5-Session Mental Health Course Outline

Session 1: Understanding Mental Health — Beyond the Surface

What is mental health?
Why it matters holistically - Defining mental health from a whole-body perspective
Setting intentions for your mental health journey
Defining mental health from a whole-body perspective
How nutrition and reflexology impact mental wellbeing

Session 2: Roots of Mental Health Challenges

Trauma, stress, environment, and lifestyle impact
The role of diet, gut, and physical health, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies in mental health
Spiritual and energetic influences
Recognizing early signs and symptoms
Energetic blockages and meridian imbalances relevant to reflexology

Session 3: Tools for Self-Healing and Resilience

Mindfulness, meditation, breathwork basics
Emotional regulation and boundary setting
Nutrition and simple practices to support brain health
Key nutrients, herbs, and dietary patterns supporting brain and mood health
Movement, yoga, and sound healing
Integrating client self-care practices: mindfulness, breathing, grounding
Crystals: Which stones support calm, balance, anxiety relief, and emotional clarity
Meditations: Simple guided practices for grounding and emotional regulation
Colour therapy: How colours affect mood and energy, plus practical ways to use them

Session 4: Myths, Realities, and Empowerment

Session 5: Supporting Others and Sustaining Mental Wellness

Building support networks

Crystals for Emotional Wellbeing

Key Crystals & Their Properties:

Practical Application:

How to choose, cleanse, and program crystals
Carrying crystals, placing in personal spaces
Using crystals in reflexology sessions — e.g., holding during treatments or placing on chakra points

Meditation for Mental Clarity and Calm

Simple Techniques:

Breath awareness: Anchoring attention to breath
Body scan: Releasing tension, connecting mind and body
Guided visualization: Safe space journeys, emotional release
Mantra meditation: Using affirmations or sound (e.g., “I am calm and grounded”)

Integration Tips:

Colour Therapy and Mood

Colour Meanings and Effects:

Practical Use:

Bringing it All Together

Optional multiple choice exam in November 2025