S2 E1 | Why Most Schools Get Mental Health Support Wrong - The Crisis Teachers Can’t Ignore.

Teachers are not therapists.

But every day, you’re on the frontlines of a mental health crisis — watching students struggle with anxiety, low mood, overwhelm, and disengagement.

What can you actually do to help?

In this episode of Miss Estruch Teach & Tell, I’m joined by licensed therapist Iuri Melo, co-founder of SchoolPulse, to break down how teachers can support student mental health without needing a counselling qualification or taking on more emotional load.

We cover:

• What the data shows about the rising mental health challenges in teens
• Why teachers feel stuck or overwhelmed by wellbeing responsibilities
• Protective, proactive factors that really make a difference in school culture
• How to respond when students open up — even if you feel unsure what to say
• Why SchoolPulse is a powerful model for mental health support without adding to teacher workload

Whether you’re an ECT or an experienced educator, this episode is packed with realistic, grounded advice for navigating student wellbeing.

💡 Resources from Iuri Melo & SchoolPulse:

• Free Mental Fitness & Academic Success Videos for Teachers & Students
  YouTube: www.youtube.com/@SchoolPulsePodcast/videos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=2

• The World’s Most Comprehensive Mental Health Resource Page
  Link: t.ly/SxNUU

• Know Thy Selfie – A guide to emotional self-awareness for students
  Link: t.ly/juUMB

• Connect with Iuri Melo on Social Media
  Instagram: www.instagram.com/iuritmelo
  Facebook: www.facebook.com/iuritiagomelo
  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/iuri-melo-1b41482/