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Theme – Strengthening early intervention and sustainable wellbeing systems in schools
Early Intervention vs Reactive Models – Frameworks for Proactive Mental Health Support in Schools
Managing Brief vs Longer-Term Intervention – When to Refer, How to Structure Brief Work, and Case Coordination
Balancing crisis response with proactive, preventive approaches is one of the biggest challenges for school psychologists and counsellors. This term focuses on building the frameworks and tools to strengthen early intervention and ensure school-based support is both effective and sustainable. The Deep Dive session explores the differences between reactive and proactive approaches to mental health, highlighting evidence-based frameworks, tiered models of support, and case examples that show how schools can shift from responding in the moment to embedding preventive practices. The Practice Toolbox session complements this by providing practical strategies for managing brief versus longer-term interventions — including referral criteria, structured short-term work, and coordination with external providers. Together, these sessions give practitioners both the big-picture perspective and the ready-to-use tools to support student wellbeing more effectively, reduce crisis load, and strengthen whole-school systems.
Early Intervention vs Reactive Models – Frameworks for Proactive Mental Health Support in Schools
(Deep dive session – 1hr)
Session description
Schools are often required to respond quickly to student mental health needs, but too much time spent in crisis response can limit opportunities for prevention. This session explores the differences between reactive approaches and early intervention models, highlighting the benefits of proactive, whole-school strategies. Participants will examine evidence-based frameworks and tiered models of support, considering how these align with current practices in their schools. Through case examples and practical discussion, we will explore how early intervention can reduce pressure on crisis systems, strengthen student wellbeing, and create more sustainable support structures across the school. The session will also highlight practical steps that can help shift from a predominantly reactive approach toward preventive, school-wide wellbeing practices.
Learning outcomes:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Managing Brief vs Longer-Term Intervention – When to Refer, How to Structure Brief Work, and Case Coordination
(Practice toolbox – ½ hr)
Session overview
Determining whether a student’s needs can be met with brief intervention or whether referral for longer-term support is required is a common challenge in schools. This fast-moving session provides practical tools to guide those decisions and ensure school-based work is structured and effective. Participants will explore how to frame short-term sessions, apply referral checklists, and coordinate care with both internal staff and external providers. Case examples and templates, tailored to Australian schools, will bring the tools to life. Attendees will walk away with clear strategies they can implement immediately in their day-to-day practice.
Key takeaways:
In this toolbox session, we will cover:
This course includes:
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