MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOPS
COPING SKILLS AND CONVERSATIONS
Coping Skills and Conversations is a 60-90 minute presentation by Audrey Draper. This presentation includes live and interactive music experiences utilizing drums and rhythm sticks, the speaker's personal experiences receiving talk therapy both in-person and online, guidelines to communicate about mental health, open group discussion, and a Wellness Workbook to support coping skill development.
This presentation is typically geared toward youth ages 13-18. However, content can be adapted for younger groups ages 10-13, or older groups ages 18+. Discussion points include the following:
Importance of talking about mental health and benefits of prioritizing mental health
Signs that our mental health may need external support (as they apply to ourselves and others)
How to disclose vulnerable feelings to others, and who to disclose to
Appropriate ways to initiate soft start conversations with others when we are concerned about their mental health
Speaker’s personal experiences receiving therapy services (in-person and online) and Q&A
Take-home tools and examples to support the personal development of coping skills
Audrey has been able to bring this presentation to over 1600 participants in 23 different cities. Much of this was accomplished through partnering with the Association of Idaho Cities' Tandem Tour. Click here to learn more about the Tandem Tour. Reach out to schedule your presentation!
MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE
Mental Health in the Workplace is a 60-90 minute presentation by Audrey Draper. This presentation includes a live polling experience, rhythm sticks, short inspirational videos, open discussion, and the following learning objectives:
Self-reflection via live polling using The Health Triangle (as defined by the World Health Organization)
Identifying signs that indicate our mental health may need support
How to discuss mental health: Disclosing to Others & Soft Start Conversations
Why talking about mental health in the workplace is important
How mental health can be supported in the workplace
Defining empathy and how to respond to "difficult people" from a place of empathy
Identifying why self-care is important and ways to practice self-care
Ways to support the mental health needs of the community
Audrey had the pleasure of presenting this information to Idaho's city leadership during the 2023 regional meetings across the state. Reach out to schedule your presentation!
MOOD MAESTRO: HOW TO KEEP YOURSELF COMPOSED
Mood Maestro: How to Keep Yourself Composed is a 60-75 minute presentation by Audrey Draper. During this fun and interactive workshop, participants are equipped with tools to enhance emotional well-being. Participants can expect to learn how to connect, express, and self-reflect through lyric analysis, and utilize a mood wheel to craft personalized music playlists. Using these techniques, participants can manage their mood state in just 15 minutes or less, diffuse tense situations with empathy, and foster meaningful connections and emotional understanding. Say goodbye to feeling stuck in negativity and get ready to embrace emotional harmony through a rhythmic reset. Reach out to schedule your presentation!
