East Coast HERC Collaborative Webinar

Supporting Others in Times of Stress: Mental Health First Aid

Higher education professionals are often among the first to notice when a colleague, faculty member, or student is struggling. While most employees are not mental health professionals, everyone can play a role in creating a supportive campus culture. This webinar will introduce practical mental health first aid principles and provide guidance on recognizing concerns, responding with empathy, and connecting individuals to appropriate resources.

Key Takeaways

• Identify common signs that someone may be experiencing emotional distress, stress, anxiety, burnout, or other mental health concerns.
• Practice simple conversation strategies that communicate support while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Learn a practical framework for recognizing concerns, responding effectively, and referring individuals to campus and community resources.

Our collaborative webinars bring together institutions across the East Coast to learn, share, and engage with one another, and we would be glad to have your campus represented.

Please use this registration link to join us. If you have any questions or would like to discuss HERC’s regional programming further, I’m always happy to connect.