Meet Our Founder
Chen Tan is a clinical psychologist and the founder of Inner Peace PH. He has completed his master’s degree at the University of San Carlos and his Graduate Diploma in Applied Positive Psychology from The School of Positive Psychology, Singapore.
Professionally, Chen handles many hats from directing clinics, promoting mental health through insightful events, to counseling a number of clients. Whatever the platform, he is very passionate about mental health and awareness.
In practice, Chen specializes in trauma and attachment-informed therapies that aid his clients from all sorts of psychological trauma. Some modalities he uses include EMDR, compassion-focused therapy, and positive psychotherapy.
When he is not working, he enjoys exercising, playing mobile and console games, and sharing fun memes!
Professional Background
License, Certification, and Award
- Licensed Psychologist in the Philippines – PRC #0001156
- Certified Mental Health First Responder and Instructor
- Top 50 Global Mental Health Leader Award by the World Health & Wellness Congress & Awards
- Certified Trauma Counselor
Current Position
- Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Inner Peace PH
- Independent Contractor/Instructor at Mental Health First Response
- Clinical Director at Gestalt Wellness Institute Southeast Asia, Inc.
Professional Experience
- Expert Panel at the Public Governance Forum by the Institute for Solidarity in Asia (ISA)
- Performance Coach at Leadership Excellence Achievement Program Cebu, Batch 10 (LEAP 10 Cebu)
- Team Development Consultant at Cebu Teambuilding Facilitators Network (CTFN), Talisay City
- Post-graduate Intern at Magone Home Aftercare Services (MHAS), Cotcot, Liloan
- Addiction Counselor at 180 Degrees Rehabilitation Center, Mandaue City
- Psychology Instructor at University of Cebu – Banilad Campus, Cebu City
Clinical Trainings Attended
- 36th National Annual Conference and Workshops by Iota Phi Counseling and Professional Honor Society (October 26-27, 2023)
- Trauma Counselor Online Workshop by EMDR Philippines (October 8-9, 2022)
- Global Mental Health Certification Course by the University of Washington (January 25, 2021 – April 4, 2021)
- Mental Health First Aid for COVID-19 Online Only by American Red Cross (April 29, 2020)
- Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Training (PBIS) by Restore Child and Family Services (February 18, 2020)
- Mental Health First Response Instructor Training by MHFR (February 24-25, 2019)
- 3- Day Basic Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Seminar-Workshop by the University of Sto. Tomas Psychotrauma Clinic (March 25-27, 2017)
Get to know Mr. Chen Tan in this quick video greeting!
If you’re seeking compassionate and expert psychological support, please get in touch with us to schedule an appointment and take the next step on your journey to well-being.
