Managing Mental Health and Counselling in the Workplace

In today’s fast-evolving workplace, Industrial and Organizational Psychologists (IOPs) are increasingly called upon to address complex mental health challenges. This intensive 3-day, in-person workshop provides a comprehensive exploration of psychopathology in the workplace and equips participants with essential counselling and crisis management skills.

Designed for IOPs seeking to deepen their expertise, this workshop combines theoretical insights, ethical considerations, and practical applications to prepare participants for real-world challenges.

Workshop Highlights

• Day 1: Understanding Psychopathology in the Workplace
• Gain insights into the sources of workplace stress, triggers for mental health challenges, and the role of IOPs as mental health first responders. Learn to identify abnormal behavior and conduct mental health screenings within an ethical framework.
• Day 2: Counselling and Crisis Management Essentials
• Develop foundational counselling skills, manage crises effectively, and handle critical incidents. Explore basic counselling models, confidentiality best practices, and reflexivity in counselling.
• Day 3: Practical Application through Role-Plays and Case Studies
• Engage in immersive role-playing exercises to apply counselling techniques, conduct root cause analyses, and write effective referral letters. Explore group counselling models and refine your ability to recommend next steps in complex workplace scenarios.

Why Attend?

This workshop is tailored to equip IOPs with the tools to proactively support mental health in professional settings while navigating ethical boundaries and delivering impactful interventions.

Who Should Attend?

Industrial and Organizational Psychologists and mental health professionals interested in expanding their skillset in workplace psychopathology and counselling.

Join us for this transformative experience and enhance your ability to address mental health challenges with confidence and care.