Mental Health Champions

Empower Yourself to Support Others – Become a Mental Health Champion

Mental health isn’t just a workplace issue—it’s a human one. Whether you’re looking to support your colleagues, family, friends, or your wider community, our Mental Health Champions Programme offers you the skills, confidence, and practical tools to make a real difference.

This isn’t about becoming a therapist—it’s about becoming a supportive, informed, and approachable presence in the lives of those around you.

Who Is This For?

This cohort is open to individuals from all walks of life—employees from various organisations, line managers, team leads, freelancers, HR professionals, parents, carers, and anyone passionate about mental health.

Whether you’ve been nominated by your workplace or simply want to show up better for those you care about, this course is for you.

Why Join the Cohort?

Unlike internal company cohorts, our programme brings together a diverse mix of people from different industries, backgrounds, and life experiences. This opens up rich discussion, fresh insights, and a sense of shared humanity—because mental health affects us all.

• Build community through open, real conversations

• Gain confidence in supporting others—even when you don’t have all the answers

• Learn practical tools to apply in any setting—home, work, or social

• Be part of a movement that normalises asking for and offering help

What You’ll Learn

Across four engaging sessions (2.5 hours each), you’ll discover how to:

• Recognise early warning signs of mental health struggles
• Have supportive, compassionate conversations
• Signpost effectively to professional support
• Understand boundaries and manage your own wellbeing in the process
• Help reduce stigma and build a culture of care—wherever you are

We use practical tools and frameworks like:

• The Wellbeing GPS – for navigating mental health conversations
• H.A.R.D. Conversations – for empathy-led communication
• The Bridge Analogy – understanding how people move from struggle to support
• I.D.E.A.L.S. Model – a step-by-step approach to being a confident Champion

What People Say

“It helped me have better conversations with my team and my friends. I now feel confident knowing how to spot when someone might be struggling and how to help.”
– MHC Graduate, April 2025

“The blend of personal stories, shared experiences and practical tools made this programme feel incredibly real and empowering.”
– Public Cohort Attendee, 2024

How It Works

• Format: Four 2.5-hour sessions, delivered live and virtually via Zoom
• Schedule: Spread across two weeks (check our website for upcoming dates)
• Cost: £497 per person (funded and discounted spaces available throughout the year. Please email us if you need a funded space.)
• Support: Ongoing access to community and resources following training

What Makes This Programme Different?

• Open to all – not just employees of one organisation
• Builds peer connection and diverse perspectives
• Equips you with tools for life, not just the workplace
• Supports your personal growth and emotional resilience
• Designed and delivered by experienced mental health and wellbeing professionals

Want to Join Our Next Cohort?

Upcoming Dates: 16th, 18th, 23rd and 25th September 2025
Email us for questions or funding opportunities at info@stress.org.uk

Ready to join? Secure your place here

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Funded & Discounted Places – Application Criteria

What’s on Offer:

• 3 x Fully Funded Space (100% off – Value £497)
• 5 x Discounted Spaces (50% off – £248.50)

We’re committed to making our Mental Health Champions programme accessible to those who are passionate about wellbeing but may not have the financial resources to access this training. With that in mind, we’re offering a limited number of funded and discounted places for our upcoming September cohort.

Eligibility Criteria:

Fully Funded Place (£0)

Open to individuals who meet at least one of the following:

• Work for a charity, nonprofit or community group with limited training budget
• Volunteer in a wellbeing or mental health-related capacity
• Are freelancers or self-employed professionals supporting mental health or wellbeing without organisational funding
• Work in an organisation that does not provide professional development funding or cannot currently support your attendance
• Are currently unemployed, on low income, or facing financial hardship

Discounted Place (50% off – £248.50)

Open to individuals who:

• Can secure partial funding from their organisation or personal/professional networks
• Work for small businesses, startups, or social enterprises with limited budgets
• Are early-career professionals looking to develop in wellbeing but unable to afford full price

How to Apply

To be considered, simply email info@stress.org.uk for an application form where you can outline:

• Why you’re interested in the Mental Health Champions programme
• Which type of support you’re applying for (fully funded or discounted)
• A brief explanation of your current situation (financial, organisational, or personal context)

Our Values

We believe in inclusive access to mental health education and support. We’ll prioritise applications from individuals who are passionate about creating positive change in their communities or workplaces but who might otherwise be unable to attend.