Know the signs.
Fight the stigma.
Be a champion.
The Mental Health Champions Training is transforming how the body of Christ engages with the mental health crisis.
Together, we can bring hope and healing to our communities.
Mental Health Champions Training
for Individuals & Teams
The Mental Health Champions Training is an on-demand video course equipping everyday believers to support mental wellness in our church communities. Through practical, biblically grounded teaching, you’ll learn how to help break the stigma surrounding mental health, recognize signs of distress, and connect people to care.
Mental Health Champions Training:
What You’ll Learn
- An overview of mental health diagnoses and how to approach mental health care from a biblical perspective.
- How to identify signs when someone is struggling and connect them with appropriate support.
- Essential skills for suicide prevention and crisis intervention.
- How to be proactive in creating an environment where people are seen, heard, and supported.
Tragedy often leaves family, church members, and leaders with the guilt of “I wish I could’ve done more.”
But with the Mental Health Champions Training, people can learn to share their discernment, insight, and care for others… to be the bridge people need, like Christ has been for all of us.
Chad Bernick
Missionary Pastor | Fairbanks, AK
Mental Health Champions Training:
Course Overview
The Mental Health Champions Training is an on-demand, video-based course for individuals and teams. The course consists of six modules with 18 brief video lessons and includes a study guide to facilitate individual reflection and group discussions. The total video playtime is 2.5 hours.
When completing the Mental Health Champions Training as a small group or team, we recommend scheduling three to six sessions to provide adequate time for reflection, discussion, and application. These sessions can be offered within a one-day workshop, a weekend retreat, a 6-week group study, or any format that fits your needs.
Module 1: Foundations of Mental Health in the Church
- The Church’s Role in Mental Health
- The Role of a Mental Health Champion
- Breaking Stigma in the Church
Module 2: Understanding Mental Health and Trauma
- Defining Mental Health & Trauma
- Common Mental Health Disorders & Treatments
- Identifying Signs of Distress
Module 3: Providing Compassionate Support
- Listening & Responding with Care
- Using Safe Language
- Building Prepared Spaces in the Church
Module 4: Helping in Crisis Situations
- Suicide and the Church
- Suicide Intervention Basics
- Mental Health Crisis Support
Module 5: Referring to Professional Help
- Recognizing When Someone Needs Professional Support
- How to Refer Someone to Professional Care
- Building a Resource Network
Module 6: Advocating for a Thriving Church Community
- Advocating for Mental Health as a Church Member
- Advocating for Mental Health as a Church Volunteer
- Advocating for Mental Health as a Pastor
Lesson Preview:
The Role of a Mental Health Champion
Training Plans
Getting started is easy and free! Explore our Quick-Start training and resources to learn how to launch an Anchor International group program. For more in-depth training, check out our all-access training plan options for individuals and teams.
All proceeds from training and resources support Anchor International's mission to help individuals affected by mental health struggles find support and belonging in their local faith communities.
Quick-Start
Single Viewer- Mini-Course: Introduction to Facilitating Groups
- Overcome PDF Workbooks (English & Spanish)
- Free PDF Resources
- Lifetime Access
Individual
Single Viewer- All Quick-Start Resources, plus...
- All Training Courses
- All PDF Workbooks
- All PDF Resources
- Digital Certificates
- 1-Year Access with Option to Renew
Small Team
Up to 15 Viewers- Presentation License for up to 15 Viewers
- Individual Accounts for up to 15 Users
- All Training Courses
- All PDF Workbooks
- All PDF Resources
- Digital Certificates
- 1-Year Access with Option to Renew
Congregation
Unlimited Viewers- Presentation License for Unlimited Viewers (per campus)
- Individual Accounts for Unlimited Users (per campus)
- All Training Courses
- All PDF Workbooks
- All PDF Resources
- Digital Certificates
- 1-Year Access with Option to Renew
Thank you for supporting Anchor International's ministry! If program costs are a barrier for you or your church, please don't hesitate to reach out—we're here to help.
