S.B.I

SBI will deliver the knowledge and practical tools to confidently:

• Notice the signs
• Have the confidence to ask
• Safely support someone with suicidal thinking
• Use our unique Helping Hand Safety Plan
• Support those bereaved by suicide
• Assist in breaking down stigma around suicide and mental health

Practitioner-led S.B.I was developed as a direct outcome of our experience providing a successful, compassionate, day to day service for clients with suicidal ideation, and those bereaved by suicide. In order to share best practice, whilst addressing the worrying rising statistic of suicide in Wales, S.B.I has equipped community members, third sector organisations, education and corporate institutions with proven and invaluable skills in suicide prevention & intervention. In order to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our participants, training is delivered by two highly qualified and experienced practitioner trainers.

Sarah, our counsellor, has worked 1:1 with over 65 clients experiencing suicidal thoughts, including those who have made an attempt to take their own life. Sarah has also supported over 30 families bereaved by suicide.

Sian is a registered nurse and health visitor with an MSc and over 20 years experience. she has a particular interest in behaviours as a form of communication, including Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focussed therapy.