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The Working Mind
The Working Mind (TWM) is an evidence-based training program designed to begin a shift in how you think, act, and feel about mental health. This program provides practical knowledge and skills to help reduce stigma.
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Benefits of TWM:
Mental Health Literacy: Understand the nuances of mental health and illness, recognizing early signs in yourself and others.
Communication Skills: Develop a common language to support conversations about Mental Health between colleagues and within teams.
Stigma Reduction: Our evidence-based programs are proven to combat stigma and cultivate a supportive atmosphere for those facing mental health challenges.
Results Driven: Psychological health incidents are the number one cause of disability leave in Canada. The Working Mind is proven to increase resiliency, create a healthier, more productive workplace, and feel about mental health.
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The Working Mind has several adaptations tailored to specific industries and delivered separately for employees and managers, catering to specific needs and roles. These include TWM First Responder, Legal Sector, Health Care, Long-term Care, Oral Health Professionals, Trades, and Sports.
Private courses can be scheduled for eight or more participants. Course bundling discounts are also available. If you have any questions please let me know.
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) provides you with the skills needed to extend crucial support to individuals navigating mental health crises or challenges. Much like traditional first aid, MHFA fosters the ability to identify common signs of distress and deliver immediate aid until professional assistance is accessible​.
Course Structure
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Module 1: Self-Directed (2 Hours): An introductory module that lays the foundation of MHFA actions.
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Module 2: Live Classroom (3.5 hours): Focuses on applying MHFA actions in scenarios of declining mental well-being and adapting conversations for diverse groups.
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Module 3: Live Classroom (3.5 hours): Enhances skills in crisis management and highlights the importance of self-care.
Participants will learn to:
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Assess the risk of suicide and/or harm
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Listen non-judgmentally
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Give reassurance
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Encourage professional support
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Self- Care
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Psychological Health & Safety
Introduction to PHS:
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Live Virtually Facilitated Training
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1/2 day (4 hours)
Psychological health and safety must be embedded throughout workplace systems and practices to protect workers and provide safer systems to reduce risk and prevent psychological harm.​
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In this half-day facilitator-led training program, participants will learn the basics of psychological health and safety and why it matters. Discover the essential elements that contribute to a psychologically healthy and safe workplace.
Integrating PHS:
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Live Virtually Facilitated Training
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2 half-days (5 hours each)
Learning Objectives
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Understand how to use the OM PHS Integration Framework to embed PHS throughout an organization
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Create a plan for next steps to improve the level of PHS integration in a workplace.
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Participants will learn how to integrate PHS throughout workplace systems and practices that are common in many organizations. Learners will understand the key elements of work that affect PHS within their organization. Introduced to the Opening Minds PHS Integration Framework and how to use it in guiding an organization to put PHS into practice in the key areas of work.
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This course helps participants prepare for measuring the level of PHS integration through a PHS Assessment that demonstrates how organizations can be supported to make resource allocation decisions for system improvements. Participants should have competent knowledge of the differences between mental health and psychological health and safety. Learners who are new to the concept of PHS or have limited knowledge should consider attending the Introduction to PHS course to ensure they have the foundational knowledge for the Integrating PHS course.
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One-hour Webinar Sessions
These one or two-hour sessions can be scheduled as private sessions for an organization. They are scheduled quarterly for individual registration. If there is a session you are interested in that is not available on the course registration page, please email me about your interest, and I will see if there is space available to add to the current schedule. Each webinar course includes a post-course handout.
Cultivating Self-Compassion
In this transformative interactive online one-hour education session on self-compassion, participants will learn through guided exercises and insightful discussions to cultivate a nurturing inner voice. By the end of the session, attendees will have powerful tools to navigate life's challenges with greater self-acceptance and begin developing a healthier relationship with themselves.
Mental Health: Moral Injury / Vicarious Trauma
Attending this training can be a valuable step towards optimizing your mental fitness and overall well-being and provides strategies for building resilience. By learning about moral injury, vicarious trauma, and workplace stressors, you can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges that can impact your mental health. Remember, just as you would invest in your physical fitness, taking the time to invest in your mental fitness is crucial for leading a fulfilling and balanced life.
Building Resilience in Adversity
In this empowering online one-hour education session on resilience, participants will explore the key components of resilience. Through examples and interactive activities, attendees will learn how to adapt positively to change, overcome setbacks, and bounce back from difficult experiences. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with practical strategies to build resilience and embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.
Family Mental Health
This invaluable one-hour education session centres around fostering mental well-being within the family unit. Through discussions and insights, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of communication, empathy, and support in maintaining a mentally healthy family environment. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on recognizing signs of mental health concerns and accessing appropriate resources.
Inclusive Leadership: Supporting Mental Well-being, Accessibility, and Neurodiversity.
This two hour workshop will provide leaders with the knowledge and strategies to create an inclusive and supportive work environment. Participants will examine the importance of mental well-being, accessibility, and neurodiversity in the workplace. Mental Well-being, where leaders will learn to recognize signs of distress and implement supportive strategies; Accessibility Needs, which covers practical approaches to identifying and addressing barriers in the workplace; and Neurodiversity, which emphasizes understanding, accommodating, and leveraging neurodivergent strengths. By the end of the workshop, leaders will better understand how to support their teams' diverse needs while maintaining effective leadership.
Two Part Series:
1. How trauma is stored in the brain
2. Trauma recovery: types of treatments/therapy and how they work.
Coming soon, two one-hour sessions.
Self Care: A Practical Path to Well-Being
Coming soon...