Learn the vital early-detection and crisis response skills to protect your peers from suicide-risk. We the SafeTALK program as approachable, earnest workshops to help inform and empower leaders, peers, teachers & students.
Like some physical conditions, many mental health issues aren’t always obvious – if you aren’t trained to see the signs, you may not even know the person sitting across from you is in desperate need of help. But even when you notice that something isn’t right, it can feel difficult to act without the confidence to offer safe, informed support.
Suicide is a tragedy that occurs far too often – more than 3000 people every year, and the emotional toll on those closest incurs a higher risk and worse outcomes. But the simple fact remains: Suicide is preventable.
Anyone can combat suicide risk with awareness, early intervention, and crisis management. Understand the facts, identify the signs, learn the process to confidently and safely approach the person, and know that professional assistance is always within reach. With the right training, you can be a pillar of strength and stability for your peers. With the skills & knowledge learnt through SafeTALK, saving a life is easy – and we have countless stories from clients who tell us they have done just that.
We run SafeTALK to improve your understanding and abilities in suicide prevention and support. Whatever level of knowledge and experience you have, we’ll make sure the details and training are relatable and truly helpful.
Life is messy - whether it’s time, location, learning type, or anything else - we can modify our program to suit your requirements, and help you find value in SafeTALK. We prioritise accessibility and ensure that everyone 15 years and older can engage with the full experience.
Mental health can be a tough topic for many people. With deep respect for both the subject material and you, we make it easier to approach with a comfortable, safe atmosphere - and we even share a laugh from time to time.
If you can only engage with a small amount of mental health awareness training, SafeTALK is a suitable program to help you make an impact for your community and peers. We have additional programs to expand your knowledge down the track and further increase your support skills.
SafeTALK, much like the majority of our work, is intended to benefit individuals and businesses. We work with employers to plan non-disruptive courses and stepwise mental health training to contribute to professional development programs.
SafeTALK is for everyone aged 15 and older - we aim to make it equally accessible regardless of your experience in life. We offer sensory aids, fidget tools, and customised courses to give you the best experience. Don’t hesitate to tell us what you need.
We run SafeTALK, the training course developed by LivingWorks, to inform and empower people 15 and older with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to reduce suicide risk in the workplace, school, community and at home.
Throughout the 3.5-4 hour workshop, we’ll cover topics like; dispelling myths of suicide with reliable information, understanding and identifying early signs, assessing the risk of suicide and self harm, how to talk about suicidal thoughts, how to approach someone in a safe way, and how and when to contact professional assistance for yourself or a peer in need. After completing the course, we provide you with a certificate of attendance. This course can also be used for a range of Continual Professional Development programs.
We run SafeTALK workshops to give you and your peers the knowledge and tools to combat suicide risk. Together, we engage with the course material in a comfortable, respectful approach to help you find the following outcomes.
In Australia, and also the wider world, mental health outcomes continually fail to meet the standards of a healthy, functioning society. It’s an issue that deserves our attention – to overcome stigmas and create an environment where people are supported through tough times. We believe it can be achieved with a dedicated response from everyday people.
The Mental Health Coach is our way to improve the support available to vulnerable people all throughout society in a tangible, lasting way. With knowledge from evidence-based training and the confidence to share experiences with peers, we work with you to make a difference.
Nick started The Mental Health Coach with this in mind. From his background as coach, counsellor, facilitator and leader of multidisciplinary teams, he came to understand the wide variety of ways different people engage with learning.
Through programs like the globally-recognised Mental Health First Aid training, TMHC reaches people throughout society. We help people build safer, stronger, more supportive places to work, live and grow. By sharing the knowledge and skills that help make an impact when it matters most, we can all work together to move the needle in the right direction.
If you don’t see the answer you’re looking for, reach out to our team to get the right information.
Our SafeTALK courses are delivered in 3.5-4 hour in-person workshops. We can present the workshop anywhere that suits you from classrooms (15+), workspaces, community centres, or anywhere with adequate space.
SafeTALK Suicide Prevention is strictly 15 years and over – we offer Teen Mental First Aid to provide mental health training for those under 15.
Everyone has a role to play in suicide prevention, and the skills and knowledge you’ll gain through this course will also help throughout your personal & professional life.
We run SafeTALK as in-person workshops, and we frequently have public events where you can sign up to receive the training – check our upcoming training page for details. For schools, businesses and organisations, we host SafeTALK workshops according to your specific needs, contact our team to see how we can help you.
Each workshop is limited to 30 people to make sure the content is accessible to those attending. If you have a larger team and require more, we can collaborate with you to plan sessions to minimise disruption to your business.
Suicide is a traumatic, life-altering experience for the people left in its wake. We aim to make the time beyond a little more comfortable with AfterBAGS – support bundles packed with Australian-made products specifically selected to help people process the blame, anger, guilt and sadness that is so common to the experience.
An AfterBAG is an opportunity to offer support and make a difference to someone close to you or even a stranger in a tough spot.
