Practical mental health training for managers and teams, focused on real workplace conversations and situations.
Many organisations want to support mental health at work, but managers are often left unsure what to say or how far their role goes.
This training provides clear, practical guidance that fits real workplace situations, helping teams respond earlier, more confidently, and more consistently.
Delivered in-house across Scotland and the wider UK, or online for remote teams.
Feel more confident starting conversations and responding appropriately, without overthinking what to say.
Recognise changes in behaviour, communication, and performance that may indicate someone is struggling.
Use simple structures to keep conversations calm, clear and supportive, while understanding your role and limits.
People trained in mental health and suicide prevention
Specialist in workplace disability and reasonable adjustments
Background in mental health, addictions and housing
Direct experience supporting organisations and managers
I’ve worked across training, frontline support and employability, so I understand both the challenges individuals face and the pressures organisations are under.
My training focuses on what people can actually do differently in their role, not just what sounds good in theory.
I’ve seen first-hand how much difference the right support can make, and how easily people can be left unsure of what to do. That’s what this training is designed to fix.
I gather information about your team, roles, and any specific challenges so the training reflects real situations.
Interactive, practical and scenario-based. We focus on real conversations, not slides.
Participants leave with simple tools they can use immediately, with the option of follow-up support if needed.
A focused session designed to build core confidence quickly.
Covers:
Ideal for teams who want a clear, practical introduction without taking a full day away from work.
A more in-depth session with greater opportunity to practise and apply learning.
Includes:
Well suited for organisations looking to embed confidence more fully across their teams.
Yes, I’m based in Scotland and deliver in-house training across the UK.
Yes. While it’s particularly useful for managers, it’s also valuable for wider teams.
No. This training focuses specifically on workplace conversations, boundaries, and practical support in a work context.
Yes. I adapt content based on your organisation, sector, and real scenarios.
Sessions typically work best with groups of around 6–12 participants to allow for discussion and interaction, but this can be adjusted depending on your organisation.
Practical, expert-led training on mental health, reasonable adjustments and inclusive employment.
Led by Amanda O’Connell, Certified Disability Management Professional, with real-world experience in workplace wellbeing, disability inclusion and IPS/employability support.
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