16/07/2026
Building Capacity in Family Therapy for Bhutanโs Mental Health Workforce
The Faculty of Nursing and Public Health (FNPH), KGUMSB, successfully conducted a three-day Continuing Professional Development (CPD) workshop on Minuchin Structural Family Therapy (MSFT) for Clinical Counseling faculty, fourth-year Clinical Counseling students, psychiatrists, resident psychiatrists, clinical counselors, mental health outreach workers, clinical nurses, a clinical counselor from the Gyalsung Headquarters, and counselors from the Pema Secretariat.
The workshop was facilitated by Dr. Charles Sim (Singapore), a University Professor, Systemic Marital and Family Therapist, and Clinical Supervisor affiliated with the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), the National University of Singapore (NUS), and Tianjin Normal University (TNU).
Through engaging lectures, practical case discussions, and experiential learning, participants gained valuable insights into Structural Family Therapy, strengthening their knowledge and clinical skills in working with individuals and families. The workshop fostered meaningful dialogue, interdisciplinary learning, and collaboration among mental health professionals dedicated to enhancing mental health care in Bhutan.
FNPH, KGUMSB extends its heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Charles Sim for generously sharing his expertise and conducting this workshop pro bono. His commitment to capacity building and professional development is deeply appreciated and will have a lasting impact on strengthening family therapy practice and mental health services in Bhutan.