The Saudi Scientific Society for Psychological Counselling was launched in its first term during the first General Assembly meeting held on 13/8/1436 AH. The first Board of Directors was elected, chaired by Dr. Amal Al-Shehri, with the membership of distinguished specialists in the field of psychology. The society’s second term was inaugurated following the election of the Board of Directors during the General Assembly meeting held on 22/2/1441 AH. The approval of the University President was issued under Administrative Decision No. 16623, dated 22/2/1441 AH, forming the society’s Board of Directors chaired by Dr. Fatimah Al-Harbi, with the membership of distinguished specialists in psychology. The society’s third term was subsequently launched following the election of the Board of Directors during the General Assembly meeting held on 26/6/1444 AH. The approval of the University President was issued to form the Board of Directors of the Saudi Society for Psychological Counselling, chaired by Prof. Dr. Al-Jawhara Al-Suqaih.
Main Responsibilities- Advancing scientific knowledge and applied practices in psychological counseling.
- Promoting scholarly communication and the exchange of expertise among professionals in psychological counseling.
- Providing consultancy services and conducting studies and programs that contribute to enhancing the performance of institutions and organizations in the field.
- Advancing the scientific and professional development of the Society’s members.
- Conducting research and providing scientific consultancy in the Society’s area of specialization.
- Publishing a peer-reviewed scientific journal dedicated to the publication of research and studies in psychological counseling.
- Developing, translating, and standardizing culturally appropriate psychological tests and assessment tools.
- Facilitating the exchange of scholarly contributions among national and international scientific institutions and organizations.
- Developing and maintaining a database of completed research and researchers specializing in the Society’s area of interest.
- Raising awareness of psychological counseling through various modern communication platforms.
- Participating in local and international conferences and seminars.
- Organizing training courses, seminars, and programs related to the Society’s area of specialization.
Society Membership
Full Membership
Full membership is available to individuals holding a degree in the Society's field of specialization, as well as professionals working in education and psychology, upon payment of the annual membership fee of SAR 200.
Benefits of Full Membership
- Attending the Society's meetings.
- Access to opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange among researchers.
- Voting on Society decisions and in the election of Board of Directors members.
- Eligibility to run for election to the Board of Directors.
- Access to an annual report on the Society's activities and strategic directions.
Honorary Membership
Honorary membership is granted by resolution of the General Assembly to individuals who have made significant contributions to advancing the Society's areas of scientific interest or provided substantial financial or other forms of support to the Society.
Honorary members are exempt from membership fees and may attend meetings of the General Assembly and its various committees and participate in discussions, but do not have voting rights.
Associate Membership
Associate membership is available to parents, university students, and anyone interested in joining the Society who does not meet the academic qualification requirements for full membership. The annual membership fee is SAR 100.
Associate members include:
- University students in the Society's field of scientific specialization.
- Professionals and individuals interested in the Society's field who do not meet the academic qualification requirements for full membership.
Associate members receive a 50% reduction in the annual membership fee and may attend meetings of the General Assembly and its various committees and participate in discussions, but do not have voting rights.
Benefits of Associate Membership
- A 50% discount on all courses and workshops offered by the Society.
- A membership card and access to membership-related discounts.
- Access to publications and scientific periodicals issued by the Society.
Society's Achievements
Training Courses and Workshops
First Program:
The First Forum: Psychological Counseling in the Cyber World
Workshops, Training Courses, and Research Seminars
- Participation with a booth in Career Day held by the College of Education.
- Psychology Department Scientific Research Day.
- Communication Skills in Dialogue Program.
- Test Anxiety Course.
- Psychological Stress and Its Impact on Work Performance Course.
- Case Study from the Practitioner's Perspective Course.
- Characteristics of Quarter-Life Course.
- Leadership and Self-Management Course.
- Successful Self-Management Course.
- “Don't Worry" Workshop.
- Adolescent Depression Lecture.
- Promoting Mental Health Among Older Adults Lecture.
- Dialogue Series: Marital Dialogue; Our Dialogue with Our Children; Take Control of Your Stress; Be Positive; Emotional Intelligence; Bullying; Self-Confidence; Volunteerism; Strengthening Memory; Daily Habits for Success; and “We Are Inspired by Your Success" Session.
Second Program
Forums
- Second Forum: Psychological Counseling During Crises and Disasters
- Third Forum: Positive Psychology: Our Path to Mental Well-being
Research
- “Individuals' Self-Reactions Toward the COVID-19 Pandemic in Relation to Disease Awareness and Psychological Hardiness in Saudi Arabia"
Workshops, Training Courses, and Research Seminars
- Research Seminar: Psychological and Social Changes Associated with the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Course.
Third Program
Forums and Activities
- First Forum: Psychological Counseling in the Cyber World
- Second Forum: Psychological Counseling During Crises and Disasters
- Third Forum: Positive Psychology: Our Path to Mental Well-Being
- Research Seminar: Psychological and Social Changes Associated with the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Course
- Research Study: “Individuals' Self-Reactions Toward the COVID-19 Pandemic in Relation to Disease Awareness and Psychological Hardiness in Saudi Arabia"
Scientific forums-Awareness Session on Drug Prevention:
Objectives:
-Raising awareness about the dangers of drug abuse
-Enhancing understanding of the transitional phase from general to higher education and its significance.
-Assessing the need to promote students' awareness about their future and its challenges.
-Identifying risk factors related to smoking and drug use in university settings.
-Highlighting the importance of early detection of negative behaviours and addressing them.
-Emphasizing the significance of diverse interventions to address negative behaviours in university learning environments
-Lecture: The Therapist as a Core Element in the Therapeutic Process:
Objectives:
-Developing a comprehensive understanding of psychotherapy approaches
-Understanding the therapist's self and its efficiency
-Exploring how the therapist's self impacts the quality of counseling processes.
-Utilizing this understanding to select the most effective therapeutic approach and implementation methods.
-Seminar: Happiness in Retirement:
Objectives:
Understanding the role of retirees towards themselves and other entities during retirement.
-Discussing the key challenges of this phase
-Lecture: The PERMA Model for Psychological Well-being
Objectives:
-Introducing the PERMA theory of happiness
-Recognizing the importance of enhancing positive emotions
-Explaining engagement/involvement
-Cultivating supportive relationships and fostering a sense of meaning and purpose in life.
-Understanding how to strive for achievement, competence, and mastery
Applying the PERMA theory of happiness in practice
-Lecture: The 3Bs Model for Quality of Life:
Objectives:
-Understanding cognitive and theoretical concepts that explain quality of life and well-being.
-Applying positive skills that contribute to quality of life and well-being
Adopting a positive attitude toward knowledge, skills, and practices to achieve well-being and mental health.
Activities and Contributions:
-Participation in National Day 93 celebrations
-Observance of World Smile Day
-Celebrating World Mental Health Day in collaboration with the Guidance and Counselling Department at the Riyadh Education Administration.
-Setting up an association booth at the “Winter Outing" event
Participation in the 10th Associations Forum held at King Saud University.
-Participation in the King Abdulaziz University Forum
-Sponsoring workshops on school psychology held at Princess Noura University schools.
Journals and Research:
-Publishing the first, second, third, and fourth issues of the Saudi Scientific Journal for Psychological Counselling.
-Ongoing work on validating the Character Strengths Scale>
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