Join Kathryn Wright in this insightful webinar designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to understand and effectively support clients living in rural areas, including school-age individuals. Living rurally in Aotearoa presents unique challenges, and this webinar will provide you with the tools to relate to your rural clients and understand their experiences on a deeper level.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Gain an understanding of the challenges faced by rurally-based clients in Aotearoa, including insights into the specific issues they encounter. Learn to relate to these clients on a fundamental level and understand their unique experiences.

2. Explore the results and implications of Kathryn's valuable master's research, "Barriers to Help Seeking for Mental Health Issues in Young Rural Males," and how these findings can inform your counselling practice.

3. Understand the differences in issues faced by rural clients compared to their urban counterparts, focusing on accessibility, relatability, and the importance of background knowledge about rural life.

4. Acquire insights into the role of a Guidance Counsellor in a rural school, with a particular focus on the distinctive needs of rural students. Learn strategies to effectively support this population.

5. Understand the challenges and rewards of being a counsellor in a small rural community, including unique considerations that arise in the context of Mental Health work. Gain valuable insights into the role's complexities and considerations for those in this important position.

https://www.farmersweekly.co.n...

Presenter bio

Kathryn Wright (she/her) is a NZAC registered Counsellor who specialises in rural mental health. She holds bachelor's degrees in psychology, sociology, and counselling, as well as a Master of Professional Practice degree in counselling, with a focus on researching why young rural men tend not to seek help for mental health issues. Currently, she is pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Otago, focusing on mental well-being in small rural communities, examining the impact of community connections and the loss of productive farmland to pine forestation. Additionally, Kathryn serves as a Youth Mental Health First Aid instructor and is a member of the Community Health Council for Te Whatu Ora Southern. She is well-known in the rural media circuit for her numerous articles on rural mental health and has been a frequent public speaker on the topic. Kathryn resides on a deer farm in Te Anau, Southland, with her husband and daughter.