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Liva Employees at the 44th Annual Conference of the Japanese Clinical Psychology Association

On September 28, 2025, two representatives from Liva Inc., Yoshiko Takahashi and Junko Takeishi, will present at the autonomous symposium during the 44th Annual Conference of the Japanese Clinical Psychology Association (JCPA). This notable event will focus on mental health recovery support services, particularly through Liva’s innovative program that integrates Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MiCBT) into their practices.

The presentation aims to outline the practical implementation of MiCBT in the field. Participants will get insights into the flow and content of Liva’s return-to-work and re-employment assistance programs, showcasing how these strategies can enact positive change for individuals experiencing mental health challenges.

Symposium Details

• - Date: September 28, 2025
• - Format: Online (limited to association members)

Speakers (In order of appearance)

• - Organizer: Makiko Kurita (Representative of MiCBT Institute Japan)
• - Moderator: Makiko Kurita
• - Presenters:

1. Makiko Kurita
2. Mayuko Doi
3. Junko Takeishi (Liva Inc.)
4. Yoshiko Takahashi (Liva Inc.)

Session Overview

1. Overview and Practicum of MiCBT (Presenter: Kurita)
2. Clinical Practice Report on Group Therapy in Private Rework Programs – Practical Strategies (Presenter: Takahashi)
3. Reflections and Insights from MiCBT Basic Course Participation (Presenters: Doi & Takeishi)
4. Q&A Session

What is MiCBT?

MiCBT is a therapeutic approach originating from Australia, combining mindfulness training with the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Instead of forcing changes to thoughts and emotions, the method emphasizes recognizing and objectively observing them as they are. This nurturing of awareness enhances individuals' abilities to cope with stress and has proven effective across various mental health symptoms, age groups, cultural backgrounds, and co-morbid conditions. Currently, it is gaining international recognition due to its solid evidence base.

For more detailed information on MiCBT, view here.

About the Japanese Clinical Psychology Association

Established in 1982, the JCPA’s mission is to foster collaboration among professionals involved in psychological clinical work, promoting advances in psychological clinical science while enhancing the quality and stability of its members. As of August 31, 2018, the association has over 29,750 members, making it the largest psychology association in Japan.

For more information, visit the official JCPA website.

About Liva Inc.

Liva Inc. is dedicated to creating an infrastructure for living authentically, focusing on support services for individuals experiencing mental health difficulties, such as its flagship program LivaTore. The organization aspires to provide mechanisms for continuous challenges and exploration of one’s true self.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Liva Inc.
• - Address: 4F YP Toranomon, 2-35-2 Nishi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-0003
• - CEO: Takashi Ito
• - Established: August 2010
• - Capital: 14,000,000 JPY
• - Website: liva.co.jp

For inquiries related to this event, contact:

• - Phone: 03-6809-1604 (Available 9 AM to 6 PM, excluding weekends and holidays)
• - Email: [email protected]