Mental Health in the Workplace
A practical, skills-based programme that equips managers, supervisors, HR professionals and team leaders with the knowledge and confidence to recognise common mental health challenges in the workplace — and respond appropriately, empathetically and safely.
Leaders are usually the first to notice when someone is struggling.
Mental health in the workplace is no longer a topic organisations can afford to overlook. Rising workplace pressure, stress, burnout, anxiety and personal challenges all impact employee wellbeing, productivity, morale and overall performance. Managers are often the first to notice when someone is struggling — yet many feel uncertain about how to spot the warning signs, approach a sensitive conversation, or offer the right support.
This one-day workshop combines role-plays, scenario-based learning, group discussion and practical exercises so delegates leave able to identify potential indicators of concern, hold supportive conversations, and help build a psychologically safer working environment. Content is tailored in a prior meeting with your management team to align with your organisation's context, policies and industry — with follow-up sessions available on request.
At a glance
What your team will be able to do
Develop an in-depth understanding of workplace mental health risks
Identify and assess levels of psychological distress
Apply advanced communication and support skills
Deliver Psychological First Aid using the Look, Listen, Link model
Respond to crisis situations and follow escalation protocols
Maintain professional boundaries and practise self-care as a supporter
Contribute to policy recommendations personalised for your organisation
Built for the people who lead people
Seven modules, built around real workplace moments.
Workplace Mental Health Deep Dive
- Mental health model
- Risk vs. protective factors
- High-risk sectors
- Burnout vs. stress vs. mental health conditions
- Activity: Burnout self-assessment
Identifying & Assessing Distress
- Warning signs
- Activity: Scenario classification
Communication Skills for Support
- Advanced listening skills
- Containment
- Emotional support language
Psychological First Aid
- Structured model
- Handling panic attacks
- Responding to grief
- Support after a traumatic incident
Crisis Situations & Escalation
- Suicide warning signs
- Immediate response protocol
- When to involve HR and / or emergency services
Boundaries, Ethics & Manager Self-Care
- Compassion fatigue
- Role clarity
Building a Mentally Healthy Workplace
- Leadership behaviours
- Policy recommendations
- Activity: Team action plan
Run this workshop for your team
Hosted in-house at your premises or at a chosen venue. A pre-workshop meeting tailors the content to your organisation's context, policies and industry. Get in touch for a no-obligation quote.