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
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)
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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