Mental Health First Aid
Take a course. Save a life.
A person you know could be experiencing a mental health or substance use problem.
You can learn an action plan to help today.
Contact Kathy Hansen at Peninsula Behavioral Health
Call (360) 457-0431 ext. 531139
or email Kathy at kathyh@peninsulabehavioral.org
What is Adult Mental Health First Aid?
The Adult Mental Health First Aid course is appropriate for anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn how to help a person who may be experiencing a mental health-related crisis or problem. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions.
What is Youth Mental Health First Aid?
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including ADHD), and eating disorders.