Hi, we're Lara and Ryan. Using both personal and workplace experience, we train companies and individuals how to spot the signs of mental illness and to have the confidence to step in and support a person who needs assistance. Mental Health First Aid by MHFA England is suitable for anyone who wants to gain the necessary skills to recognise the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and stress.
Our accredited courses are delivered across the UK to teach participants how to support effectively, covers a range of mental health conditions, and supports an organisation's wellbeing program. Mind Health Solutions deliver training so that colleagues can spot the signs of poor mental health and provide early intervention, resulting in a reduction in absenteeism, improved attrition/retention, increased performance and better morale.
Our accredited courses are delivered across the UK to teach participants how to support effectively, covers a range of mental health conditions, and supports an organisation's wellbeing program. Mind Health Solutions deliver training so that colleagues can spot the signs of poor mental health and provide early intervention, resulting in a reduction in absenteeism, improved attrition/retention, increased performance and better morale.
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Mental Health First Aid is the only accredited mental health first aid qualification and it's believed this will be compulsory in the workplace alongside physical first aid. Our 2 day course gives you the accreditation. We also have shorter supporting courses which aren't accredited but will give your company or group valuable skills.
On completion of the Adult MHFA Two Day Course you will qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. Practical skills to spot both the triggers that may cause and signs of mental health decline. Knowledge to help a person improve their health by guiding them to further support - such as self-help resources, employment bases assistance, the NHS, or a combination of support.
At Mind Health Solutions we aim to raise awareness of the vital importance in understanding why good mental health is equally important as good physical health. Through both personal and workplace experience, our instructors have a wealth of knowledge surrounding mental health and are passionate in supporting society to accept that mental health is a real illness that can affect anyone at any time.
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Teletrebor
Nov 13, 2020
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After having been on the Mental Health First Aid course run by Mind Health Solutions, I can thoroughly recommend it to anyone who would like to gain the knowledge and understanding of all aspects of mental health. The course I was on was run by Ryan who was very informative and knowledgable and made it a brilliant experience. Thanks again!
Dan Gines
Nov 08, 2020
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We hesitated at first to go down the route of staff training on mental health awareness, but in the end we felt that it was somewhat essential, considering the impact of lockdown on some of our staff. We work in hospitality and all our lives have changed abruptly because of the Corona-virus, some more than others.
it's such a delicate matter and a subject so outside of our comfort zone that we had found it easier to ignore altogether.
But I have to say that Ryan was absolutely great. We were quite unsure on how it would be received by staff but he immediately removed any anxiety we might have
it's such a delicate matter and a subject so outside of our comfort zone that we had found it easier to ignore altogether.
But I have to say that Ryan was absolutely great. We were quite unsure on how it would be received by staff but he immediately removed any anxiety we might have
Ross Taylor
Oct 08, 2020
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I recently went on a mental health first aid course with Ryan and Lara from Mind Health Solutions. The course was brilliant! It was professionally run and handled what could be a very delicate situation perfectly.
With mental health so prevalent in the world today, I cannot recommend Mind Health Solutions enough! Whether you're looking to train yourself or your employees, I wouldn't hesitate to get in touch and book yourself in.
With mental health so prevalent in the world today, I cannot recommend Mind Health Solutions enough! Whether you're looking to train yourself or your employees, I wouldn't hesitate to get in touch and book yourself in.
Laura Wooldridge
Aug 21, 2020
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Chris Kelso
Aug 08, 2020
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Fantastic message with an incredible team. Highly recommend MH first aid course - for personal or professional development. A really good environment was kept throughout and I learnt so much - thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you Ryan and Lara, it’s apparent how dedicated and passionate you both are, keep up the amazing work!
Fantastic message with an incredible team. Highly recommend MH first aid course - for personal or professional development. A really good environment was kept throughout and I learnt so much - thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you Ryan and Lara, it’s apparent how dedicated and passionate you both are, keep up the amazing work!
Simon Walker Firecracker Coaching
Jul 28, 2020
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Lee Buck
Jul 12, 2020
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Ged Jenkins-Omar
Jul 09, 2020
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My personal experience of Mind Health Solutions and in particular Ryan Ridgway has been extremely positive. Ryan is knowledgeable, empathetic and a true mental health champion. Anyone considering asking Mind Health Solutions to deliver workshops for them or for something else, will in my mind receive first class service. I look forward to working with them more in the future.
James Garside
Jun 15, 2020
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I took the 2-day Mental Health First Aid course with Mind Health Solutions last year. Working in advertising, I have first hand experience of the uncommon susceptibility of creatives to a wide variety of mental health issues - both from my own struggles and watching those of numerous colleagues over the years.
The course was fantastic. Ryan and Lara are knowledgeable and welcoming facilitators. There's a lot of information but they made it fun and easy to digest. I learned so much about how best to have open conversations with any of my co-workers who might be suffering, not to mention insights
The course was fantastic. Ryan and Lara are knowledgeable and welcoming facilitators. There's a lot of information but they made it fun and easy to digest. I learned so much about how best to have open conversations with any of my co-workers who might be suffering, not to mention insights
Steve Thomas
Dec 03, 2019
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Erica Chamberlain
Nov 27, 2019
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Cat Ridley-Hughes
Sep 20, 2019
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