Physical In-Person Courses

Integrating Exercise Therapy
for Mental Health :
1 & 2 day options

An in-person experience allows a full immersed learning experience. Delve into actionable research and real case studies. This can be a one or two day course depending on your needs. Every course will be tailored to you and your organisation.

The course is ideal for people working in mental health services (e.g. physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, exercise staff) who want to be quipped with the latest evidence & practical application for service users.

The course is also ideal for those not working in mental health settings, such as physiotherapists, exercise specialists who support people for their "physical health" but recognise thet mental health is important and a factor in service user engagement.

To discuss bespoke training for your team or to host an in person course for get in touch via the form below or email Brendon brendon@drbrendonstubbs.com

Aldo Russell De Boer, Associate Clinical Director of Musculoskeletal Services arranged for one day training for 40 staff and said "Brendon delivered a fantastic course to our central London Musculoskeletal service. The courses were perfectly suited to our staff who manage patients with a broad range of mental health needs across primary care and community settings. Brendon has a wonderful way of understanding and engaging with his audience to deliver latest research and understand how this can be incorporated into practice with our patients immediately. We saw an immediate impact on our staff capabilities to understand our patient’s mental health needs and how to adapt their practice to promote engagement with exercise."

"The one day course by Dr Stubbs is a tour de force of introducing mental health into clinical practice. This course has completely changed my clinical work"

"“The course will change the way you think about mental health and its importance in our clinical setting.”

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Aldo Russell De Boer, Associate Director of Musculoskeletal Services stated “Brendon delivered a fantastic course to our central London Musculoskeletal service. The courses were perfectly suited to our staff who manage patients with a broad range of mental health needs across primary care and community settings. Brendon has a wonderful way of understanding and engaging with his audience to deliver latest research and understand how this can be incorporated into practice with our patients immediately. We saw an immediate impact on our staff capabilities to understand our patient’s mental health needs and how to adapt their practice to promote engagement with exercise"

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Course

Overview

Instructor: Dr Brendon Stubbs
Time commitment: 1 or 2 Days
Delivery method: Physical / In person
Minimum Participation: 10 people
Maximum Participation: 20 people
Pricing: GBP 169.00 pp. for 1 day course
& GBP 299.00 pp. for 2 day course
Course Completion Benefits: Access to comprehensive slide deck for each session covered + Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certificate

In-Person Group Bookings

Indicative Timetable

Your in-person training can follow a timetable similar to the one below. However, we will tailor the topics and timetable together that suits your and your teams needs and interests the best.

Indicative

Course Content

Session 1

Introduction to Mental Health in the Exercise Context

Understanding the Connection
Recognising the Impact
Importance of Inclusivity

Session 3

Evidence for Exercise and Depression

Explaining Condition and Symptoms
Exercise Rational and evidence
Case studies / examples

Session 5

Evidence for Exercise and Anxiety & Stress Disorders

Explaining Condition and Symptoms
Exercise Rational and evidence
Case studies / examples

Session 2

Foundations of Mental Health Awareness

Breaking Stigmas
Recognising Signs & Symptoms
Effective Communication

Session 4

Evidence for Exercise and Serious Mental Illnesses

Explaining Condition and Symptoms
Exercise Rational and evidence
Case studies / examples

Session 6

When Exercise is Not Suitable for Mental Health

Underpinning of Sustainable Exercise
High Risk Groups
Exercise Addiction

Session 7

Motivation & Behaviour Change

Psychology of Motivation
Goal Setting for Mental Health
Designing realistic and achievable goals
Positive Reinforcement Techniques
Case studies & Program Design

Session 9

Handling Crisis and Working with The Wider Team

Crisis Intervention skills.
Exercise Professionals within the Multidisciplinary Team
Knowing When to Refer
Developing a Referral Network

Session 8

The Broader Role of Lifestyle Psychiatry

Concepts & Role of Lifestyle Psychiatry in Mental Health Promotion
Evidence & Implimentation for Nutrition, Sleep, Mindfulness & Mind Body Interventions

Session 10

Measure What Matters

Importance of Robust Measurement
Outcome Measures
Maximise Effectiveness
Case studies

Learning

Objectives

By the conclusion of this in-person training, participants will:

Understand the intricate relationship between physical activity and mental health, recognising the impact of exercise on well-being
Identify common mental health conditions, understand stigma, and foster an inclusive environment within the fitness community
Be equipped with the latest science on the benefits for exercise for mental health, including mechanisms across mood disorders, anxiety/stress related conditions and serious illness
Develop tailored exercise programs to individual needs accounting for mental health
Understand when and for who, exercise may be problematic
Apply motivational strategies and behaviour change theories to enhance adherence to exercise programs
Integrate broader lifestyle psychiatry principles into practice to improve mental health recovery
Recognise crisis situations, employ basic intervention skills, and know when to refer clients to mental health professionals
Design and measure exercise programs that make a difference & apply in practice