe Bryant A. Laguerder, RPsy; Psychologist
– Joe Bryant A. Laguerder, RPsy; Psychologist
“Trainings in TIPS have always been helpful in my clinical practice because it equipped me with the trauma-informed knowledge and skills that I can utilize to help my clients with their healing journey.”
– Karen Quing, Psychologist
– Karen Quing, Psychologist
“My training experience with TIPS reminds me of God’s presence and grace in suffering and healing of woundedness. As I am equipped and trained in TIPS trainings to do trauma work, I allow myself to be His hands and feet to journey with trauma survivors for healing, a step of faith at a time.”
– Sally C. Ladignon, RGC; Counselor
– Sally C. Ladignon, RGC; Counselor
“Thank you for taking the initiative to offer these certifications and trainings, especially since opportunities like these are still limited in our country. Your effort in making them accessible is deeply appreciated. What truly stayed with me is the realization that being a licensed psychologist is not enough on its own; what matters most is the commitment to continuously grow and excel in one’s craft. Pursuing certifications and further training is one meaningful way to achieve that.”
– Adrienne Maie Cruz Bactol; Psychologist
– Adrienne Maie Cruz Bactol; Psychologist
“I have been in the helping profession for eight years, and I have never felt more grateful for this meaningful career advancement and opportunity. This training journey has provided me with an extensive and deeper understanding of trauma—one that goes beyond what is typically taught in the academe. Because of this, I will remain committed to continuing this path of learning and growth, as I strive to further develop my competence in providing trauma-informed care. Thank you so much Ms. Charlene and the whole TIPS family. 🩷🌸”
– Marlene Iris V. Leoparte, RPsy; Psychologist
– Marlene Iris V. Leoparte, RPsy; Psychologist
“Participating in the training has been a meaningful and enriching experience. But what I like the most from the training was the emphasis on ethical consideration and safety. Also, Ms. Cha, consistently shared insights grounded in her professional experiences, which clearly shows her competence and authenticity.”
– Ted S. Relunia; Guidance Counselor
– Ted S. Relunia; Guidance Counselor
“Field Traumatologist training made me realize that the willingness alone won’t be necessary when being deployed in the field but must have assess myself first in terms of preparedness as well as the knowledge I have gained now after this training with TIPS.”
– Jannah Trixie Cuevas, RPsy, RPM; Psychologist
– Jannah Trixie Cuevas, RPsy, RPM; Psychologist
“My reflection here would be on my former trainings regarding Compassion Fatigue. It didn’t really hit me until February, just before the Disaster Trauma training. I’ve always been on call, constantly on the go, handling both old and new clients—plus, there’s my day job providing counseling at the office. These trainings helped me recognize the impact of secondary trauma, and it was only then that I truly understood what I was experiencing firsthand. The trainings were not only informative but validating, too. TIPS has the mind of an expert and the heart of a human being.”
– Faith Frances B. Miranda, LPT, RPsy; Psychologist
– Faith Frances B. Miranda, LPT, RPsy; Psychologist
“The training deepened my understanding of disaster response beyond theory, highlighting the balance between practical assistance and psychological stabilization. It strengthened my awareness of structured crisis intervention, the role of ICS, and the importance of responder self-regulation. The integration of trauma-informed principles into disaster settings has enhanced my confidence and preparedness as a field mental health practitioner.”
– Dr. Mahjalin Araiza Bugtong Diez, RPm, RPsy; Clinical Psychologist
– Dr. Mahjalin Araiza Bugtong Diez, RPm, RPsy; Clinical Psychologist
“Field Traumatology training was an inspiring and practical experience. Ms. Charlene presented the topics clearly, making them easy to understand and absorb. I especially appreciated the focus on real-world application, which I can immediately use to support individuals and communities during disaster situations. This training has strengthened my confidence, commitment, and motivation to serve others, and make a meaningful difference when people need help the most.”
– Michelle Nicole V. Del Rosario; Psychometrician
– Michelle Nicole V. Del Rosario; Psychometrician