Information/Advice

“Giving information or advice means sharing mental-health–related knowledge in a way that helps people understand, decide, and act—without providing therapy or clinical treatment.”

  1. Providing accurate information like symptoms, causes and pathways to care
  2. Helping clients understand choices and next steps
  3. Translating professional or technical knowledge into clear, usable language
  4. Building mental health literacy
  5. Educating about risk factors and protective factors
  6. Promoting well being strategies