Serene Minds

28/10/2025

Wellness Break starting October 30th until November 5th ✨
We’ll be taking a short breather to recharge and serve you better. 🌿
Appointment bookings will resume on November 6th.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. 🩷

-Serene Minds by MIVL

24/10/2025

Mental health is not tangible. We never truly know what someone is going through until they find the courage to seek support. Please take this seriously—mental health conditions are not something people simply choose to have. There are several factors that may contribute to a person’s struggles.

This is a gentle reminder to educate ourselves before we speak. Our words hold power, and we may never realize how deeply they can affect someone.

We all have our own battles to fight. May we always choose empathy and offer support with compassion. 🤍

22/10/2025

Thank you to the Psychology Student Council of Lyceum Northwestern University for inviting me to serve as your resource person for your Psychological First Aid webinar. It was truly an honor to be part of your World Mental Health Awareness Month celebration.

May we all continue to extend compassion and empathy, especially in moments when others need support the most. 🩷

Photo credits to Psychology Student Council page.

20/10/2025

🌿 Serene Minds by MIVL proudly celebrates the achievement of Ms. Marlene Iris V. Leoparte, RPsy, RPm — who has been officially certified by the Greencross Academy of Traumatology as a Compassion Fatigue Educator, Compassion Fatigue Practitioner, and Field Traumatologist. 🩷

This milestone reflects Ms. Leoparte’s unwavering dedication to trauma-informed care, her passion for supporting mental health professionals, and her commitment to fostering compassion and resilience within the community. ✨

Serene Minds also extends heartfelt gratitude to Ms. SiLucas - Licensed Psychologist/ International Traumatologist of Traumatology Institute and Psychological Services, Philippines - TIPS for her exceptional training, guidance, and advocacy for trauma care in the Philippines. 🙏

Together, let’s continue promoting healing, empathy, and hope — one mindful conversation at a time. 🌱

19/10/2025

🌪️ Calamities & Natural Disasters are unpredictable.

Children experience disasters differently from adults because their sense of safety, control, and understanding of events are still developing. Their reactions depend on age, developmental level, personality, previous experiences, and the reactions of caregivers around them.

While having “Go Bags” ready is essential for our physical safety, we also need to prepare emotionally and mentally. Disasters don’t just shake our surroundings — they can deeply affect our sense of security, especially in children.

Key Takeaway:
💡 Children look to adults as emotional anchors. How parents/caregivers react greatly shapes children’s recovery.
💡 Calm, supportive, and reassuring behavior fosters resilience.
💡 Children are naturally resilient when they are heard, comforted, and guided through their emotions.
💡Recovery begins with a caring adult who helps them feel safe again.

16/10/2025

Basic Psychological First Aid webinar as part of the World Mental Health Month ✅ A topic that is relevant and timely.
Thank you to the Psychology Council of Lyceum Northwestern University for the invitation. 🫶 See you tomorrow!

When catastrophes strike, compassion becomes our first response. 💚

In line with the theme “Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies,” this 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗶𝗱 (𝗣𝗙𝗔) 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 is part of our World Mental Health Month 2025 Celebration. 🌏

Join us for an insightful session with Ms. Marlene Iris Leoparte, RPsy, RPm, MS PSYCH, CFT, as she shares valuable knowledge on providing emotional support and care during crises and emergencies.

📅 October 17, 2025
🕗 8:30 AM
📍 Espino Hall / Google Meet

Let’s learn how to listen with empathy, respond with understanding, and act with care — because mental health matters, especially in times of need. ✨

10/10/2025

🌱 Pause. Breathe. Feel.

Today, October 10th of 2025 is World Mental Health Day — it reminds us that mental health is just as real and vital as physical health. Let us care for our minds with the same compassion we give to others. 🩷

”

03/10/2025

This talk was made approximately a year ago—and I never thought I’d be sharing it again for the same heartbreaking reason.

It’s devastating to see how the earthquake has once again impacted the lives of so many in Cebu. My heart goes out to those who have lost their loved ones, and I am extending my deepest sympathies to every grieving family.

If you are in need of emotional support, please know that I am here—virtually—with an open heart, willing to listen and help however I can.

May all those affected by this disaster receive the urgent help, strength, and support they truly deserve. 🤍

Emergency Hotlines:
📞 Philippine National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC): 911 or (02) 8911-1406
📞 Cebu Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO): (032) 253-5710 or 0932-720-6143
📞 National Center for Mental Health – 24/7 Crisis Hotline (for emotional and psychological support):
➡️ 1553 (toll-free from landline or mobile)
➡️ 0966-351-4518 / 0917-899-8727 / 0908-639-2672

02/10/2025

Pagbating muli sa mga bagong Lisensyadong Psychologists and Psychometricians!! 🩷✨

Thank you for choosing a profession that uplifts and advocates for mental health. We need more compassionate minds like yours, and we hope to see even more aspiring mental health professionals join the journey. 🫶🏻

PS. Sharing this because I am grateful to be part of their journey. 🙏🏻

26/09/2025

Pagbati sa 469 na Bagong Lisensyadong Psychologist ng Pilipinas! ✨🩷 Padayon!!

23/09/2025

Padayon, future RPm & RPsy! ✨🩷 we are all waiting and rooting for you 🫶🏻

From erasures to breakthroughs, trust your pencil and your prep—you got this!

We're rooting for you, future RPsys and RPms!!!