Center for Mind and Wellness

29/10/2025

Two-Day Workshop on Helping Relationship, Skills & Professional Conduct in Addiction Rehabilitation

The Center for Mind and Wellness (CMW), under the umbrella of the Chithuen Phendhey Association (CPA), successfully completed a two-day professional development workshop attended by 13 participants, focusing on Helping Relationship, Skills, and Professional Conduct in Addiction Rehabilitation.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Faculty of Nursing and Public Health (FNPH), KGUMSB, for their invaluable collaboration and expert facilitation. Special gratitude goes to our distinguished resource persons — Mr. Nidup Jamtsho and Ms. Tenzin Wangmo, Associate Lecturers, FNPH, KGUMSB — for their insightful guidance, dedication, and professional wisdom that deeply enriched the learning experience of our team.

Our sincere acknowledgment also goes to the Chithuen Phendhey Association Management for their unwavering support and commitment in enabling this important training initiative. Your continuous guidance and encouragement remain the foundation of our efforts to build a skilled, ethical, and compassionate workforce in the field of addiction rehabilitation and mental health.

Together, we reaffirm our shared vision to promote recovery, resilience, and wellbeing in our communities.

27/10/2025

Congratulations on Your 2-Year Sobriety Milestone, Mr. Lham Reco Dorji!

Congratulations on reaching this remarkable milestone of 2 years in recovery! Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to personal growth are truly inspiring. It’s been a privilege to witness your journey and the strength you’ve shown along the way.

Your story is a powerful reminder of hope and resilience — not just for the people we serve, but also for those of us who work alongside you. Wishing you continued strength, peace, and fulfillment as you move forward, one day at a time.

23/10/2025

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱: 𝗖𝗣𝗔’𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀
Through counselling, skills training, and financial support, Bhutan’s Chithuen Phendhey Association shows that recovery is possible and sustainable
The midday sun blazes over Chubogang, Thimphu. Inside a compact CGI-sheet room, the buzz of an electric planer drowns out the summer heat. Wooden boards line the walls, tools rest neatly in place, and Sonam Dorji, 43, is absorbed in his work, shaping wood into furniture.
https://kuenselonline.com/news/from-addiction-to-livelihood-cpas-model-of-recovery-that-works

21/10/2025

14/10/2025

at CMW

13/10/2025

✨𝟙𝟜𝕥𝕙 ℝ𝕠𝕪𝕒𝕝 𝕎𝕖𝕕𝕕𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝔸𝕟𝕟𝕚𝕧𝕖𝕣𝕤𝕒𝕣𝕪✨

On the joyous occasion of Their Majesties' 14th Royal Wedding Anniversary, The CPA joins the nation in extending our heartfelt prayers and warm wishes for Their Majesties continued happiness and good health.

03/10/2025

30/09/2025

Laya Highlands ACEs Campaign – Standing Together for Our Youth

On 30th September 2025, Chithuen Phendhey Association conducted a landmark ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Awareness Campaign at Laya Middle Secondary School, Gasa Dzongkhag, under the theme “Yes, We Care and Stand with Our Youth.”

A total of 48 teachers and Gewog administration staff participated, reflecting a collective commitment to building a compassionate and resilient society. Simultaneously, our counselor engaged students on substance use disorder, addiction, resilience building, and the vital role of youth in shaping a healthy future, equipping them with practical skills to face life’s challenges.

The program, led by the Executive Director and a 7-member CPA team, marks the beginning of outreach in Gasa Dzongkhag, with school programs continuing until 4th October 2025.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Gewog Trizin of Laya and the Principal of Laya MSS for their steadfast support in making this initiative possible.

Preventing ACEs is a shared responsibility. Compassion and resilience grow when we act together. Standing with our youth today ensures a stronger Bhutan tomorrow.
Chithuen Phendhey Association

30/09/2025

Day 1 – Kharika Lake, Laya Gewog, Gasa Dzongkhag

Our ACEs Awareness Campaign began with a profound journey to the sacred Kharika Lake—a demanding 3-hour ascent to 4,200m altitude. Surrounded by the majesty of the Himalayas, our CPA team of 8 staff and interns carried not only the message of awareness but also the spirit of resilience and healing.

“No height is too great, no distance too far—every community deserves the light of hope and the strength of awareness.”

This journey marks more than the start of a campaign—it is the affirmation of our commitment to reach even the most remote corners of Bhutan with courage, compassion, and purpose. 🙏

21/09/2025

Vajrapema Retreat Program – 6th Batch Closing Ceremony
21 September 2025 | Kelkha Goenpa, Paro

On this auspicious day, Chithuen Phendhey Association proudly marked the successful completion of the 6th Batch of the Vajrapema Retreat Program, which began on 27 August 2025. A total of 50 participants, including staff and attachments, completed the 21-day journey of recovery and transformation.

Established in 2024 under the blessings of Rinpoche Pema Tenchog, the Vajrapema Retreat has already supported over 180 individuals living with Substance Use Disorder (SUD), Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), and co-occurring mental health challenges. It stands as a beacon of hope, blending Buddhist preliminary practices with evidence-based counseling, therapy, and trauma healing.

The closing ceremony was filled with inspiration and gratitude. Participants pledged their continued commitment to recovery in the presence of Rinpoche, who offered Damcha and presented certificates of achievement. Counselors, participants, and families shared moving reflections, celebrating courage, growth, and the promise of a healthier future.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Rinpoche Pema Tenchog, the dedicated team, families, and everyone whose steadfast support sustains this vital work. Together, we strive for a compassionate society where healing, resilience, and transformation flourish.

And finally we would to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Secretariat Office, CPA, Dechencholing School, Khasadrapchu School, Zhung Dratshang and all compassionate donors for your unwavering supports. Kadrinche la🙏We anticipate same supports ahead la.

20/09/2025