Andy Reeve Associate Instructor Member, East of England
"I became an MHFA England instructor because it fits with my personal mission. That is to help people spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health in themselves and in others. This enables early action to address the issues. I learnt many life-altering techniques to help me recover and stay well when I experienced severe depression. Having to become ill before learning
how to stay mentally healthy made no sense to me at all. I’m convinced that an early Mental Health First Aid intervention would have prevented me from becoming so unwell. Delivering MHFA England courses means I am equipping people with the tools to support others and to help keep themselves mentally fit. Which means equipping people to change lives."
Jessica Agudelo National Trainer, London
"I worked in health psychology and decided to train as an MHFA England instructor in 2008 after I attended an Adult MHFA Two Day course. I admired the course because it was simple in language. It was accessible to people from all walks of life. It challenged social and cultural norms around mental health and I left feeling inspired.
I introduced the course within the criminal justice system as part of a community development approach. I trained prison officers, staff, volunteers and inmates together! I now deliver training to people working with vulnerable communities in London, including people experiencing homelessness, substance misuse and physical and mental health needs."
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