Concrete Steps™

Concrete Steps ™ is our mental health primer that provides a
head start while you wait to see a psychologist or consider seeing one.

Get all 6 modules of our mental health primer, Concrete Steps™.  Concrete Steps provides you with 6 vital steps in your mental health recovery without waiting to see a psychologist. It's designed to save you time in your therapy journey by introducing the essential steps we take in our sessions. It's also a great standalone program to do at your own pace, to help you in your mental health journey.

Objective 1: Understand the concept of mental health and its significance in personal well-being.

Module 1: What is mental health?

• Define mental health and its importance in overall well-being.
• Provide background information on mental health and its various aspects.
• Explore the optimistic aspects of mental health journeys.

Objective 2: Identify and address unhelpful thinking patterns that can negatively impact mental health.

Module 2: Unhelpful Thinking Style

• Recognize common thinking patterns that undermine mental well-being.
• Provide strategies to challenge and reframe unhelpful thoughts.
• Develop skills to cultivate a more positive and constructive mindset.

Objective 3: Learn practical strategies for self-care, including sleep and diet, to enhance mental health.

Module 3: Self-care and Sleeping

• Explore the relationship between sleep, diet, and mental well-being.
• Provide practical tips for improving sleep quality and maintaining a balanced diet.
• Highlight the impact of self-care practices on mental health.

Objective 4: Understand the importance of activity scheduling for a fulfilled life.

Module 4: Self-care and Activity Scheduling

• Explore the significance of engaging in fulfilling activities for mental well-being.
• Provide guidance on setting goals and scheduling activities.
• Learn effective strategies for maintaining motivation and overcoming barriers.

Objective 5: Develop anxiety management techniques to regain control over worry.

Module 5: Anxiety Management

• Discuss common anxiety symptoms and their impact on mental health.
• Learn practical tips and techniques for managing anxiety.
• Explore strategies for coping with and reducing anxiety levels.

Objective 6: Cultivate mindfulness and grounding techniques to foster present-moment awareness.

Module 6: Mindfulness

• Introduce the concept of mindfulness and its benefits for mental health.
• Teach mindfulness exercises and techniques for staying present and engaged.
• Explore additional grounding techniques to enhance overall well-being.

By participating in the Concrete Steps™ Mental Health Programme, individuals will gain a comprehensive understanding of mental health and acquire practical skills to improve their well-being. The programme covers essential topics such as recognizing unhelpful thinking patterns, practicing self-care and sleep hygiene, managing anxiety, and cultivating mindfulness. With these tools and knowledge, participants will be empowered to make positive changes in their lives, leading to improved mental health and overall quality of life.