What's Included

1.5 Hour self-paced online pre-learning
Certified MHFA Instructor(s)
YMHFA Participant Processing Guide
YMHFA Participant Manual
Certificate of Completion (CE's for those with MHACBO credentialing)

What You'll Learn

How to recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in youth (ages 12–18).
How to identify warning signs of anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and substance use.
How to respond to a young person experiencing a panic attack or severe emotional distress.
How to assess for risk of suicide or self-harm and take appropriate action.
The ALGEE Action Plan (a step-by-step framework for supporting youth in crisis and other situations).
How to start supportive, non-judgmental conversations about mental health.
How to listen effectively without immediately trying to fix or solve the problem.
How to reduce stigma and challenge common myths about youth mental health.
How to encourage professional help and connect youth to appropriate resources.
How to support self-care and build protective factors that strengthen resilience in young people.

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Feedback from Participants

Kristin made this training upbeat, actionable, and empowering. Her ability to break down tough topics while keeping the room engaged was incredible. I walked away feeling more confident in supporting the young people I serve! Thank you!

This training was outstanding! She kept us engaged from start to finish and gave us strategies we can use immediately. Her passion for helping youth shines through in every part of the training. I highly recommend her to any school or organization.

This was by far one of the best professional trainings I’ve attended! Your teaching style is relatable, knowledgeable, and trauma-informed. She created a safe space for us to learn and I now feel equipped with practical tools to support teens in crisis.

Kristin is an exceptional trainer. She brings a calm, compassionate energy that made it easy to learn and ask questions. The real-life examples shared helped me feel prepared to recognize warning signs in youth and respond effectively. Every educator should take this course with her!!