Mental Health Champions
Introductory training for ministry leaders, volunteers, family & friends
Welcome to Mental Health Champions
presented by Anchor International
This course will equip you with essential skills to support friends, family, and community members facing mental health challenges. Learn to recognize signs of distress, communicate effectively, and provide caring support. By combining practical techniques with a compassionate approach, you’ll be prepared to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those around you, fostering a supportive environment that promotes mental wellness.
Training Overview
Estimated completion time: 2 hours
Module 1: Introduction (3 videos | 15 minutes)
Module 2: Awareness (5 videos | 25 minutes)
Module 3: Action (6 videos | 35 minutes)
Module 4: Resources (3 videos | 6 minutes)
Course PDFs
Module 1: Introduction
At Anchor International, we’re dedicated to helping people find belonging and hope in the midst of mental health struggles. We do this by creating cultures where mental health is openly acknowledged and addressed; where people are safe to explore difficult questions and build meaningful relationships. Our goal is to empower group facilitators and community leaders to transform the ways that faith and mental health are integrated in our communities.
Who is Anchor International?
Discover how we’re helping churches and communities cultivate belonging for people with mental health struggles.
What is mental health ministry?
Explore what it means to walk alongside people in their mental health journey.
What are the Anchors of Wellness?
An introduction to the six foundational wellness principles used in our group settings.
Module 2: How to Facilitate Groups
Description
What is a group facilitator?
Identifying the four core objectives that define your unique role.
What are the requirements for being a facilitator?
These simple prerequisites help ensure a positive experience for you and your group.
What skills do I need to be an effective facilitator?
Finding your rhythm and taking the pressure off of perfection.
What group programs do you offer?
Get to know the four group programs available for your church or organization.
What does a typical group look like?
Answering the most common questions about when, where, and how to facilitate groups.
Module 3: Title
Description
What is safe storytelling?
Understanding the importance of our words in a support group setting.
How do I promote safe storytelling?
Five key practices that will help your group establish and maintain a culture of safety.
Why should Christians talk about suicide?
A look at how talking about suicide in our churches and communities can help save lives.
How do we safely talk about suicide?
A starting point for using trauma-informed, destigmatizing language.
How can I help save a life?
A brief overview of five steps for suicide intervention.
What other safety preparations do I need?
Creating a safety plan for medical and emotional emergencies.
Module 4: Title
Description
How do I use the community portal?
An overview of the resources available to you in our community portal.
How do I register my group and members?
A brief look at why your registration forms matter and how to submit them.
What can I expect from Anchor International?
We’re here to help! Here’s how to stay connected and get the support you need.
Please complete the Pre-Certification Form below.
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Certification Form
Please complete the following questions prior to your Certification Video Call. This form is required in order to receive your Certificate of Completion.