Mind Matters

Mind Matters At Mind Matters we want to make a positive difference to you, whether that’s helping you to manage

Here at Mind Matters we want to make a positive difference to you, whether that’s helping you to manage your own mental health and well-being, or to support someone else. We want to encourage you to think about, talk about, and understand mental health so that you can achieve, enjoy, and manage a healthy life. Mind Matters brings you the latest in mental health services, changes, improvements, and an opportunity to have a voice. We offer training in mental health, including the award winning suite of Mental Health First Aid courses, licensed by Mental Health First Aid England CIC, I-ACT, and many more. Our staff have a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience in mental health that they want to share with others to improve lives. Background
Mind Matters was founded by Jane McNeice in 2015 following her work in mental health, both supporting businesses, and helping people with mental health problems to gain and retain work. Jane is a post-graduate, working in the field for 10 years, having qualifications in Human Resources, Criminology, and Vocational Rehabilitation. Jane is a qualified training instructor, and has delivered a wide range of courses for Mental Health First Aid England CIC. Jane has multi-sector experience, working in the private sector in logistics, public sector in the NHS, and for a third sector infrastructure organisation. Jane’s research studies have included: Victimisation of Asian Muslims post 7/7; The use of Mediation within Third Sector Workplaces; and Application of the Individual Placement & Support Model within Vocational Services. Jane’s philosophy for Mind Matters…
“We want to make a positive difference to people’s mental health and well-being through awareness raising, self management, and accessing early intervention when it is required. We want to challenge stigma, and get people talking about their mental health like they would their physical health.”

Fully funded mental health and neurodiversity training for Barnsley SMEsMind Matters is delighted to be working in partn...
01/03/2026

Fully funded mental health and neurodiversity training for Barnsley SMEs

Mind Matters is delighted to be working in partnership with Barnsley Council, to deliver fully funded training for managers and employees in mental health, neurodiversity, and wellbeing, free of charge to based in , South Yorkshire.

Mental Health Training:
The i-act programme is one of the UK’s leading evidence-based and accredited mental health and wellbeing programmes for understanding and managing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.

I-ACT thought about the different training needs of different workplace roles and developed complimentary courses for both managers and for employees/front-line workers:

i-act Course for Managers (online and in-person options available)
i-act Course for Employees/Front-line Workers (online and in-person options available)

Neurodiversity training:
Mind Matters will be delivering the following neurodiversity training, designed to increase your understanding of neurodivergence and help you learn how to support neurodivergent individuals and unlock their potential:

Thrive Neurodiversity in the workplace aware webinar – 1.5 hour webinar

Thrive Neurodiversity in the Workplace for Managers Workshop

If you would like to access places for your business, further details can be found here https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/business-information/health-and-safety-at-work/be-well-work-employee-health-and-wellbeing/

Mental Health First Aid is an educational course which teaches people how to identify, understand and help a person who ...
28/02/2026

Mental Health First Aid is an educational course which teaches people how to identify, understand and help a person who may be developing a mental health issue. In the same way as we learn physical first aid, Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to recognise those crucial warning signs of mental ill health, and to become a MHFAider®

Our Doncaster course is taking place in-person on 21st & 22nd May 2026. Delegate places are £250+VAT

https://lnkd.in/eUbBvWgs

This workshop is designed for anyone that wants to become a Neurodiversity Champion - someone who wants to raise awarene...
28/02/2026

This workshop is designed for anyone that wants to become a Neurodiversity Champion - someone who wants to raise awareness and understanding about neurodiversity in the workplace, to change the way that neurodivergence is viewed, and to champion neuroinclusive practices and cultural change so that every one THRIVES.

The Neurodiversity in the Workplace Champion Workshop will take place online Friday 20th March 9.30-4.30pm GMT. Delegate places are £200+VAT Book your place https://lnkd.in/ecZpX5Ug

Why become a Mental Health First Aider with Mind Matters? Becoming a Mental Health First Aider is a practical way to cre...
20/02/2026

Why become a Mental Health First Aider with Mind Matters?

Becoming a Mental Health First Aider is a practical way to create a safer, more compassionate workplace. Mind Matters offers evidence‑based training grounded in real lived experience, giving people the confidence to spot early signs of distress, start supportive conversations, and signpost safely.
MHFAiders help build cultures where people feel seen, heard, and able to ask for help. They gain skills that reduce stigma, strengthen inclusion, and contribute to su***de‑safer communities. Mind Matters’ neurodiversity‑affirming approach ensures support is respectful, strengths‑based, and genuinely inclusive.

For organisations, MHFAiders boost wellbeing, reduce absence, and demonstrate a clear commitment to staff care. For individuals, the training is transformative, practical, and deeply human.

Find our latest Mental Health First Aid training dates here https://mindmatterstraining.co.uk/course_category/mental-health-first-aid/

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Kendray Business Centre
Barnsley
S703NA

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