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Empower your team with the mental health training to give them the knowledge, tools, and confidence to navigate mental health challenges.
At Talk Works, we believe that education is the foundation of a healthier, more connected workplace. Our mental health training workshops are designed to equip teams with practical skills to better understand mental health, support themselves and others, and create a culture where everyone can thrive.
Why mental health training matters
1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health challenge each year.
From anxiety and stress to workplace burnout, these issues don’t just impact individuals, they ripple through teams and organisations. Early intervention is key to building resilience and improving wellbeing, and that’s where our training comes in.
Our mental health training workshops are inclusive, accessible, and tailored to meet the needs of your team.
They’re designed to help you:
- Build confidence in having meaningful mental health conversations.
- Create a culture of awareness and support.
- Equip your team with strategies to manage stress, improve focus, and practice self-care.
Our mental health training workshops
Our training is designed to build understanding, confidence and practical skills around mental health at work.
Rather than one-off awareness sessions, we focus on helping individuals and teams understand what’s really happening, and what actually helps. Each session blends clinical insight with real-world application, so people leave with something they can use straight away.
Explore our sessions below, or get in touch to find the right fit for your organization.
Mental Health Awareness
Overview
This session builds a shared understanding of mental health across your organisation.
We explore how mental health shows up in everyday life and at work, helping people feel more confident recognising when something isn’t right, in themselves or others. A strong focus is placed on reducing stigma and making conversations feel more natural, rather than overthought.
Suitable for all staff, this session supports a more open, supportive workplace culture.
Duration: 1 hour
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: All staff
Mental Health for Managers
Overview
This session supports managers to feel more confident responding to mental health in the
workplace.
We focus on the practical reality of managing people, recognising early signs of struggle,
having supportive conversations, and understanding what their role is (and isn’t). A key part of
the session is building clarity around boundaries, so managers can support effectively without
feeling responsible for fixing everything.
Suitable for anyone with people management responsibility.
Duration: 4 hours
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: Managers, team leaders, supervisors
Understanding Stress
Overview
Stress is part of being human, but without the right understanding, it can quickly become overwhelming.
This session explores what stress actually is, how it shows up, and why it can sometimes help performance before becoming unhelpful. Participants reflect on their own stress patterns and learn practical ways to keep stress at a manageable level.
Suitable for all staff, this session supports early awareness and prevention.
Duration: 1 hour
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: All staff
The Science of Sleep
Overview
This session explores what sleep actually does, why it matters, and how to improve it in a realistic way.
We look at how modern habits, stress and routines affect sleep, and how this impacts mood, concentration and resilience. The focus is on small, practical changes that support better rest, not perfect routines.
Suitable for individuals and teams looking to improve energy and wellbeing.
Duration: 1 hour
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: All staff
Work–Life Balance
Overview
Work–life balance isn’t about a perfect split, it’s about sustainability.
This session helps participants understand how working patterns, expectations and habits influence wellbeing. We explore how imbalance builds over time and identify small, realistic changes that support healthier ways of working.
Suitable for all staff, this session supports better boundaries and more sustainable performance.
Duration: 1 hour
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: All staff
Neurodiversity Awareness
Overview
This session introduces neurodiversity and explores how different ways of thinking and processing can show up at work.
We focus on understanding rather than labels, helping participants recognise how workplace environments and communication can either support or create barriers. The session highlights simple, practical ways to make work more inclusive for everyone.
Suitable for all staff, this session builds awareness and inclusive day-to-day working practices.
Duration: 1 hour
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: All staff
Neurodiversity in the Workplace
Overview
This session takes a more practical look at how to support neurodivergent colleagues at work.
We explore how work design, communication and expectations can create barriers, and what managers and teams can do differently. The focus is on realistic adjustments and building environments where different ways of thinking can thrive.
Suitable for managers, HR and teams looking to build more inclusive workplaces.
Duration: 2 hours
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: Managers, HR, teams
Menopause Awareness in the Workplace
Overview
This session explores menopause and perimenopause, and how they can affect wellbeing, confidence and performance at work.
We focus on building understanding and normalising conversations, helping teams recognise the often less visible impact of symptoms such as fatigue, sleep disruption and changes in concentration. The session highlights how small adjustments and open dialogue can make a meaningful difference.
Suitable for all staff, managers and teams.
Duration: 1 hour
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: All staff, managers, teams
Psychological Safety
Overview
Psychological safety plays an important role in team performance, wellbeing and workplace culture. When people feel safe to speak up, ask questions and share ideas, teams are more likely to collaborate, learn and perform effectively.
This practical workshop explores what psychological safety looks like in everyday workplace interactions and how small, consistent behaviours can help create more open, inclusive and trusting team environments.
Suitable for managers, leaders and teams, this session supports stronger communication and healthier workplace cultures.
Duration: 2 hours
Delivery: [Online / In-person]
Suitable for: Managers, leaders teams, HR and professionals
Mental Health First Aid workshops
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Alongside our workplace training workshops, we deliver accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and refresher courses. Designed to build confidence and practical skills, MHFA equips people to recognise concerns early and provide initial support when it matters most.
Learn more about MHFA training
Not sure what you need?
If you’re not sure which session is the right fit, we can help.
We work with organisations to understand what’s already in place, where the gaps are, and what will make the biggest difference, whether that’s awareness, manager capability or deeper support.
Contact our training team and we’ll guide you through the options.