Introductions to the I Matter Approach
New thinking on wellbeing and resiliency
The introductions gives you a first insight into the I Matter approach and the importance of relationship health.
They help you think about your current roles and decide whether you would like to continue to Learn the I Matter Framework.
All introductions are included in the Organisation Access Starter Plan
This helps staff and families develop some shared language.
What the introductions are
The introductions offer a short online learning experience for professionals, parents, and anyone interested in improving wellbeing and relationships. They help understand how I Matter learning can used to make sense of stress, communication, and everyday relational challenges.
You can complete the introduction courses in your own time
Everyone can access the Free Mini Course. For a more role-specific introduction, choose the £5 Personal/Parent or Professional course. These role- specific introductions are offered at no extra cost when accessed through a participating partner organisation.
Choose your introduction route
👉 Free Mini Course
A simple independent introduction to the ideas.
👉 Introduction for Personal Learning: Adult-Adult and Parents and Carers
Focused on understanding family and child wellbeing through a relationship health lens (£5 or free via partner organisations)
👉 Introduction for Professionals and Senior Leaders
Designed for those working in health, education, or leadership roles (£5 or free via partner organisations)
👉 Introduction for young adults
Access to the young adult online programme is via participating organisations with a Link or Lead professional
What you will explore
In the introductions, you will begin to understand:
- why relationship health is a key part of wellbeing for adults and young people
- how current approaches to mental health can miss important relationship factors
- how your own understanding and responses influence outcomes
- how the I Matter approach offers a different way of seeing everyday situations
These are an introductory overview — not a full training course.
Who this is for
The introductions are suitable for:
- professionals in health, education, and community roles
- parents and carers
- anyone supporting emotional wellbeing in others
- people curious about new approaches to relationships and wellbeing
No prior knowledge is needed.
What happens next
After the introduction, you can choose to:
- stop and reflect
- attend a live session
- or continue into further learning
After the Introductions - More details
The introductions are the opening for the I Matter Learning Journey
You can read the full overview here
After completing your chosen introduction route, you may continue into:
A Get Started Live Workshop
This could be a stand alone learning session or could be followed by the Community Wheel membership OR you could progress directly to
Level 1-2 Online: The I Matter Framework Fundamentals
This self-paced learning opportunity offers a structured introduction to the I Matter Framework. It builds your understanding and introduces practical ways of applying the model. It can be supplemented by extra study support. We encourage a live workshop but it is not required to join L1-2.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are taking part in an introduction or in a Level 1-2 online course via an invitation from a Certified Practitiioner they will provide you with a link to a specific page to register.
About the approach
The I Matter approach is a relationship health framework designed to support clearer understanding of wellbeing, stress, and interaction in everyday life.
It is not a clinical or therapeutic service. It is a structured learning approach that supports reflection, communication, and awareness in both personal and professional contexts.
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