Customized Training

Every year, Solari provides in-person and virtual trainings to thousands of people from all walks of life.

100+ years of experience

Solari's leadership team has more than a century of combined experience designing and managing award-winning crisis and human services programs. Our vision is to be the trusted leader in improving lives and communities through human connection and innovation.

Trusted community partners

Since 2007, we’ve been inspiring hope for thousands of individuals and families and we’re passionate about sharing what we know to help increase access to local care in communities around the country.

Mental Health Awareness, Crisis, and Suicide Prevention Training

We provide training in topics such as mental health, diversity and inclusion, suicide awareness and prevention, and much more.
We’ll work with you to design a custom training program that fits your needs.

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Our Training Courses

We pride ourselves on providing world-class training that has helped thousands of people in need. Our training courses are offered in person and virtually.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for Adults, Teens, and Youth

This 8-hour training course teaches participants how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. The training gives participants the skills needed to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who is experiencing a mental health or substance use concern.

  • MHFA classes are available for adults, teens, and adults working with youth
  • MHFA Teen courses available for teens 15-18 years of age
  • MHFA Youth courses available for adults who work with youth 12-15 years of age
  • Learn to assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use-related crisis
  • Learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and substance use concerns
  • Explore strategies for how to help someone in both crisis and non-crisis situations
  • Identify a range of self-help and support to address mental health and substance use concerns

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Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention Resources

This 90-minute training will help individuals identify the warning signs of suicide and explore ways to support individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Participants will identify strategies for engaging in conversations to help destigmatize mental illness and suicide.

  • Learn how to engage in sensitive and important conversations surrounding mental illness and suicide
  • Explore techniques for identifying and responding to suicide warning signs
  • Review local community resources to support individuals experiencing a crisis

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LGBTQ+ Suicide Prevention

This 90-minute training will help participants gain an understanding of culturally competent approaches to working with LGBTQ+ individuals, identify how to recognize warning signs and LGBTQ+ specific risk factors for suicide, and refer people to LGBTQ+ affirming and inclusive resources.

  • Understand the unique themes and issues impacting LGBTQ+ communities
  • Explore techniques for identifying and navigating gender pronouns
  • Review the warning signs and LGBTQ+ specific risk factors for suicide
  • Learn what resources are available to support LGBTQ+ communities

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De-escalation and Debriefing

This 90-minute training will guide participants to understand the science and emotional response surrounding de-escalation and how to properly debrief after a stressful event. Participants will explore strategies for managing their own emotional well-being.

  • Learn to apply action-oriented methods to calm and regulate emotions
  • Understand and assess an individual's emotional state
  • Learn techniques to identify and encourage self-help and support
  • Explore appropriate supports and resources

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Trauma-Informed Care

This 90-minute training will further development in trauma awareness, and increase cognizance related to treatment and care. Participants will be able to identify trauma and facilitate care that is sensitive to a person’s intersecting identities.

  • Define trauma and its impact on the brain
  • Understand the prevalence and impact of trauma within specific populations
  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in clients, families, and staff
  • Explore the basic tenets of Trauma-Informed Care
  • Learn how to integrate knowledge about trauma into policies, procedures, and practices

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Compassion Fatigue and Self-Care

This 90-minute training will help participants learn about the signs of compassion fatigue and explore the many ways to practice self-care. Participants will have an opportunity to identify their own challenges and create a vision for reducing burnout with realistic tools they can utilize to reduce compassion fatigue. Leaders participating in this session will also be provided with insight into how to best support staff experiencing compassion fatigue. The session will wrap up with an instructor-led self-care exercise.

  • Identify warning signs of compassion fatigue
  • Explore barriers to self-care
  • Learn self-care strategies and how to personalize a self-care plan

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Improv for Crisis Workers

This is a two-hour immersive course to explore barriers to self-care and identify realistic and personalized strategies to reduce stress and engage in play. Participants will take part in improv exercises and games to further identify the importance of stress reduction.

  • Learn how improv can be used to help manage stress and improve communication
  • Learn improv exercises to help build empathy and stay present
  • Utilize improv techniques to practice self-care

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Solari Training Team

Course Format & Custom Trainings

On-Site and Virtual Group Trainings

Perfect for groups of 10 or more, we’ll design a training program to address the specific needs of your group or organization.

Professional Coaching

Mental illness can affect anybody anywhere. That’s why it’s essential for leaders of every organization to know how to recognize symptoms early and get people the help they need.

Crisis Center Training

We’ll teach you how to manage and share sensitive data, organize your staff and resources, and optimize your operations.

Law Enforcement Crisis Response Training

First responders are on the front lines of dealing with crises. We can help you learn methods to care for the mental health outcomes of others and your officers while ensuring public safety.

Customized Training for All Situations

We provide training in topics such as mental health, diversity and inclusion, suicide awareness and prevention, and much more.
We’ll work with you to design a custom training program that fits your needs.

 

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