Responding to Suicide: Fostering Safety and Support for Individuals in Crisis

Expressions Of Interest | Berri and Pt Augusta Skills Centres

Course Overview

Course Description

In this powerful, full-day workshop, participants will develop the essential skills needed to support individuals experiencing thoughts of suicide. Through connection, empathy, compassion, and hope, you will learn how to foster a safe, non-judgmental space that encourages people to express their feelings openly and break the isolation they may be facing.

What You’ll Learn

• Build Trust Through Compassionate Listening: Create an empathetic environment that helps individuals feel seen and heard.
• Skilfully Address Distressing Thoughts: Practice gentle, supportive techniques to interrupt thoughts of suicide and instil hope.
• Promote Healing and Resilience: Develop the confidence to encourage resilience and guide individuals toward life-affirming choices.

Guided practice sessions will enhance your ability to recognise signs of distress, connect meaningfully, and help others find support pathways. This workshop is invaluable for anyone who may encounter individuals with thoughts of suicide, offering practical tools and insights to make a life-saving difference.

Who Should Attend?

This training is open to everyone and is especially beneficial for professionals who interact with individuals in crisis as part of their work.

Join us to be part of a compassionate community dedicated to supporting those in need and empowering them toward healing and hope.

Please note: Skills Centre Training (Port Augusta and Berri) is supported by the Department for Education, Government of South Australia.