Accidental Counsellor Training - Salamander Bay NSW

Wesley LifeForce is a suicide prevention program aiming to educate, empower and resource Australian communities to be aware of the issues of suicide.

Wesley LifeForce

A two-part (blended) learning course comprising eLearning module followed by a Facilitated 
session (3.5 hour) face-to-face session.

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Training detailsThe ‘Accidental Counsellor’ or ‘Helper’ role is a first aid only role. It is important to be aware of the boundaries in this role (which will depend on whether you are in a work, friendship, family or other context), and not to offer long-term support unless this is part of your existing relationship with the person.People in distress want someone to listen to them, they don’t want advice, and that it really helps to have someone give them the space to explore their own thoughts and feelings. Just sitting with someone’s negative feelings can lower distress.Participants will learn:• How to apply the principles of recognise, respond and refer to someone who is experiencing an emotional crisis.• Demonstrate key communication skills• Define the importance of self-care

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