Foundations of Mental Health Assessment and Client Support

About Course

In today’s fast-paced world, mental health challenges affect millions of professionals across all industries. This comprehensive course, developed by Therapon Consultancy’s expert psychologists, provides you with evidence-based tools and strategies to understand, manage, and improve your mental wellness.

Whether you’re experiencing workplace stress, struggling with work-life balance, or simply want to build stronger emotional resilience, this course offers practical, actionable techniques grounded in clinical psychology and proven therapeutic approaches.

Through 6 structured modules featuring video lessons, interactive exercises, downloadable resources, and expert insights, you’ll learn to:

Recognize early signs of mental health challenges
Implement effective stress management techniques
Develop healthy coping mechanisms
Build emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Create sustainable wellness habits
Foster resilience in challenging situations

This course is perfect for professionals, managers, HR personnel, team leaders, and anyone committed to prioritizing their mental health and creating positive change in their lives.

Course Details

Duration: 6 weeks (self-paced)
Total Lessons: 24 lessons
Quizzes: 6 assessments
Certificate: Yes, upon completion
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Language: English
Instructor: Dr. Margaret Phiri, Clinical Psychologist
Prerequisites: None
Price: K1,500 (or $75 USD)

Course Content

MODULE 1: Understanding Mental Health
Duration: 1 week | 4 Lessons | 1 Quiz Lesson 1.1: What is Mental Health? Defining mental health vs. mental illness The mental health continuum Common misconceptions about mental wellness Format: Video (12 min) + Reading (PDF) Lesson 1.2: The Mind-Body Connection How physical health impacts mental wellness Understanding the stress response system The role of sleep, nutrition, and exercise Format: Video (15 min) + Interactive Checklist Lesson 1.3: Recognizing Mental Health Challenges Common workplace mental health issues Early warning signs and symptoms When to seek professional help Format: Video (18 min) + Self-Assessment Tool Lesson 1.4: Breaking the Stigma Cultural perspectives on mental health in Zambia Creating supportive conversations Self-compassion and acceptance Format: Video (14 min) + Reflection Exercise Module 1 Quiz: 10 questions | Pass mark: 70%

Lesson 1.1: What is Mental Health?
Lesson 1.2: The Mind-Body Connection
Lesson 1.3: Recognizing Mental Health Challenges
Lesson 1.4: Breaking the Stigma
Module 1 Quiz

MODULE 2: Stress Management Fundamentals
Duration: 1 week | 4 Lessons | 1 Quiz Lesson 1.1: What is Mental Health? Defining mental health vs. mental illness The mental health continuum Common misconceptions about mental wellness Format: Video (12 min) + Reading (PDF) Lesson 1.2: The Mind-Body Connection How physical health impacts mental wellness Understanding the stress response system The role of sleep, nutrition, and exercise Format: Video (15 min) + Interactive Checklist Lesson 1.3: Recognizing Mental Health Challenges Common workplace mental health issues Early warning signs and symptoms When to seek professional help Format: Video (18 min) + Self-Assessment Tool Lesson 1.4: Breaking the Stigma Cultural perspectives on mental health in Zambia Creating supportive conversations Self-compassion and acceptance Format: Video (14 min) + Reflection Exercise Module 1 Quiz: 10 questions | Pass mark: 70%

MODULE 3: Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness
Duration: 1 week | 4 Lessons | 1 Quiz Lesson 1.1: What is Mental Health? Defining mental health vs. mental illness The mental health continuum Common misconceptions about mental wellness Format: Video (12 min) + Reading (PDF) Lesson 1.2: The Mind-Body Connection How physical health impacts mental wellness Understanding the stress response system The role of sleep, nutrition, and exercise Format: Video (15 min) + Interactive Checklist Lesson 1.3: Recognizing Mental Health Challenges Common workplace mental health issues Early warning signs and symptoms When to seek professional help Format: Video (18 min) + Self-Assessment Tool Lesson 1.4: Breaking the Stigma Cultural perspectives on mental health in Zambia Creating supportive conversations Self-compassion and acceptance Format: Video (14 min) + Reflection Exercise Module 1 Quiz: 10 questions | Pass mark: 70%

MODULE 4: Cognitive Behavioral Techniques
Duration: 1 week | 4 Lessons | 1 Quiz Lesson 1.1: What is Mental Health? Defining mental health vs. mental illness The mental health continuum Common misconceptions about mental wellness Format: Video (12 min) + Reading (PDF) Lesson 1.2: The Mind-Body Connection How physical health impacts mental wellness Understanding the stress response system The role of sleep, nutrition, and exercise Format: Video (15 min) + Interactive Checklist Lesson 1.3: Recognizing Mental Health Challenges Common workplace mental health issues Early warning signs and symptoms When to seek professional help Format: Video (18 min) + Self-Assessment Tool Lesson 1.4: Breaking the Stigma Cultural perspectives on mental health in Zambia Creating supportive conversations Self-compassion and acceptance Format: Video (14 min) + Reflection Exercise Module 1 Quiz: 10 questions | Pass mark: 70%

MODULE 5: Building Resilience & Coping Skills
Duration: 1 week | 4 Lessons | 1 Quiz Lesson 1.1: What is Mental Health? Defining mental health vs. mental illness The mental health continuum Common misconceptions about mental wellness Format: Video (12 min) + Reading (PDF) Lesson 1.2: The Mind-Body Connection How physical health impacts mental wellness Understanding the stress response system The role of sleep, nutrition, and exercise Format: Video (15 min) + Interactive Checklist Lesson 1.3: Recognizing Mental Health Challenges Common workplace mental health issues Early warning signs and symptoms When to seek professional help Format: Video (18 min) + Self-Assessment Tool Lesson 1.4: Breaking the Stigma Cultural perspectives on mental health in Zambia Creating supportive conversations Self-compassion and acceptance Format: Video (14 min) + Reflection Exercise Module 1 Quiz: 10 questions | Pass mark: 70%

MODULE 6: Creating Sustainable Wellness Habits
Duration: 1 week | 4 Lessons | 1 Quiz Lesson 1.1: What is Mental Health? Defining mental health vs. mental illness The mental health continuum Common misconceptions about mental wellness Format: Video (12 min) + Reading (PDF) Lesson 1.2: The Mind-Body Connection How physical health impacts mental wellness Understanding the stress response system The role of sleep, nutrition, and exercise Format: Video (15 min) + Interactive Checklist Lesson 1.3: Recognizing Mental Health Challenges Common workplace mental health issues Early warning signs and symptoms When to seek professional help Format: Video (18 min) + Self-Assessment Tool Lesson 1.4: Breaking the Stigma Cultural perspectives on mental health in Zambia Creating supportive conversations Self-compassion and acceptance Format: Video (14 min) + Reflection Exercise Module 1 Quiz: 10 questions | Pass mark: 70%

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