Upcoming Workshops for 2026
Supporting Teen Wellbeing Workshop
Supporting Teen Wellbeing Workshop
MHFA England Accredited Courses
Become Youth Mental Health Aware
This introductory three-hour session raises awareness of young people’s mental health. It covers:
- Some of the common mental health issues affecting young people, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and psychosis
- Skills to work more effectively with young people living with mental health issues
- Ways to support young people with a mental health issue and relate to their experiences
Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities.
We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn.
Everyone who completes the session receives:
- A certificate confirming they are Youth Mental Health Aware
- A manual to keep and refer to whenever needed
Become a Youth Mental Health Champion
This one-day (8:30am–4:30pm) course trains you as a Youth MHFA Champion, giving you:
- An understanding of common mental health issues and how they can affect young people
- The ability to spot signs of mental ill health in young people and guide them to appropriate support
- Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness
- Skills to support positive wellbeing
We limit numbers to 16 people per course to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
Everyone who completes the course receives:
- A certificate of attendance confirming they are a Youth MHFA Champion
- A Youth MHFA manual for future reference
2-Day Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Youth Mental Health First Aiders receive three years of certification.
The course:
- Is available face-to-face or online
- Is delivered across four sessions (each 3.5 hours long)
- Is limited to 16 participants per course
Youth Mental Health First Aiders will be able to:
- Explain what mental health is
- Describe how to look after their own mental health and wellbeing
- Recognise the signs of poor mental health in young people
- Explain risk factors associated with poor mental health
- Apply the Youth MHFA action plan (ALGEE®) in a Youth Mental Health First Aid conversation
- Understand the role of a Youth MHFAider®
2-Day Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
Our course is ideal for anyone who’d like to gain the knowledge and skills to spot the signs of someone experiencing poor mental health, be confident to start a conversation, and signpost them to appropriate support.Â
Adult Mental Health First Aiders receive three years of certification.
The course:
- Is available face-to-face or online
- Is delivered across four sessions (each 3.5 hours long)
- Is limited to 16 participants per course
As an MHFAider you’ll be able to:Â
- Recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early interventionÂ
- Encourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other supportsÂ
- Practise active listening and empathyÂ
- Have a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigmaÂ
- Discuss the MHFAider role in depth, including boundaries and confidentialityÂ
- Practise self-careÂ
Mental Health Workshops
All workshops can be adapted for parents, teachers, or students. The hour-long presentation which can delivered face ot face or online is customised to meet the needs of each school and can cover general mental health awareness or focus on particular topics.
Depression
SELF HARM
ANXIETY
EATING DISORDERS
ANGER MANAGEMENT
LOW SELF-ESTEEM
Our workshops run concurrently with our MHFA training programmes and lunch and learn. You can find out more about these topics on our website.
Why the Role of Schools Matters
Schools have an important part to play in supporting young people with their mental health. Around 10% of children are now reported to have a diagnosable mental health condition. The sooner problems are identified, then the sooner a child can be supported. Sometimes the signs of a child or young person struggling can be difficult to spot, yet the more awareness there is in schools the more likelihood there is a child will feel comfortable expressing themselves and opening up to an adult they trust.
Our Mission and Objectives
- To raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of depression and other mental health issues in young adults
- To facilitate change in the way mental health is perceived by society
- To provide emotional support and education to young adults with mental health issues and their families
- To build emotional resilience in our young adults
- To enable young adults to thrive in our society
- To work alongside other charitable organisations who have the same objectives as our charity
Get in Touch
Would you like to learn more about our mental health training for teachers? Our friendly team are here to talk to you. Call us on 01737 910 907 to book an appointment. Alternatively, you can email us at info@thelucyraynerfoundation.com and a member of our team will respond to your enquiry as soon as possible.