Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideation

This training is designed for professionals across health, social care, education, and community services who support children and young peopleat risk of self-harm or suicidal thoughts. The course provides essential insight into the psychological, emotional, and social factors behind self-injurious behaviours and suicidal ideation.

📅 Date & Time: 29th January, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Live Online via Teams
📢 Early Bird Price: £40.5 + VAT (Register 2+ weeks before)
🎟️ Standard Price: £54 + VAT (Group Discount available for groups of 5+)

Through real-world scenarios, trauma-informed approaches, and structured guidance, participants will build confidence in identifying risk, responding appropriately, and promoting ongoing safety and recovery.

Why It Matters
Supporting someone who is experiencing self-harm or suicidal thoughts requires both skill and emotional intelligence. Early recognition and compassionate intervention can be life-saving. This training equips professionals with a balanced understanding of risk and resilience, empowering them to take effective action without panic or avoidance. By improving awareness and response, services can better safeguard individuals while fostering environments of empathy, trust, and support.

Course Highlights

• Understanding the causes, functions, and presentations of self-harm and suicidal ideation
• Recognising early warning signs, patterns of risk, and protective factors
• Exploring stigma, language, and the emotional impact on practitioners and teams
• Practical strategies for safe, supportive, and timely intervention
• Building multi-agency responses and care plans that centre dignity and recovery

Meet the Trainer

Ines Fernandes is a qualified and passionate social worker with extensive experience supporting young people across a range of settings, including supported accommodation, CAMHS, and schools. Known for her commitment to empowerment and relational practice, Ines has managed services for vulnerable young people and worked within multidisciplinary teams to deliver meaningful, trauma-informed support. She has a strong background in mental health, having supported young people and families through complex emotional and psychological challenges.

Ines is currently the Outreach Coordinator at Re:Shift Collective, where she leads creative, wellbeing-focused interventions for young people disengaged from traditional systems. Her work reflects a deep dedication to promoting resilience, emotional safety, and inclusive practice.

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