With some states slowly emerging from isolation while Victoria sees much tougher restrictions stress, anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns pose a huge threat.

The next few months will see interest on the topic of mental health peak with R U OK?  Day on 10 September, followed by Mental Health Month in October and World Mental Health Day on October 10. These dates provide an opportunity to spark important conversations, increase awareness around Mental Health and provide teams and individuals with strategies to cope with the ongoing impact of the pandemic on wellbeing.

We've selected a list of exceptional Mental Health Influencers who specialise in mental health, overcoming trauma and stress on a professional level, as well as some who have a lived experience overcoming adversity. These speakers will ignite conversations and drive real positive change in your school, organisation and personal life.

These Speakers are able to create virtual solutions and programs should restrictions impact travel and gatherings.

Dr Michael Carr-Gregg is one of Australia’s highest-profile psychologists, an author, a broadcaster and a specialist in parenting, children, adolescents and mental health.

In light of our current state of crisis, Michael has created a 60-minute webinar designed specifically to help employees manage their wellbeing in the Coronavirus Era. Even before the coronavirus transformed the educational landscape, almost overnight, over 20% of workers suffered from a mental health problem. Uncertainty, increased family time, isolation and financial hardship may exacerbate these problems. Michael's 45-minute webinar (+15 minutes of questions) is especially targeted at organisations that are concerned about their staff and aims to provide them with the skills, knowledge and strategies to manage their own wellbeing during this challenging time. Get in touch about Dr Michael Carr-Gregg.

Mitch Wallis is the founder & CEO of Heart on My Sleeve, one of the fastest-growing mental health organisations and worldwide social movements, and has experienced a lifetime battling a multitude of mental health issues and has a deep first-hand understanding of suffering. Mitch also has a Master’s degree in Psychology from Columbia University in New York, and a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from the University of Sydney. He has studied under Harvard Psychologists, is an accredited Mental Health First Aid Officer & a volunteer at Lifeline.

In the early days of this crisis, Mitch delivered the webinar, Coping with COVID, to thousands of people online empowering them with practical tools and tips on how to support yourself and others through times of uncertainty. Get in touch about Mitch Wallis. Read More…