Early Signs, Early Support: Mental Health First Aid for Children and Teens
In this insightful talk, Dr Billy Garvey explores the principles of Mental Health First Aid, equipping parents and professionals with essential skills to recognise and respond to early signs of mental health challenges in children and teens. The session emphasises early intervention, effective communication, and creating supportive environments that promote positive mental wellbeing. There will also be an interactive Q&A where you can ask your questions.
What to expect
- A calm, practical space to better understand the mental health of children and teens without fear or overwhelm.
- Guidance on what is developmentally normal, what may signal stress or difficulty and how behaviour often communicates unmet needs.
- Clear explanations, real-world examples, and evidence-based strategies that support safety, connection and emotional regulation.
- A focus on building confidence, helping adults know when to lean in, when to seek support and how to respond early in ways that strengthen long-term wellbeing.
“I appreciated the honesty and transparency and the big dose of compassion. Acknowledging our own feelings as parents.”
“Real life stats and strategies on how to overcome them were discussed in detail. Very informative session. Thank you”
“Really well informed and knowledgeable speaker with engaging presentation. Enjoyed the mix of live presentation backed up with short video clips and stats.”
Our Expert Speaker
As part of this vision, Billy hosts the Pop Culture Parenting podcast, which blends expert insights with pop culture references to provide practical strategies for parents and caregivers.
He is also the author of Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Your Child’s Mental Health, a book aimed at empowering families and communities to better support children’s growth and well-being.
