Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the non-professional support offered to a person developing poor mental health, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health condition or in a mental health crisis. This can include in a work, home, or community setting.
Psychosis conditions, including schizophrenia, are treatable mental health problems that can affect anyone, although very few people talk about the conditions and their impact on families. Millions of people across the globe find themselves thrust unexpectedly into a role providing support and care when a relative develops psychosis.
This workshop explores men’s mental health through the lens of stigma, identity, and vulnerability. It creates a safe and supportive space to reflect on how societal expectations, language, and traditional ideas of masculinity can influence emotional wellbeing and help-seeking.
The aim of this workshop is to provide attendees with an understanding of some of the practical and theoretical tips they can adopt to support themselves and others.
Motivational Interviewing is more than just a technique – it’s a powerful, person-centred approach to communication that helps people explore their own motivations for change.
Self-harm statistics appear to be on the increase, year on year; affecting people of all ages, genders and backgrounds. This session provides a comprehensive overview and aims to educate professionals and volunteers using both lived experience and professional background, as well as signposting to other resources and agencies.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood and carries stigma in society, leading to misconceptions and challenges for those affected. This training aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of OCD, its impact, and effective strategies to support individuals living with this condition.
This training provides a comprehensive grasp of grief support. It covers the diverse nature of grief, highlighting its fluid stages and individualised experiences. Communication strategies focus on active listening and sensitive discussions surrounding loss.
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions which can involve impacted eating habits and different feelings about food, weight, and body image. These conditions can affect a person’s emotions and physical health, and they’re not just about wanting to look a certain way.
This training course will provide a general introduction to the complex topic of hoarding behaviours and hoarding disorder. Delegates will gain a better knowledge and range of skills to motivate and support individuals that hoard with greater insight into how hoarding presents itself. There will be a focus on managing some of the more practical challenges of supporting individuals who hoard and how to approach this.
Motivational Interviewing is more than just a technique – it’s a powerful, person-centred approach to communication that helps people explore their own motivations for change.
