ACCIDENTAL COUNSELLOR WORKSHOP


Equipping HR with strategies for Employee Wellbeing

About the workshop

As an HR Leader or professional, have you ever found your self in the role of “accidental counsellor”?
While well-intentioned, trying to help without effective strategies can sometimes miss the mark, and do more harm than good. Our workshop equips you with the skills to navigate these sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism, whilst always considering the wellbeing of both yourself and the team you support.

 

Your learning experience 

  • Understand the Issue: Assess the impact of mental health in the workplace.
  • Know the Science: Learn about stress responses and their effects.
  • Spot the Signs: Recognise signs of stress and other mental health challenges.
  • Respond Effectively: Learn how to support others without overextending yourself.
  • Prioritise Self-Care: Set healthy boundaries and practice self-care.
  • Seek Professional Help: Know when to refer to additional support.
  • Promote Workplace Wellness: Develop a plan for mental health initiatives.
  • Practice: Opportunity for role plays.
  • Q&A: Chance to ask questions in a supportive group setting.

The Details

Workshop Name

Accidental Counsellor

Length

90 minutes

Audience 

Suitable for all HR professionals, Safety or People team members of all levels

Delivery Options  

Virtual - MS Team, Zoom or Google Meet

Resources 

Workshop Worksheet, resource page of mental health organisations & support options

  

The Mindstar Q&A session is a workshop highlight and offers participants a safe and supportive space to ask questions and share personal stories, fostering team learning and encouraging vulnerability.  

Meet your Facilitator

As Mindstar's Clinical & Customer Care Manager, Natalie is an accredited health professional with over 10 years of clinical expertise spanning Corporate, Mental Health services and NDIS. She has facilitated corporate training in health and wellbeing, including suicide prevention, and strategies to minimise aggression, trained and supported clinicians in their professional development and delivered tertiary-level lectures.

Natalie’s supportive facilitation style and evidence-based approach creates engaging and transformative learning experiences. With a deep understanding of human behaviour and a passion for empowering others, she connects with participants to inspire positive change. Whether working with individuals or teams, Natalie equips organisations with the tools to foster a culture of wellbeing and resilience.

Enquire today.

At Mindstar, our workshops are carefully designed to cultivate mental health awareness and promote wellbeing among employees within a safe and open atmosphere. Whether online or in person, each session delivers impactful messages that resonate and empower participants to carry these insights back to their teams.

Our workshops cover the most current and talked about workplace issues in Australia, ensuring they are not only topical but also deeply relevant to all participating teams. The Mindstar team is committed to crafting content that resonates and inspires positive change.

In collaboration with our client, Mindstar workshops are adaptable to different audiences and can be customised to suit specific organisations or scenarios. 

Make an enquiry now and let's collaborate to help you foster a healthier, more supportive workplace culture together.

Accidental Counsellor Workshop

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