Mind Care Center PHMC

27/01/2026

A huge congratulations to Mx. Riyan Portuguez for receiving The Green Ribbon Award from the National Center for Mental Health - Public Health Unit! 💚

This recognition honors Mx. Riyan as a beacon of hope and a champion in mental health advocacy. Thank you for your tireless work in breaking stigmas and creating safe spaces for everyone!

21/01/2026

We have just reached 5K followers! Thank you for continuing support. We could never have made it without each one of you. 🙏🤗🎉

20/01/2026

This Autism Consciousness Week, we share a Bandera feature where Associate Psychologist Ms. Tricia Zafra discusses Autism Spectrum Disorder. She addresses myths and early signs, emphasizing that the condition is rooted in biology.

Let’s use this understanding to replace judgment with patience—making our community inclusive not just for this week, but for every day.

🔗 Full article in the comments

20/01/2026

In the recent Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho episode titled "Dalagita, may natagpuang kumpol-kumpol sa loob ng kanyang tiyan?!," Chief Psychologist Prof. Yeng Gatchalian shed light on the psychological roots of Trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) and Trichophagia (hair-eating behavior).

Prof. Yeng discussed how deep-seated stress can affect an adolescent, often manifesting in complex ways. Recognizing these signs early is crucial to providing the right support and intervention for their mental health journey.

Watch the full interview in the comments section to learn more!

18/01/2026

Congratulations to the Prime Mover of Mind Care Center, Dr. Hemilyn Escudero-Tamayo, on earning her Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology. We are honored to witness your success and so proud of this achievement! 🩷👏

16/01/2026

Thank you to our Graduate Intern, Ms. Plecy Rose Plantilla from the University of Santo Tomas, for choosing Mind Care Center.

16/01/2026

Motherhood is a journey best navigated with understanding and support.

In a conversation on Ako ‘To si Tyang Amy, Chief Psychologist Prof. Yeng Gatchalian shares compassionate insights on how connection and shared care can help young mothers manage emotional challenges. 🤍

Link to the full interview is in the comments section below! 👇

13/01/2026

Chief Psychologist Prof. Yeng Gatchalian unpacks the psychology of viral infidelity and gender expectations on DZMM Teleradyo’s Story Outlook.

Prof. Yeng discusses who we are conditioned to expect to cheat, how public judgment forms, and why reactions differ based on gender—ultimately inviting us to reflect on the complexities of navigating personal issues in a digital space where context is often thin and judgment is immediate.

Watch the full feature to understand the psychology behind the headlines:

Mainit na usapin bukas, ngayon ilalabas sa Story Outlook.Subscribe na sa DZMM Teleradyo YouTube channel para manatiling una sa balita at una sa public servic...

12/01/2026

What if self-care were treated as a professional and ethical responsibility in journalism?

Associate Psychologist and former journalist Ms. Tricia Zafra explores this powerful proposition in her lightning talk during the Mental Health in Journalism Summit 2025.

Catch the full video here!

12/01/2026

At Mind Care Center, we are committed to shaping the next generation of mental health professionals. We are pleased to feature the testimonial of Ms. Eliza Marie McGee, a Graduate Intern from Mapúa University.

12/01/2026

The second day of Biñan Youth Convergence 2025 was all about meaningful conversations on mental health at Biñan City Senior High School - West Campus.

With the theme "Kabataang Biñanense: Iisang Tinig, Iisang Adhikain, para sa Layuning Paglingkuran ang Batang Biñan," the event on December 13 brought together youth leaders from different schools across the city.

Participants actively engaged as Chief Psychologist Prof. Yeng Gatchalian connected with them through practical advice and real-life tips on staying mentally strong, managing stress, and looking out for one another.

09/01/2026

Listen to our Chief Psychologist Prof. Yeng Gatchalian on DZMM Teleradyo’s Ako ‘To Si Tyang Amy as she joins the discussion on the realities of staying in an abusive relationship—and the emotional and psychological costs that often go unseen.

The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing abuse in all its forms and reminds us that breaking the cycle of violence is difficult, but you don’t have to face it alone.

Gain deeper insights by watching the full discussion here:

Pakinggan ang payo ng eksperto sa kahalagahan ng pananampalataya at tiwala sa sarili sa tuwing humaharap sa pagsubok sa relasyon. Dito lang ‘yan sa Ako ‘To S...