Training Request Form

We appreciate your interest in requesting a training session with Felton Institute’s San Mateo Suicide Prevention (SMSP). Please complete the questionnaire by filling out and submitting the form below or by emailing the form answers directly to smsp@felton.org.

For any additional questions or form support, please contact us by emailing smsp@felton.org.
Our hours of operation are Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM PST to 5:00 PM PST.

What age group(s) are the trainings for?

Topics can be adjusted to be appropriate for any age group. We most often provide presentations for teens, youth, and adults.

Who do we serve with our presentations and trainings?

We facilitate our trainings and presentions for local school districts, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and community-based organizations throughout San Mateo County, as well as virtually via Zoom.

How long are the sessions?

Presentations typically run 1-2 hours but may be tailored to the audience upon request.

What are your training and presentation topics?

Suicide Prevention (School or Community) – Mental health basics, suicide risk factors, supporting someone in crisis, and local resources.

Suicide Assessment for Professionals – Clinical training on suicide assessment, exploring suicidality, and crisis intervention strategies. (Professionals)

Crisis Services Overview – How to access crisis services and 24/7 mobile crisis response in San Mateo County. (All ages)

Adult Mental Health First Aid – How to identify and respond to mental health and substance use challenges. (Adults 18+)

Youth Mental Health First Aid – For adults working with youth; how to support adolescents (grades 6-12 / ages 12–18) with mental health challenges.

teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) – For middle and high school students (grades 9-12, or ages 14-18); how to recognize and respond to peers in need. 

Youth SOS Informational Presentation – SOS Signs of Suicide program overview; recognizing depression and suicide risk in self or peers. (Ages 12–17)

988 Informational Presentation – How the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline works and connects to local resources. (All ages)

Training Request Form

What type of presentation would you like?

Where would you like to virtually host the presentation? If wanting a virtual presentation, what platform will you use to host?

Please enter the address of the venue if you would like an in-person presentation.

Please select the topic of presentation you would like.

Please include the anticipated number of audience members and their age or community affiliation.

Please include all dates, times, and locations for your training request. If you are requesting presentations for students, be sure to include the exact class period times, the classroom number(s), and the teacher’s name(s).

CONTACT INFORMATION

Hours (Mon-Fri): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Service Area: San Mateo County

San Mateo Suicide Prevention (SMSP)
Program Email: smsp@felton.org

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