Lifelines Trilogy

A 3 day comprehensive program for schools - the only one of its kind addressing Prevention, Intervention, & Postvention with a holistic approach involving the entire school community – school staff, parents and students.

Livingworks ASIST

Recognised as the leading program for suicide intervention. Over 1,000,000 people have attended this workshop, and studies have proven that the methods taught help reduce suicidal feelings for those at risk.

MHFA

Approximately 1 in 5 Australian will experience a mental illness in any given year.
The MHFA program will teach you how to provide initial support to teenagers or adults who are developing a mental illness or experiencing a mental health crisis.

Trainers

Nothing counts like experience! All our training is delivered to a consistently high standard by trained, certified and experienced trainers who hold a Master trainers status in ASIST and MHFA, and are able to impart their industry knowledge in a motivating and enlightening manner.

Diversity

We deliver training in a supportive, respectful, and inclusive environment, accepting each individual’s differences, with consideration and adaptation for their culturally diverse needs. We embrace and welcome participants who identify as LGBTIQ, ATSI, FIFO, Refugee workers etc.

Bookings

Our training is available Australia wide, including rural and remote areas. A minimum of 30 days’ notice is preferred for all bookings. Training fees vary with each program, and can be dependent on location and the number of attendees.

Meet Our Team

Meet our team of professional accredited trainers who deliver these programs Nationwide, within the community, business and educational sectors.

Sandra WillieLifeline's Trilogy trainer, Livingworks ASIST trainer & Master MHFA instructor

Meet Sandra, a dedicated professional who's been an accredited suicide prevention trainer for the last 8 years. An experienced and passionate trainer, particularly in the area of suicide prevention and intervention. Drawing upon many years of industry experience with Lifeline, Sandra brings a wealth of first-hand knowledge working with persons with mental illness and at risk of suicide. Past participants have stated that her experience in this sector adds to the comprehension and understanding of the program curriculum being delivered. Sandra is a Master Mental Health First-Aid Instructor and qualified counsellor and member of the Australian Counselling Association, and offers all participants appropriate support if required during the training.

Lorna HirschLivingworks ASIST, safeTALK, and Suicide-to-Hope trainer

With a background in psychology, human resource and crisis line management, Lorna has over 18 years’ experience working as an educator in suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention across rural and metropolitan Australia as well as internationally. Lorna’s passion is building suicide-safer communities by developing awareness and skills through crisis and beyond into recovery and growth. Her approach engages people of all cultures, religions and genders, from community groups to professional organisations. As a public speaker, Lorna has been invited to present at conferences and workshops in Canada, USA, South Africa, and across Australia. Lorna currently manages the WA Branch of the National Centre for Suicide Prevention Training, and is an International Senior Coach and Consultant Trainer for LivingWorks Education Inc.

Katie MaherLivingworks ASIST and safeTALK trainer

Katie’s experience in suicide prevention and intervention spans 13 years, firstly as a coordinator for a Canadian telephone aid line, followed by an appointment as Coordinator for Lifeline’s crisis line in far North Queensland, where she gained valuable skills in suicide prevention and intervention. A Livingworks ASIST and safeTALK trainer, Katie continues to contribute to creating a suicide safer community and is well respected and renowned for her passion in this area. Katie is a qualified teacher and currently holds a position with Education Queensland, as well as continuing her work in this important area.

Paul TrainorLivingworks ASIST & MHFA trainer

Paul’s background with Education Queensland includes experience as a class teacher, PE teacher, Deputy Principal, and Principal. Later in his career, Paul joined Mental Health Association Queensland coordinating rural and remote projects for ‘Skilling Queenslanders for Work’, this involved finding work placements for young people with mental health issues. Currently Paul holds a National training position and is a master instructor in both youth and standard Mental Health First Aid and is an experienced ASIST Trainer. Paul is an engaging, and enthusiastic presenter, his style combined with his expansive knowledge in the mental health sector always shines through with positive comments from training participants.

Melanie SchroderLivingworks ASIST trainer

Melanie has worked in the Government and the Non Government sector for over 15 years filling a number of roles, as well as operating her own organization for over 10 years. Her passion is working in the field of mental health and suicide intervention and prevention. She brings comprehensive experience to the training arena with qualifications in counselling, law and mediation. Melanie’s enthusiasm is encompassed in changing community and cultural attitudes towards suicide with effective intervention and prevention education, delivered with her extensive knowledge, experience and insight.

Dot PiddingtonLivingworks ASIST, safeTALK, and suicide bereavement facilitator.

Dot's vast experience begins at Lifeline and spans over 30 years in many different roles, including - trainer, group facilitator, counsellor and telephone counsellor. Dot is highly qualified with a Masters of Counselling and Bachelor of Counselling. Her main focus is training in suicide prevention, intervention and postvention, with an intense passion in creating suicide safer communities. Many organisations engage Dot to speak at their public awareness days on suicide.

SUICIDE SAFER COMMUNITIES

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