Ateneo Bulatao Center for Psychological Services

Ateneo Bulatao Center for Psychological Services http://ateneobulataocenter.com/about-us/

We are the service arm of the Department of Psychology of the Ateneo de Manila University for the following psychological services

- Counseling/Therapy
- Assessment
- Training
- Research

These services are offered to and open for Ateneo associated individuals and the public.

* Accredited PAP CPE provider
* Accredited PRC-CPD Provider

21/10/2025

Ang bigat ng mundo lately, ‘no? 😔

Bad news after bad news, challenges at work, problems in life, and still, you keep showing up for others. You listen, help, and care, even when things already feel too heavy.

Caring for others is meaningful, but it can also take a lot out of you— emotionally, mentally, even physically. In times like these, it’s easy to forget that your own heart needs care too. 🫂

Remember, when everything feels like too much, it’s okay to step back for a while. You don’t have to be okay all the time just because you’re the one people turn to. You’re not being selfish or apathetic; you’re simply giving yourself the same kindness you’ve always given everyone else.

So if you’re feeling drained lately, let yourself breathe. Rest. Disconnect if you need to. The world can wait a little while, because you deserve to feel okay again before putting others first.

This Mental Health Month, let this be your gentle reminder: your empathy is a strength, but so is knowing when to care for YOU. Because caring for yourself is also an act of love, for you, and for those who need your light. ☀️

The Ateneo Bulatao Center is now accepting sign-ups for the 10th run of our Brief Psychological Services (BPS).BPS is a ...
21/10/2025

The Ateneo Bulatao Center is now accepting sign-ups for the 10th run of our Brief Psychological Services (BPS).

BPS is a free, short-term online counseling service offering 1 to 2 sessions to adult Filipinos experiencing emotional distress. These sessions are designed to help you manage stress, explore coping strategies, and find support in a safe space.

Please note that BPS is not psychotherapy and is not intended for long-term treatment or urgent mental health concerns. For those interested in psychotherapy, feel free to message us for information about our other services.

📌 To sign up for a BPS session, complete this form: bit.ly/BPSEntryForm

Due to high demand, there may be a waiting period before you are matched with a responder. We appreciate your understanding as we work to accommodate each client with care.

💌 If you have any questions, you may message us directly through this page.

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🚨 Note: BPS is not a crisis hotline or emergency service. If you are in immediate distress, please seek help through the following 24/7 mental health hotlines or go to the nearest emergency room:

📞 DOH-NCMH Hotline: 0917-899-8727 / 02-7989-8727
📞 Hopeline: 0917-558-4673 / 0918-873-4673 / 02-8804-4673
📞 In Touch Crisis Line: 0917-800-1123 / 0922-893-8944 / 02-8893-7603

We remain committed to making mental health support more accessible to Filipinos. Thank you for trusting us. 💙

In the Philippines, millions of adults experience emotional distress – yet only a small fraction ever speak to a mental ...
20/10/2025

In the Philippines, millions of adults experience emotional distress – yet only a small fraction ever speak to a mental health professional. For many, it’s not a matter of willingness, but access: therapy can be costly, services are scarce outside Metro Manila, and stigma still makes it hard to reach out.

This is where the Brief Psychological Services (BPS) of the Ateneo Bulatao Center comes in. Each ₱600 donation helps fund one free online counseling session for a Filipino in need. But what happens behind that single session?

Every BPS responder, a graduate student in psychology, undergoes a series of training on brief psychological interventions and continues to receive group and individual mentorship from licensed psychologists throughout the program. This ensures that every session is guided, ethical, and grounded in both compassion and science.

And while BPS offers only one to two sessions, for many of our clients, it’s their first time talking to a mental health professional. Sometimes, even one conversation can help someone see themselves with more clarity, find hope, or take the next step toward long-term healing.

If you believe that mental health care should be within everyone’s reach, this is one simple way to make it possible.

💙 Sponsor a session today: bit.ly/BuDonate
Your support keeps this space open — one conversation at a time.

The Ateneo Bulatao Center’ Community-Based Services (CBS) is opening additional slots for Katatagan Plus Program!Are you...
17/10/2025

The Ateneo Bulatao Center’ Community-Based Services (CBS) is opening additional slots for Katatagan Plus Program!

Are you interested in improving your resilience to prepare for the upcoming semester? If so, sign up for our FREE Katatagan Plus program!

Katatagan Plus is an evidence- and community-based mental health and early intervention program for individuals at risk for mental health issues. The program uses a bio-psycho-social-spiritual framework and aims to help individuals experiencing adversity develop adaptive coping skills such as emotion regulation, stress management, interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills in order for them to become more resilient. These skills can help in managing challenges both in the short and long term.

The program will be conducted online for 8 modules facilitated once a week, on weekends from October until December. Certificates of completion will be given to those who complete all 8 sessions and the pre- and post-test evaluations. Please note that this program is not a replacement for psychotherapy.

To sign-up for the Katatagan Plus Program, please fill-up this link here: bit.ly/CBSkatatagan You can also scan the QR code on the poster.

If you have any questions, please message us on Facebook or send an email to community.bulataocenter@ateneo.edu . We look forward to helping you!

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These services are not a substitute for therapy nor act as a crisis hotline. If you are experiencing current distress and are in need of URGENT ATTENTION, please proceed to the emergency room of the hospital nearest you. You can also call:

DOH-NCMH Hotline: 0917-899-8727 or 02-7989-8727

Natasha Goulbourn Foundation Hopeline: 0917-558-4673, 0918-873-4673 and 02-8804-4673

In Touch Crisis Line: 0917-800-1123, 0922-893-8944 and 02-8893-7603

17/10/2025

To all our clients please take note that the Ateneo College Entrance Exam will take place on October 18-19. Please expect heavy traffic for your onsite sessions.

Disasters such as typhoons, earthquakes, or accidents can be unexpected and overwhelming. Such events can take on a psyc...
16/10/2025

Disasters such as typhoons, earthquakes, or accidents can be unexpected and overwhelming. Such events can take on a psychological toll. An awareness and understanding of our reactions to these events is an important first step in coping and coming to terms with tragic events.

SOME COMMON REACTIONS:
-Strong feelings of anxiety, grief, and sadness
-Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
-Disrupted sleep and eating
-Sensitivity to loud sounds
-Irritability and increased conflict with others
-Headaches, nausea, and chest pain, and other physical symptoms

HOW CAN WE COPE?
-Be aware of your feelings and give them a name.
- Allow yourself to mourn and adjust. It might take a while but giving yourself space is a good first step.
- Seek social support. Whether it’s with friends, family, or fellow victims, this can help feeling connected while you recover.
- Establish routines. Regular meals, sleep, and even exercise can help you regain a sense of control over the situation.
- Identify problematic situations and use problem solving strategies to try to resolve them effectively.

Even as these reactions may be common and to be expected, consider seeking professional help if you find these feelings persistent or intense.

✅ “Ateneo Bulatao Center never disappoints in giving trainings and workshops! Looking forward to attend more in the futu...
15/10/2025

✅ “Ateneo Bulatao Center never disappoints in giving trainings and workshops! Looking forward to attend more in the future. ❤️”

✅ “Comprehensive yet extensive!”

✅ “It's a sound overview of Narrative Therapy. You would want to see more of it.”

Back due to popular demand, the Ateneo Bulatao Center for Psychological Services will be running again the workshop entitled, "An Overview of Narrative Therapy" on November 26, Wednesday at the Ateneo de Manila University. This workshop is designed to offer an overview of the essential philosophy, knowledge, skills, and attitudinal orientation required in doing Narrative Therapy.

We invite you mental health and allied professionals to participate in this enriching opportunity to further develop your professional practice of psychotherapy. Limited slots are open and pre-registration is open until October 31st. To register, sign up using this link: bit.ly/BU_ONT.

✨We’re excited to make stories with you!✨

Our slots for Paid Psychotherapy Services are now open.Sign up through bit.ly/BuCenterOnline to get started.If you have ...
15/10/2025

Our slots for Paid Psychotherapy Services are now open.

Sign up through bit.ly/BuCenterOnline to get started.
If you have any further inquiries you may send us a message or email us at bulataocenter.ls@ateneo.edu

Let's process it together.

October is World Mental Health Month! This year, our focus is Access to Services – Mental Health in Catastrophes and Eme...
10/10/2025

October is World Mental Health Month! This year, our focus is Access to Services – Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies. Amidst the natural disasters, health crises, and political turmoil, our country may be experiencing, mental health needs to be part of our consideration.

According to the World Health Organization, 22% of people who have experienced war or conflict in the previous 10 years tend to suffer from some form of mental illness/condition. On top of this, about 13% of those exposed to conflict may also experience milder forms of depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.

SO WHAT CAN WE DO?
- Volunteer to assist in evacuation centers in affected areas. Addressing basic needs is a key step to mitigating the negative effects of conflicts and disasters. Reach out to an NGO or group who are mobilizing help.

- Provide information on accessible resources. Encourage help-seeking behaviors by providing accessible mental health support. Some of these are as follows:

DOH-NCMH Hotline:
0917-899-8727
02-7989-8727

In Touch Crisis Line:
0917-800-1123

0922-893-8944
02-8893-7603

Natasha Goulbourn
Foundation Hopeline:
0917-558-4673

0918-873-4673
02-8804-4673

In the wake of the recent earthquake in Cebu and the back-to-back tropical storms Nando and Opong, we recognize how disa...
06/10/2025

In the wake of the recent earthquake in Cebu and the back-to-back tropical storms Nando and Opong, we recognize how disasters can leave not only physical damage but also emotional wounds.
Since 2021, the Brief Psychological Services (BPS) of the Ateneo Bulatao Center has been offering free short-term online counseling sessions to Filipinos in distress. BPS was born out of the call to service during the pandemic and Super Typhoon Odette, when our psychologists-in-training came together to provide immediate mental health support to those most affected.
Today, we continue this mission. If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling to cope, you do not have to carry it alone. Our trained BPS providers are here to listen, support, and help you find ways forward. 💙
📌 Sign up here: bit.ly/BPSEntryForm
Please note that BPS provides 1–2 brief online sessions, not long-term psychotherapy or crisis intervention. Due to a high demand, there may be a waiting period before you get matched with a responder.
⚠️ If you are in urgent distress, please contact these 24/7 hotlines:
• DOH-NCMH: 0917-899-8727 / 02-7989-8727
• Hopeline: 0917-558-4673 / 0918-873-4673 / 02-8804-4673
• In Touch: 0917-800-1123 / 0922-893-8944 / 02-8893-7603

Being there for others and showing compassion can get the best of us feeling spent, exhausted or even resentful at times...
02/10/2025

Being there for others and showing compassion can get the best of us feeling spent, exhausted or even resentful at times. This is particularly common for those in helping professions--medical professionals, educators, community workers, and even service crew.

WHEN DOES ONE EXPERIENCE FATIGUE?
There is no criteria but common signs are:
- feeling numb or irritable
- difficulty sleeping
- lack of focus
- actively avoiding work

HOW CAN WE PREVENT THIS ESCALATION?
- Think of rest as a Responsibility. If we want to care of others better, then we have to take care of ourselves first. In service work, we are our primary asset.
- So, set clear boundaries. You can always get back to caring for others later. Honor and treat as 'sacred' the time you set aside for self care.
- Seek Peer Support. Have space where you can share and decompress with, and feel seen by other people. Connecting with others can be life giving.

Remember, this is not a choice between caring for yourself or other people. Making space and balancing both is the more compassionate option. You can then maintain the quality of care you extend to others as you care for your own needs as well.

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Quezon City
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