Description
Course overview…
01 Understanding mental health – Explore what mental health means, why it matters and the role it plays in our everyday lives and wellbeing.
02 Looking after yourself – Explore practical approaches to self-care and ways to strengthen your personal resilience.
03 Noticing + nudging change – Become more aware of your own wellbeing and explore how small, positive shifts can make a meaningful difference.
04 Journalling for wellbeing – Discover how journalling can create space for reflection and become a practical tool for supporting your mental health.
05 Habits + mental health – Explore the connection between everyday habits and wellbeing, and how intentional choices can support positive mental health.
06 Finding further support – Reflect on your learning and understand where to find additional resources, support and opportunities to continue learning.
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Practical resources included
Take your learning beyond the course.
Included with your course is a collection of practical resources to help you put some of the ideas explored in the training into practice:
🎧 Mindfulness tracks
💤 Sleep worksheet bundle
🧠 Anxiety worksheet bundle
Use them to explore practical wellbeing strategies, support reflection and develop approaches that can help with sleep, anxiety and everyday mental wellbeing.
Certificate of completion included
Recognise your learning and professional development.
On completion of the course, you’ll receive a certificate recognising your learning.
The 1 hour of training may contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), depending on the requirements of your employer, professional body or membership organisation.
What you’ll learn…
By the end of this course, you’ll feel more confident to:
✓ Understand what mental health is and why it matters in your everyday life and wellbeing
✓ Use practical self-care strategies to support your wellbeing and build personal resilience
✓ Notice changes in your own wellbeing and identify small, positive shifts you can make
✓ Use journalling as a practical tool for reflection, awareness and balance
✓ Understand how habits can influence mental health and explore choices that support your wellbeing
✓ Know where to find further support and resources when you need them
Meet your trainer
Dr Erin Hope Thompson MBE
Erin is a UCL-trained Clinical Psychologist and founder of The Loss Foundation. Her own experience of bereavement led her to create the support she couldn’t find after her father’s death. Erin was awarded an MBE in 2021 for her work supporting people through grief.
What professionals say
“This MHFA training course provides a clear, practical, and compassionate introduction to understanding and supporting mental health. With its focus on self-care, resilience, and everyday strategies, it offers valuable tools for anyone wanting to strengthen their own wellbeing and feel more confident in supporting others.”
Dr Megan Hofmann
Clinical Psychologist
