When we know how to help, we change lives.
At HUMANKIND, our mission is to make mental health support part of everyday life, in homes, schools, communities, and workplaces.
We train people to recognise when someone is struggling, have the conversations and offer meaningful support.
Grounded in psychology, neuroscience, and mindfulness, our work helps people move from talking about wellbeing to truly living it.
Because when we learn how to care for ourselves and each other, we build a kinder, healthier world.
The Human Behind HUMANKIND
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Hey, I'm Ashley
I'm a Certified CBT and Strategic Life Coach, Holistic Health Coach, NLP Practitioner, and Meditation and Breath Work Practitioner. I’ve also recently completed a Master’s degree in Psychology, a chapter that deepened my love for understanding why we think, feel, and behave the way we do.
Aside from the qualifications, I'm a highly sensitive, introverted, and socially anxious human who wants to use my time on earth to make a positive impact.
My work bridges science and empathy, combining psychology, mindfulness, and practical wellbeing tools to help people help themselves and others. My approach is grounded, evidence-based, and deeply human.
When I’m not coaching, you’ll usually find me on an adventure with my fiancé, cooking something carby, or snuggling on the couch with a cuppa and our 16 year-old Devon Rex.
My mission is simple: to help people live life, not just survive.
Certified Mental Wellbeing First Aid Courses
Our Mental Wellbeing First Aid training courses are engaging, interactive, and practical, designed to help people feel confident supporting mental health and wellbeing in everyday life.
Each course combines discussion, real-life scenarios, and plenty of time for practice and questions, so learning feels relaxed, relevant, and empowering.
Training can be delivered in person (location dependent) or online, with flexible options to suit individuals, teams, and organisations.
Mental Wellbeing First Aider (2 days*)
This course will qualify participants to confidently recognise signs of declining mental health and take meaningful, compassionate action to support adults and children in need. Participants will be educated and empowered to go from worrying about saying the wrong thing to feeling equipped to make a real difference.
Participants will gain:
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Confidence to have conversations that matter - learn how to approach someone struggling, listen without judgment, and respond calmly in a crisis.
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A deeper understanding of mental health - gain the skills to normalise open conversations in at work, home, school, or in the community.
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Awareness of early “alarm bells” - spot subtle changes in behaviour or wellbeing before they escalate.
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Tools to reduce stigma and descrimination - go from silent suffering to shared support.
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Strategies for wellbeing - learn to effectively manage stress and build resilience for all involved.
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An easy-to-follow action plan (A.C.T.I.O.N.S©) - have a clear framework to respond confidently to anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges.
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Skills for recovery and ongoing support - maintain progress, access help, and rebuild confidence.
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Empowerment to make a difference - support with a range of mental health struggles, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks and panic disorders, eating problems, phobias and O.C.D.
This course qualifies participants as a ‘Mental Wellbeing First Aider’. Participants will receive a handy resource pack including a combined workbook and manual, A.C.T.I.O.N.S© card, and e-certificate. *Delivery time is flexible based on your needs and availability.
From £133 pp.
Mental Wellbeing First Aid Supporter (1 day*)
This course helps participants build the confidence to notice when someone might be struggling and know how to respond with empathy, calm, and care. It is ideal for anyone in a supportive or supervisory role, or those who simply want to strengthen their understanding of mental health and wellbeing in everyday life.
Participants will gain:
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Confidence to start supportive conversations - learn how to approach someone showing signs of distress and create a safe space to talk.
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Awareness of early warning signs - understand what to look out for when colleagues, friends or loved ones aren’t themselves.
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A grounded understanding of mental health - explore the mental health spectrum and what “normal” really means.
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Practical strategies to support wellbeing - reduce stress, manage pressure, and encourage resilience in themselves and others.
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Insight into stigma and discrimination - understand how everyday language and behaviour can shape psychological safety at work.
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A simple, effective action plan (A.C.T.©) - respond confidently to common challenges like anxiety, stress, or low mood.
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Personal reflection and self-care tools - because supporting others starts with protecting your own wellbeing.
This course qualifies participants as a ‘Mental Wellbeing Supporter’. Participants will receive a handy resource pack including a combined workbook and manual, A.C.T.© card, and e-certificate. *Delivery time is flexible based on your needs and availability.
From £88 pp.
Mental Wellbeing First Aid Foundations (4 hours)
A half-day, practical introduction to mental health and wellbeing designed to help people feel confident supporting themselves and those around them.
This session builds everyday understanding and tools you can use straight away. It's ideal for teams, managers, and wellbeing champions who want to take meaningful, manageable action.
You’ll gain:
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Confidence to start supportive conversations - learn how to approach someone who may be struggling and offer reassurance without fear of saying the wrong thing.
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Awareness of early signs and “alarm bells” - spot subtle changes in behaviour or mood that might signal declining wellbeing.
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A clear understanding of mental health as a spectrum - helping to normalise everyday conversations and reduce stigma across your workplace.
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Practical tools for stress and pressure - discover ways to build personal resilience and encourage wellbeing in your team.
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Insight into stigma and its impact - understand how simple shifts in attitude and language can make it safer for people to ask for help.
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An easy-to-follow support framework (A.C.T.©) - learn a clear process for responding to someone who may be anxious, overwhelmed, or in need of help.
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Greater self-awareness and self-care - leave feeling equipped to look after your own wellbeing as you support others.
This course qualifies participants as a ‘Mental Wellbeing Aware’. Participants will receive a handy resource pack including a combined workbook and manual, A.C.T.© card, and e-certificate.
From £65 pp.
Mental Wellbeing First Aid Essentials (2.5 hours)
A short, practical introduction to understanding mental health and how small changes in awareness can make a big difference.
This interactive session is perfect for teams, managers, or individuals who want to build confidence around wellbeing conversations without taking a full First Aid qualification.
You’ll gain:
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Awareness that starts real change - understand what mental health really means and why it affects everyone, every day.
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Confidence to notice the signs - recognise early “alarm bells” when someone’s wellbeing may be declining.
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Insight into the mental health spectrum - see beyond “ill” or “well,” and learn how people move between these states over time.
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Everyday strategies for supporting wellbeing - discover simple, evidence-based tools to reduce stress and boost resilience in yourself and others.
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Understanding the impact of stigma - learn how small shifts in language and empathy can make your workplace more open and supportive.
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Motivation to take the next step - leave with a clearer sense of how you can champion positive mental health culture in your team or organisation.
This short course is a powerful first step toward creating a culture where everyone feels safe, seen, and supported. Includes a digital resources and an e-certificate. This course can be delivered in-person or online.
From £43 pp.
All courses are fully aligned with the Health & Safety Executive’s (HSE) guidance on Mental Health Conditions, Work and The Workplace, and meet ACAS standards on Supporting Mental Health at Work (including legal compliance).
There are no formal tests, we assess learning in a relaxed, supportive way to ensure everyone leaves feeling capable and confident.
Wellbeing Workshops & Coaching
Whether you’re supporting a team, community, or yourself, our coaching and workshops help you strengthen wellbeing where it matters most in everyday life.
Coaching can be delivered in person (location dependent) or online, with flexible options to suit individuals, teams, and organisations.
Burnout Prevention & Resilience
For teams, founders, and professionals who want to sustain performance without self-sacrifice.
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Understand the root causes of stress and burnout
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Rebuild habits and boundaries that restore energy, focus, and calm
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Create protocols to bounce back quicker from setbacks
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Create nervous system regulation practices to manage stress and anxiety effectively
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Break burnout fuelling beliefs linked to perfectionism, procrastination, overcomitting, and people-pleasing
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Create sustainable productivity without overworking
This support can be delivered a workshops, courses, and one-to-one coaching in personal and professional settings.
Bespoke Wellbeing Workshops & Courses
For workplaces, communities, and individuals that want wellbeing to feel real, not performative.
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Building confidence and self-belief
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Managing imposter syndrome
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Setting boundaries and protecting time and energy without guilt
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Managing stress and anxiety
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Boosting productivity and reducing procrastination
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Mindfulness sessions, including guided meditation, reflective journaling, breath work, and visualisation
Workshops and courses are designed according to your needs and goals.
The Impact of Wellbeing
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Every £1 spent on mental wellbeing training returns up to £5 in reduced absenteeism and improved performance (Deloitte, 2022).
60%
Employees in psychologically safe environments report 60% higher job satisfaction (CIPD, 2023).
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Those with strong social relationships are 50% more likely to live longer and recover more effectively from stress (Harvard Study of Adult Development, 2023).
30%
People who regularly practice mindfulness and breathwork report a 30% decrease in perceived stress and improved mood, focus, and self-awareness.
(American Psychological Association, 2022)
The Benefits of Support
AT HOME
Around 1 in 6 children aged 5–16 is likely to have a mental health problem (Mental Health Foundation & NHS Digital, 2023).
Modern family life can be busy and demanding. Between work, school, and everyday pressures, it’s easy to miss the subtle signs that our loved ones struggling.
By learning how to notice and respond with compassion, families can catch mental health problems early and get support, build stronger bonds, greater trust, and a shared language for wellbeing.
Because when we take care of our own mental health and understand how to support others, everyone in the family thrives.
AT WORK
1 in 6 employees experiences a mental health problem at work each week, yet only 49% feel comfortable talking to their manager about it (Mind / CIPD, 2024).
Every workplace is made up of humans, each with their own pressures, challenges, and unseen stories.
When people feel safe to talk about mental health, everything changes; teams communicate better, performance and retention rise, and stigma falls, and individuals feel valued, not replaceable.
The result?
Happier teams, stronger retention, fewer absences, and workplaces where people thrive, not just survive.
IN SCHOOL
78% of education professionals say poor mental health affects their ability to do their job (Education Support, 2023).
Behind every confident learner is a trusted adult who knows how to listen, notice, and care.
When teachers, support staff, and school leaders understand mental health, they can spot early signs of distress, create safer spaces, and respond with confidence instead of fear.
In education, the need for support has never been clearer.
Our training helps schools and colleges build a culture where wellbeing isn’t an add-on, it’s part of everyday learning and care to promote wellbeing for both staff and pupils.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Behind every successful organisation is a community of people who care about their work, their purpose, and each other.
Whether you’re leading a small business, running a community initiative, or growing a social enterprise, your impact depends on the wellbeing of your people.
When people feel heard, supported, and valued, they bring their best selves to their work and to those they serve.
Our training helps service providers and community organisations embed mental health and wellbeing into the heart of what they do.
The result? Healthier clients and customers, happier communities, and organisations that people are proud to be part of.
Our Approach
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Awareness & Resilience
Building calm, focus, and emotional balance with evidence-based tools and mindfulness.
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Empowerment
Giving people the tools and confidence to care for themselves and others with compassion.
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Connection
Creating spaces for honest conversations, shared understanding, and genuine human connection.
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Lasting Change
Turning insight into everyday practice, so wellbeing becomes something you live, not learn once.
Let's Work Together
Thank you for your interest in support from us. Please complete this form, and we’ll be in touch within 1–2 working days to discuss next steps or arrange a free consultation call to explore your options.