Mental health challenges and stigma continue to impact employee wellbeing, workplace culture, and organizational performance. Many employees and leaders lack the confidence, language, and tools to recognize declining mental health or respond effectively. This program addresses stigma, promotes proactive mental health practices, and supports the creation of psychologically safer and more resilient workplaces.
The Working Mind (TWM) is an evidence-based mental health training program designed to shift how people think, feel, and act with respect to mental health in the workplace. The program moves beyond illness-focused approaches by promoting awareness, resilience, and supportive workplace culture. Participants learn to recognize signs of declining mental health in themselves and others, engage in open conversations, and apply practical strategies to support wellbeing and psychological safety.
This course has different versions for employees or leaders/managers.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
- Employees at all organizational levels
- Supervisors and people managers
- Middle and senior leadership
- Organizations seeking to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health culture
- Sector-specific groups (e.g., trades, healthcare, legal, public service)
PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN:
- How to understand mental health and mental illness in a workplace context
- How stigma (self, public, and structural) impacts individuals and organizations
- How to recognize signs of declining mental health in themselves and others
- How to use the Mental Health Continuum as a practical awareness tool
- Strategies to manage stress and build resilience
- How to engage in supportive, psychologically safe conversations
- How leaders can support team mental health and respond appropriately
COURSE OUTLINE
Introduction
- Mental health in the workplace
- Program objectives and shared expectations
Mental Health and Stigma
- Understanding mental health and mental illness
- Types of stigma: self, public, and structural
- How stigma affects individuals, teams, and workplace culture
The Mental Health Continuum Tool
- Overview of the Mental Health Continuum
- Recognizing stages: healthy, reacting, injured, ill
- Using the continuum for self-awareness and team awareness
Stress and Resilience
- Common personal and workplace stressors
- Understanding stress responses
- Proactive resilience and coping strategies
- Practical tools such as:
- Deep breathing
- Mental rehearsal
- Positive self-talk
- Goal setting
Supporting Your Team (Manager / Leader Version Only)
- Applying the continuum tool in leadership roles
- How to have healthy conversations about mental health
- Responding to signs of distress or decline
- Supporting return-to-work and accommodations
- Managing critical incidents and providing appropriate support
Summary and Evaluations
- Key takeaways and reflection
- Practical application planning
- Participant feedback and evaluation
METHODOLOGY
The course is delivered using interactive and practical learning methods including facilitated discussion, real-world scenarios, breakout groups, worksheets, and self-check tools such as the Mental Health Continuum Self-Check. Delivery can be adapted to in-person, virtual, or blended formats to meet organizational needs.
This course is typically offered in a one-day format. Length will vary depending on target audience (employees or leaders/managers).
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