TIWALA Recovery Coaching Program
Addiction and Mental Health Coaching Certification
Welcome to TIWALA
TIWALA—the Filipino word for trust—is the heart of healing: the bridge between coach and client, the belief that recovery is possible, and the courage to take the first step.
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Program Overview
TIWALA is a twelve-week, evidence-based certification program that equips participants to coach people facing substance and behavioral addictions—especially screen and gaming problems—within the Philippine context.
The curriculum integrates the RESET Five Pillars of Well-being, Sikolohiyang Pilipino, and Philippine addiction and mental-health law to build coaches who are scientifically grounded, culturally fluent, and ethically reliable.
TIWALA blends science, structure, and compassion—so coaches can walk beside clients with empathy, helpful tools, and professional boundaries.
RESET Five Pillars Alignment
Relationships
Rebuilding trust, repairing bonds, activating family and community supports.
Emotions
Naming and regulating feelings, building resilience, preventing relapse.
Spirituality
Restoring inner purpose, values, and meaning.
Energy
Regaining vitality through healthy routines in sleep, movement, nutrition, and balanced screen use.
Thought
Restructuring beliefs and cognitive patterns; clarifying choices, commitments, and next actions.
Who Should Enroll
- Community health workers, peer mentors, guidance counselors, and educators
- Nurses, social workers, psychologists, and allied professionals
- Faith and community leaders seeking ethical coaching skills
- Parents’ advocates and youth workers focused on screen and gaming concerns
Course Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
- Explain the science of addiction and the Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual view of recovery
- Describe Philippine systems and laws relevant to care, safety, and rights
Skills
- Build trust quickly; conduct structured sessions; screen for risk and impairment
- Use Motivational Enhancement microskills
- Coach families on digital-wellness routines
- Coordinate referrals and document ethically
Attitudes
- Cultural humility, trauma awareness, clear boundaries, hope-focused communication
Meet Our Program Authors
Dr. Salvador Benjamin Vista
President and Founder, Philippine Addiction Specialists Society (PASS)
A leading voice in advancing addiction treatment and recovery in the Philippines. With decades of experience as a psychiatrist, Dr. Vista brings both science and heart to the work of saving lives.
Dr. Paul Lawrence Filomeno
Pediatrician, PGH | Founder, Healthy Screens PH
Esteemed Pediatrician at the Philippine General Hospital, Addiction Specialist, and Founder of Healthy Screens PH. He is a passionate advocate for early intervention and holistic recovery, blending medical expertise with community-based care.
Fees, Policies, and Assistance
- Tuition: ₱25,000 (includes LMS access, live instruction, supervision, assessment)
- Promo: ₱12,500 until Oct 15, 2025
- Attendance policy: minimum 80%; one recorded make-up allowed
- Refunds and substitutions available; scholarship slots may be offered
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Secure your slot today and start your journey as a certified recovery coach.
