The “DiiaTy” Mental Health Hub is proud to announce the launch of an online psychological training project. This initiative is specifically designed for clergy and educators who provide daily support to individuals facing difficult life circumstances.

About the Project

Our mission is to equip spiritual leaders, teachers, and social educators with the practical skills needed to provide psychological support. We aim to help participants recognize emotional distress, reduce mental health stigma, and master the art of ethical referrals to professional specialists.

The program bridges the gap between psychological education and practical application, while also offering a supportive environment for participants to prevent professional burnout.

Key Goals:

• Enhance awareness: Deepen the understanding of mental health issues.
• Provide tools: Offer practical instruments for everyday support.
• Normalize help: Foster a culture where seeking psychological assistance is viewed as a strength, not a weakness.

Program Structure

The project features two tailored tracks: one for clergy and one for educators. All training is hosted on a user-friendly online platform.

The course includes:

• 6 lectures by expert specialists from the “DiiaTy” Hub.
• 4 practical seminars for hands-on learning.
• Individual consultations for personalized guidance.
• Lifetime access to course recordings upon completion.

Enrollment Details

The program will run in four cohorts throughout the year. Each group is limited to 15 participants, ensuring an intimate and effective learning environment. A total of 120 participants will be trained.

2024 Schedule:

• Cohort 1: February – March
• Cohort 2: April – May
• Cohort 3: June – July
• Cohort 4: September – October

Please note: Participants may only join one cohort per year.

How to Join

Registration links and application deadlines will be announced on our social media channels and the official “DiiaTy” Mental Health Hub website.

PROGRAM FOR CLERGY

“Foundation: A Basic Course for Clergy on Supporting Families During War, Crises, and Trials”

Lecture 1: Effective Communication: Respect, Boundaries, and Trust

• Recognizing various forms of abuse (emotional, physical, spiritual).
• Expressing words of support: Principles of Nonviolent Communication (NVC).
• Taking the first step in providing aid: Response algorithms and referral protocols to specialized professionals.

Lecture 2: Post-Crisis Adaptation: What Helps a Person Recover

• Psychological mechanisms of adaptation following high-stress events.
• Understanding “normal reactions to abnormal situations”—identifying behaviors that may seem “strange” but are natural responses.
• How to support an individual while respecting their personal boundaries.

Lecture 3: Families After Long-Term Separation: Restoring Intimacy

• The dynamics of family relationships following reunification.
• Identifying and addressing the unique needs of each family member.
• Supporting children through the adaptation process.

Lecture 4: Returning to Life: Supporting Individuals After Traumatic Experiences

• Psychological stages of adaptation after participating in combat.
• The vital role of spiritual and community-based support.
• How to witness pain and show empathy without turning the conversation into a clinical analysis of the person’s condition.

Lecture 5: Meaning and Community: Resources for Internal Recovery

• Helping individuals rebuild their inner foundation through self-reliance, community, and spirituality.
• Resilience-building techniques.
• Navigating grief, loss, and feelings of guilt or shame.

Lecture 6: Self-Care: Helping Others Without Burning Out

• Understanding emotional exhaustion and professional burnout.
• Recognizing signs of secondary traumatization (vicarious trauma).
• Self-help practices and strategies for finding personal resources.

PROGRAM FOR EDUCATORS

“Resilient School: A Practical Course on Mental Health in the Educational Process”

Lecture 1: Developing Emotional Intelligence and Self-Regulation Skills

• Cultivating empathy, responsibility, and emotional awareness among all participants in the educational process.

Lecture 2: Working with Parents: Partnership and Engagement

• Tools for building trust and fostering effective collaboration.
• Conflict resolution strategies in the school-family dynamic.

Lecture 3: Countering Bullying and Cyberbullying in the Educational Environment

• Identification, prevention, and response protocols for bullying cases (including psychological violence).
• Understanding the short-term and long-term consequences of bullying on student development.

Lecture 4: Effective Communication in Education

• Fundamentals of constructive interpersonal communication.
• Mastering the art of expressing validation and psychological support.

Lecture 5: Developing Critical Thinking and Media Literacy

• Psychological aspects of social media usage: Why children choose digital spaces and how it affects their communication skills.
• Identifying “red flags” in social media interactions and online communication.

Lecture 6: Psychological Resilience and Mental Health for Teachers and Students

• Self-help methods, stress management, and professional burnout prevention for educators.
• Promoting the psychological well-being and emotional safety of students.