Student sessions

PDC/PSHE sessions with students

Designed for students from Year 7 to college age, this engaging session encourages open discussions about mental health, aiming to reduce stigma and increase understanding. It also sensitively addresses suicide and self-harm, providing age-appropriate awareness and support. Ideal for class-sized groups, with options for larger audiences, the session creates a safe space for learning and conversation.

What the session covers

- Stigma and mental health- Self-harm and suicide awareness- How to support yourself and/or a friend- How to manage distress- The importance of talking- Where to go for support

Duration

50 - 60 minutes long

CPD for educational staff

Building knowledge and confidence to support students

This essential training session is open to all school staff—including teaching staff, administration, cleaning, and catering teams. Anyone working in a school setting may be the first to notice signs of self-harm or receive a disclosure, so it’s vital that everyone feels equipped to respond appropriately.

What the session covers

- Key statistics on self-harm- Understanding what self-harm is (definition)- Common triggers and underlying causes- The functions self-harm may serve for young people- How to sensitively address suspected self-harm- Best practices for responding to a disclosure, including appropriate language use

Why this session matters

While full-day courses are often limited to pastoral staff and senior leadership teams, this shorter session ensures that all staff members gain essential knowledge and confidence to support students effectively. Staff who have attended consistently highlight how valuable the training is.

Duration

For CPD accreditation the sessions would be 2hrs, but it can be adapted to 1.5hrs or 3hrs.

Parent/carer sessions

Supporting parents/carers in understanding and responding to self-harm

Self-harm is a difficult and often stigmatized topic, but open conversations can make a difference. This session is designed specifically for parents/carers, providing insight, guidance, and emotional support in understanding self-harm from both a practical and emotional perspective.

What the session covers

- Understanding self-harm: what it is and why it happens- The emotional impact on parents/carers and how to manage feelings of worry, guilt, or fear- How to talk to your child about self-harm in a supportive way- Recognising warning signs and when to seek further help- Practical strategies for supporting a young person at home- Where to find additional resources and professional support

Duration

The sessions would be 2hrs, but it can be adapted if necessary to 1.5hrs.

Why this session matters

Parents who have attended this session consistently express how beneficial they found it. Many appreciate the school's commitment to addressing this sensitive issue with honesty, care, and professionalism.

Promoting awareness in schools

I understand that schools play a key role in providing support, and I can assist in promoting this session to parents/carers. By tackling this often-taboo subject, the aim is to break the stigma and create a supportive community where parents/carers feel empowered to help their children.

CPD accredited training for understanding and supporting self-harm

This full-day CPD training equips staff with essential knowledge and practical strategies to support individuals who self-harm. Shorter sessions (2-hour or half-day) are available, but some content will be condensed.

What the session covers

Learn about self-harm, its triggers, and its relationship to suicide. Discover effective support strategies, the importance of language use, alternative coping methods, and how to approach conversations with care and sensitivity.All sessions align with NICE clinical guidelines and best practices to ensure a safe, informed, and effective learning experience.

Who is this training for?

This training is relevant for professionals across various sectors who may encounter self-harm in their roles.Previous clients include:- NHS staff (e.g. psychiatric staff, nurses, paramedics)- Police and emergency services- Housing staff- Residential care staff- Social Workers- Corporate workplaces- Voluntary sector organisations- Counsellors

Satveer is available to speak at your conference or study day as a keynote speaker or workshop leader. While sessions are typically one hour long, she is flexible and can adapt to the timeframes that best suit your event needs. Some previous conferences deliveries can be found here.Satveer's keynotes receive excellent feedback, with delegates often commenting on how engaging the sessions are and how much they take away from them, even in a short timeframe.