Wellbeing First Aid

Wellbeing First Aid Mental health educator, counsellor & advocate.

Mental Health Educator 💚

✅Online Counselling Sessions
✅Mental Health First Aid training
✅Staff Wellbeing Workshops
✅Mental Health Lessons for Schools
✅Wellbeing Talks and Keynotes
✅Workplace Wellbeing Consultancy

ADHD-friendly | Person Centred I offer 1-to-1 online counselling for adults across the UK, and deliver Mental Health First Aid training and wellbeing workshops for organisations, scho

ols and communities. My approach is person-centred and grounded in empathy, warmth, and a strong commitment to accessibility, ADHD-friendly practice, and anti-racist, inclusive support.

How is it September already? This year is flying!As we start thinking about wrapping up the year, I wanted to let you kn...
09/09/2026

How is it September already? This year is flying!

As we start thinking about wrapping up the year, I wanted to let you know about an opportunity to become a Certified Mental Health First Aider before 2026 comes to a close 🎓

If you’ve been looking for a way to deepen your understanding of wellbeing and find out how to support those around you, this online Mental Health First Aid course might be just what you need. It’s designed for anyone who wants to make a difference, whether you’ve experienced mental ill health yourself or simply want to be better equipped to help others 💚

UPCOMING ONLINE COURSE DATES:
7th & 8th October
4th & 5th November

So, if finishing the year as a Mental Health First Aider is on your list, feel free to drop me a DM or head over to my website (link in bio) to secure your spot on the October or November sessions.

On 10th September, its WORLD SU***DE PREVENTION DAY. Every life is precious, and with a bit more information, you might ...
03/09/2026

On 10th September, its WORLD SU***DE PREVENTION DAY. Every life is precious, and with a bit more information, you might be able to help save someone’s life

💬 Start the Conversation
Sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do is listen.

Here are some tips:

You don’t need all the answers. Just being there can make a huge difference.

Never promise to keep suicidal thoughts a secret. It’s super important to speak up to keep someone safe.

Looking after yourself is vital, especially after supporting someone through a crisis.

🗣️ Ask the Question
Always ask if you think someone is thinking about su***de. It shows you care and can make a big difference.

Keep checking in, even if they seem better.

🚨 What to Do in a Crisis
Dial 999
Call NHS 111
Call Samaritans at 116 123
Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258

🛠️ Su***de Prevention Toolkit
Check out the MHFAider Su***de Prevention Toolkit on the MHFAider Support App. It includes sections on su***de awareness, workplace prevention, and a safety plan.

Put up a Su***de Support Posterhttps://www.wellbeingfirstaid.co.uk/_files/ugd/09b1ae_ffd24dcc7b794800a5f9af20c080818b.pdf in your office to mark the day and help to start the conversation

Access free resources on our website https://www.wellbeingfirstaid.co.uk/resources

Together, let's break the stigma and support each other. We can make a difference💚

New term. New timetable. New pile of things to remember. Before the diary fills up again, I wanted to share something th...
01/09/2026

New term. New timetable. New pile of things to remember.

Before the diary fills up again, I wanted to share something that might help.

Every September feels like a bit of a fresh start. New faces, new routines, and hopefully a little more energy in the tank after the summer.

It's also a good moment to pause before things get busy, and have a think about what you want wellbeing to look like at your school this year. Not in a big, formal way. More like the conversation you'd have over a cuppa with a colleague about what's actually working well, and where people might want a bit more confidence.

I've put together a free, 5-minute Whole School Wellbeing Check-in to help with exactly that. It's a look at three areas:

- support for pupils

- confidence and support for staff

- how wellbeing is understood and embedded across the whole school

It works well brought into an INSET day, a staff meeting, or just sat with over a coffee before the pupils are back.

New term, new start. A good moment to reset, together, and begin the year with a bit more clarity about what wellbeing looks like at your school.

I'd love to hear from you. What's one thing your school does that helps young people feel seen, heard and supported?

👇 Link to the blog and free download below.

https://www.wellbeingfirstaid.co.uk/post/when-school-feels-hard

Results day is about so much more than results. I’m always asking young people about what’s stressing them out, and thes...
20/08/2026

Results day is about so much more than results. I’m always asking young people about what’s stressing them out, and these are the things that come up time and time again (no matter what time of year it is);

“Exam results”
“Results day”
“Exams. My future”
“My future”

For parents and carers today, the results might be thing in front of you but underneath it is likely fear, hope, uncertainty and a bit of “what do I do now?”

Sometimes the most helpful reaction we can have is no reaction. Pause and listen first. Stay calm. And focus on connection. Let them feel what they’re feeling and be alongside side them in it, without jumping to solve it or fix it.

“I’m here with you, we’ll work this out together” 💚

We're well into the Summer holidays now, and I was surprised this week when I looked at my TES profile download stats. M...
12/08/2026

We're well into the Summer holidays now, and I was surprised this week when I looked at my TES profile download stats.

My latest free school resource has got more downloads than my other resources combined.

At the end of one of my mental health awareness sessions last term, I asked the kids to write down one commitment they wanted to make to support their mental health.

One of them wrote:
"Not going to school."

It made me laugh 😂 Such a teenager answer.

But the more I think about it, the more it makes me think, what might school really be like for a young person if not going to school seems like the best thing they could do for their mental health?

So I wrote a blog about it and created a free resource for schools off the back of it. A free 5-minute Whole School Wellbeing Check-in for school leaders or teaching staff.

It's a quick conversation starter to help you recognise what’s already working in terms of wellbeing at your school and consider what your school might like to build on next.

You can complete it on your own, use it to start a conversation with colleagues or bring it into a leadership meeting.

The link to the full blog (and the free 5-minute Whole School Wellbeing Check-in) is below 💚

https://www.wellbeingfirstaid.co.uk/post/when-school-feels-hard

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering…💭 “What do I even say when someone I care about is struggling?”💭 “What if I get ...
07/08/2026

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering…

💭 “What do I even say when someone I care about is struggling?”
💭 “What if I get it wrong? I don’t want to make it worse”

…you’re not alone. These are some of the most common things I hear from people attending Mental Health First Aid training.

Book your place on an online MHFA England certified course:

This is a two day training course that could genuinely change how you see, understand and respond to mental health, inside and outside of the workplace 💚

In a small, supportive group, you’ll explore how to:

✔ Notice when someone might be experiencing poor mental health
✔ Offer support with empathy and confidence
✔ Look after your own wellbeing while supporting others

The sessions are live, online and interactive, with space for real conversation, reflection and connection.

Upcoming Dates:

2nd & 3rd September | 9am–5:15pm (in person, Leeds)

9th & 10th September | 9am–5:15pm (online)

16th & 17th September | 9am–5:15pm (online)

23rd & 24th September | 9am–5:15pm (online)

30th September & 1st October | 9am–5:15pm (online)

7th & 8th October | 9am–5:15pm (online)

4th & 5th November | 9am–5:15pm (online)

2nd & 3rd December | 9am–5:15pm (online)

💌 To find out more, look at further dates in 2026 or reserve your place, see link below

https://www.wellbeingfirstaid.co.uk/courses

Alternatively, DM or email me at [email protected]

Every conversation matters and learning how to have them can make all the difference 💚

18/06/2026

I didn’t get to meet everyone or attend every session today, but the women I did get to hear from were absolutely amazing! They were so inspiring and knowledgeable and doing some incredible work to support women with their wellbeing

Please go and have a nose at their services, visit their websites, follow them and see how they could support you 💚
love - 🔥 firewalking
- Emotional eating
- Menopause Nutrition
- Sleep & Hypnotherapy
www.HilaryDancing.com - Bodywork
- Burnout
- Hormone balance, Endo & Perimenopause nutrition
zendelou - animal calming
- Lego team building and Massage therapy

Thank you SO much Christine Spencer for creating such an uplifting event! What a beautiful thing to bring into the world ✨❤️

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering…💭 “What do I even say when someone I care about is struggling?”💭 “What if I get ...
29/05/2026

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering…

💭 “What do I even say when someone I care about is struggling?”
💭 “What if I get it wrong? I don’t want to make it worse”

…you’re not alone. These are some of the most common things I hear from people attending Mental Health First Aid training.

Book your place on an online MHFA England certified course:

This is a two day training course that could genuinely change how you see, understand and respond to mental health, inside and outside of the workplace 💚

In a small, supportive group, you’ll explore how to:

✔ Notice when someone might be experiencing poor mental health
✔ Offer support with empathy and confidence
✔ Look after your own wellbeing while supporting others

The sessions are live, online and interactive, with space for real conversation, reflection and connection.

Upcoming Dates:

1st & 2nd July | 9am–5:15pm (online)

15th & 16th July | 9am–5:15pm (in person, Leeds)

12th & 13th August | 9am–5:15pm (online)

2nd & 3rd September | 9am–5:15pm (online)

9th & 10th September | 9am–5:15pm (online)

16th & 17th September | 9am–5:15pm (online)

23rd & 24th September | 9am–5:15pm (online)

💌 To find out more, look at further dates in 2026 or reserve your place, see link below, DM or email me at [email protected]
https://www.wellbeingfirstaid.co.uk/courses

Every conversation matters and learning how to have them can make all the difference 💚

It is absolutely scorching today, so this feels like the perfect time to say…Next week’s Mental Health First Aid course ...
26/05/2026

It is absolutely scorching today, so this feels like the perfect time to say…

Next week’s Mental Health First Aid course is online, which means you can train from home, stay near the fan, keep your iced coffee within reach, and still do something genuinely meaningful with your time 💚

This course is for anyone who wants to feel more confident supporting someone who may be experiencing poor mental health.

Across the course, you’ll learn how to:
✔ Spot early signs that someone may be struggling
✔ Start supportive conversations with more confidence
✔ Listen without judgement
✔ Signpost someone towards appropriate support
✔ Understand boundaries and look after your own wellbeing too

You’ll leave as a certified Mental Health First Aider for 3 years, with practical tools you can use at work, at home, and in your wider community 💚

There are still spaces available on my online June course next week

Book your place here:
🔗 https://www.wellbeingfirstaid.co.uk/courses/june2026

I also have course dates listed on my website up to December, so there are a few options available if June feels a bit too soon

See all upcoming dates here:
🔗 https://www.wellbeingfirstaid.co.uk/courses

Come for the air-conditioned learning-from-home vibes…

Stay for the skills that can help create kinder, more supportive spaces where people feel safer to talk 💚

22/05/2026

Free clickable PDF guide 💚

Mental health support resources for young people, all in one easy-to-save place.

For teachers, youth workers, parents, carers and safeguarding leads.

Download via the link in my bio 🌈

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