TTDA: Support for a gay individual facing psychological difficulties.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE MASTER'S PROJECT

1. Student's full name: Nguyen Thanh Tung 2. Gender: Male

3. Date of birth: November 19, 2001

4. Place of birth: Vinh Phuc

5. Decision on student admission No. 5626/QD-XHNV dated December 29, 2023, by the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

6. Changes in the training process: None

7. Project Title: Support for a Gay Individual with Psychological Difficulties 

8. Major: Clinical Psychology; Code: 8310402

9. Scientific supervisor: Dr. Nguyen Huu Chien – Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vietnam National University, Hanoi

10. Summary of project results:

This project focuses on providing psychological support to a gay client exhibiting depression and difficulties in self-acceptance. The project outlines the theoretical basis of mental health in LGBTQ+ clients and the impact of social prejudice on the formation of negative emotions. It also details the assessment and intervention process based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) combined with mindfulness and relaxation techniques. Results show that the client experienced a significant reduction in depression and developed a more positive self-image. The client gradually learned to identify and regulate negative thoughts, strengthened self-acceptance, and communicated more openly, thereby significantly improving their emotional state and the quality of their social relationships.

11. Practical applications:

This project has practical applications in counseling and therapy for LGBTQ+ clients or young people struggling with self-acceptance. The support process and techniques used can be flexibly adapted to individual counseling, school, and hospital settings.

12. Future research directions: None

13. Published works related to the project: None

INFORMATION ON PROJECT

1. Full name: Nguyen Thanh Tung 2. Sex: Male

3. Date of birth: 19/11/2001 4. Place of birth: Vinh Phuc

5. Admission decision number 5626/QD-XHNV dated December 29, 2023, signed by the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

6. Changes in academic process: None

7. Official project title:Psychological Support for a Homosexual Individual with Mental Health Difficulties

8. Major: Clinical Psychology (Applied Orientation) 9. Code: 8310402

10. Supervisors: Dr. Nguyen Huu Chien, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vietnam National University, Hanoi

11. Summary of the findings of the project:

The project focuses on implementing a psychological support process for an LGBTQ+ client exhibiting symptoms of depression and difficulties in self-acceptance. The project presents the theoretical basis of mental health among LGBTQ+ clients and the impact of social bias on the formation of negative emotions, while also detailing the assessment and intervention process based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) combined with mindfulness and relaxation techniques. Results indicate that the client has significantly reduced their level of depression and developed a more positive self-view. The client gradually learned to identify and adjust negative thoughts, strengthen self-acceptance, and communicate more openly, thereby significantly improving emotional well-being and the quality of relationships.

12. Practical applicability:

The project has practical applicability in counseling and therapy for LGBTQ+ clients or young individuals experiencing difficulties with self-acceptance. The support process and techniques used can be flexibly applied in individual counseling, school settings, and hospital contexts.

13. Further research directions: None

14. Project -related publications: None