As many as 1 in 5 children may experience mental health problems. In addition to the needs of young people, it is also crucial to think about the mental health of staff. Recent Department for Education advice recommends the need for continuous professional development for staff that ensures the promotion of good mental health.
With over 20 years experience in the NHS, I am passionate about improving mental health. With a wealth of experience of training and consulting to mental health and non-mental health professionals, I can bring this specialist expertise to support the needs of your staff.
I can provide bespoke training and consultancy to your school to help your pupils and staff identify, understand and manage mental health difficulties.
Specialist areas include:
Development of a strategic approach to supporting mental health within your school
Psychoeducation for teachers
Strategies for self-monitoring
Self-help skills
Skills to help teachers support the mental health of students
Bespoke packages can include:
Self-harm
Anxiety
Depression
Drug and alcohol use
Eating disorders
Self-esteem
