Straight Talk About Mental Health 15

The Psychosocial Center cordially invites you to the 6th annual “Let’s Talk Frankly About Mental Health” event, held under the patronage of the Mayor of Košice, Jaroslav Polaček, with the aim of raising awareness about the need to protect and care for mental health at every age.

The event will take place on October 15, 2026 (Thursday) at 9:00 a.m. at Kulturpark (Alfa Building) at 2 Kukučínova Street in Košice.

We have prepared the following topics:

• Trauma—How It Is Imprinted on the Body and How It Is Treated

PhDr. Jana Tverďáková – clinical psychologist

• The Inner Critic: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion

PhDr. Judita Šárik Szilágyiová – clinical psychologist

• Fear as a Basic Emotion and What to Do When It Becomes Excessive

MUDr. Alžbeta Malejčiková – psychiatrist

Due to limited seating capacity , registration is required via the QR code provided in the attached invitation or directly through the form: Registration for the event “Straight Talk About Mental Health” – fill out the form

The program is intended for students of psychology and social work, as well as professionals in the helping professions, but it is also open to the general public.

The discussion will once again be available to watch via an online stream. A link to the stream will be posted on the website psc.kosice.sk on the day of the event .