Frequently Asked Questions

  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training equips staff to recognise the early signs that a colleague may be struggling and to offer immediate, informed support with confidence.

    Whether you're a small business owner, a manager, or responsible for HR, having a team that's trained and confident can help raise awareness and normalise conversations about mental health in the workplace.


    I provide high-quality, in-person MHFA training and can help embed workplace mental health first aid support that’s safe and sustainable.

  • We recommend annual Compass Checks with MH First Aider refreshers every 3 years. But needs vary especially during periods of change, growth, or challenge.

    We’ll work with you to create a rhythm of support that suits your team, season and sector.

  • Absolutely. In fact, combining these topics leads to greater impact. Businesses will benefit from a blend of MHFA, leadership reflection and Crew Wellbeing Check-ins into one joined-up programme.
    👉 We help you create an integrated approach that builds capability and culture at the same time.

  • Supporting workplace mental health doesn’t always mean big spending. Even small, strategic steps like a Compass Check or a single training session can make a positive difference.


    👉 We offer flexible pricing, micro-business support, and options to start small and scale when ready.


  • Well guess what? We would say the answers is yes because it’s often even more impactful in small teams where working relationships are close-knit. Training helps staff recognise early signs of those that our struggling, respond with confidence and reduce stigma across your team.
    👉 Cormack Mental Health offers practical MHFA training that suits the size, pace, and varied pressures of small workplaces.

  • There are a wide range of free online wellbeing resources available. Some organisations also offer structured wellbeing programmes, which can include occupational health support, therapy, coaching, and mental health education.

    Cormack Mental Health recommends MHFA England as a respected and trusted source.

    https://mhfaengland.org/mhfa-centre/resources/

    Cormack Mental Health can help you curate BESPOKE trusted mental health resources for employees, aligned with your team’s culture and industry needs.


  • Workplace mental health awareness involves understanding mental health conditions, reducing stigma, and creating a culture where people feel safe to talk. It’s a crucial step towards creating a mentally healthy workplace.


    I deliver engaging awareness sessions that build a shared understanding, reduce stigma towards mental health and foster open conversations leading to empathy and connection across teams and management.

  • Regular mental health check-ins - whether through surveys, one-to-one conversations, or anonymous feedback tools—can help foster a supportive culture and identify early warning signs of distress. Proactive check-ins show care and encourage open dialogue.

    My ‘Compass Check’ mental health audit helps businesses implement meaningful, regular wellbeing check-ins that drive real change.


  • There are lots of MH First Aid Training companies out there that will provide you with training. However, that’s the end of it. No ongoing support for either management or staff.

    On the flip-side there are plenty of premium workplace wellbeing packages out there that will only big companies can afford the time and money to invest in.

    We bring together accredited MHFA training, coaching, teaching experience and a deep understanding of small business dynamics especially in the Highlands.

What is Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and how do ambassadors work?

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training equips staff to spot early signs of mental ill-health and offer immediate, informed support. Mental health ambassadors (or champions) help raise awareness and normalise conversations at work.


I provide high-quality, in-person MHFA training and can help embed a workplace mental health ambassador scheme that’s safe and sustainable.

What does mental health awareness mean in the workplace?

Workplace mental health awareness involves understanding mental health conditions, reducing stigma, and creating a culture where people feel safe to talk. It’s a crucial step towards creating a mentally healthy workplace.


I deliver engaging awareness sessions that build a shared understanding, reduce stigma towards mental health and foster open conversations leading to empathy and connection across teams and leadership.

Where can I find mental health resources for myself or my team?

There are a wide range of professional counselling services, wellbeing apps and free online resources available. Many organisations also offer structured wellbeing programmes, which can include therapy, coaching, and mental health education.

Cormack Mental Health can help you curate trusted mental health resources for employees, aligned with your culture and industry needs.

How can employers check in on employees' mental health?

Regular mental health check-ins - whether through surveys, one-to-one conversations, or anonymous feedback tools—can help foster a supportive culture and identify early warning signs of distress. Proactive check-ins show care and encourage open dialogue.

My ‘Compass Check’ mental health audit helps businesses implement meaningful, regular wellbeing check-ins that drive real change.

What is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?

An EAP is a confidential workplace service that provides support for a range of issues including stress, anxiety, family problems and financial concerns. Employees can typically access short-term counselling, legal advice and wellbeing resources at no cost.

Cormack Mental Health supports businesses to launch or improve their EAP services, ensuring staff know how to access and benefit from them.


What is workplace counselling or corporate therapy?

Workplace counselling—also known as corporate therapy—involves professional mental health support delivered in a workplace context. This could be one-on-one counselling, therapy sessions, or drop-in mental health clinics.


I can help employers design and deliver accessible, confidential counselling options that meet modern workplace wellbeing needs.

How can employees manage stress at work?

Stress management techniques like mindfulness, breathing exercises, regular breaks, and realistic goal-setting are powerful ways to maintain wellbeing at work. Employers also play a key role by promoting a healthy work-life balance and a psychologically safe working culture.


I offer practical stress management guidance for employees, tailored to your team's unique pressures and pace.

How do anxiety and depression affect employees?

Anxiety and depression are two of the most common workplace mental health conditions. They affect a huge number of aspects: including focus, productivity, relationships, absenteeism, employee retention and overall wellbeing. Early intervention and a supportive culture are essential.

I help organisations create compassionate systems of support so employees facing anxiety or depression can stay well and stay in work but thrive in a supportive working environment.

What is burnout and how can employers prevent it?

Burnout is a state of physical and emotional exhaustion caused by chronic workplace and lifestyle stress. It's increasingly common in high-pressure environments and among remote workers. Prevention starts with healthy workloads, boundaries,and psychological safety.


Cormack Mental Health partners with leadership teams to build burnout prevention strategies grounded in research and real-world practice.