FIPA's
Mental Health Centre
Welcome to the Mental Health Centre
The purpose of the Mental Health Centre is to provide a safe, supportive space where individuals and families can find resources, guidance, and connections that promote emotional well-being. We recognize that mental health is not separate from everyday life—it affects how we think, work, relate, and thrive in our communities. By bringing together trusted information, professional expertise, and compassionate support, the Centre aims to reduce stigma and encourage proactive care.
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Our commitment is to empower people to seek help early, strengthen resilience, and make informed choices about their mental health. Through education, collaboration, and advocacy, we strive to foster a culture where mental well-being is valued as an essential part of a healthy, balanced life.
​Sheryl Garriques Lloyd, a highly gifted mental health advocate, is the head of the Mental Health Centre. She is regularly featured on television discussing the important subject of mental health because of her deep expertise, relatable communication style, and commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness. Her goal is to empower people to improve their mental health in order to strengthen their sense of meaning, clarity, and overall life satisfaction.
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We’re proud to announce that we have selected our newest United Nations (UN) liaisons and youth representative! These individuals will join our existing UN team, representing Sigma on the global stage through UN events, programs, and partnerships. Together, they'll help amplify our mission and advocate for the power of nursing worldwide. Learn more about Sigma’s UN representatives and meet the full team » https://bit.ly/49pUjUE
Learn Psychological First Aid for free
If you need a refresher on PFA, you may also take the online self-paced version (only available in English and Spanish, however, remember that the Field Operations Guide is available in multiple languages). Here is the information for the free 5-hour self-paced online PFA if you want to participate during a more convenient time. You are able to save your progress and login at another time. https://www.nctsn.org/resources/psychological-first-aid-pfa-online You will need to create a free NCTSN Learning Center account to complete the training . You can also take the Skills for Psychological Recovery (SPR) online self-paced course as well, which is a different training. Finally, for those of you who work in school settings, here is the field guide for Psychological First Aid for Schools- PFA-S
