Workshops that give teams the tools to thrive at work and in life
Backed by research, designed for real teams, delivered with clarity and impact.
Let’s make
work feel better for everyone
Why we exist
The experience that changed everything.
Take Charge Wellbeing was founded by Darren Peterson, who spent over 20 years in blue-collar and FIFO roles before losing 14 colleagues to suicide on one site.
That experience changed everything. Darren knew firsthand what it felt like to struggle in silence and how common it was for others to do the same.
We started Take Charge to break that cycle.
Today, we help teams across Australia build mentally healthier more connected workplaces, where it’s okay to speak up, and people have the tools to support themselves and each other.
Because no one should have to face it alone.
How we help
We don’t just raise awareness around mental health, we teach teams how to talk about it with confidence and care. Our workshops and conferences are:
- Inspired by positive psychology
- Grounded in research
- Delivered with real-world empathy and clarity
Our workshops
What Happens After You Book?
We make it simple, supportive, and tailored to your needs.
Get in touch
We’ll arrange an initial consultation. We’ll work with you for workshops to select the right program and delivery format for your context.
Choose the right fit
Together, we’ll recommend the most relevant workshop or program tailored to your industry, team size, and delivery preferences (in-person or virtual).
Prepare and deliver
Follow-up support
Meet the team
Darren Peterson
That experience changed everything. Darren knew firsthand what it felt like to struggle in silence and how common it was for others to do the same. He started Take Charge to break that cycle.
Shelby Greenslade
Shelby holds a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Melbourne, graduating with First Class Honors in 2024.
Ellie Peterson
Ellie brings a wealth of experience in people development, with a Master of Human Resource Management from Murdoch University.
Mental health isn’t one-size-fits-all
Just like physical health, mental health exists on a spectrum.
Ask two people with the same sprained ankle how they’re feeling, and you’ll likely get two different answers: one might say it’s unbearable, another might brush it off.
Mental health works the same way.
Two people facing similar challenges may experience and express them very differently. And sometimes, the signs are invisible, especially at work. That’s why supporting mental health isn’t about diagnosing or fixing.
It’s about building environments where people feel safe to speak up and access support, wherever they are on the spectrum
At Take Charge Wellbeing, we help teams build that kind of culture.
With science-backed insights, practical tools, and human-first conversations, our workshops empower workplaces to treat mental wellbeing with the same care and priority as physical health.
Wellness isn’t a perk.
It’s a performance strategy.
Let’s move past the wellness clichés. Wellness isn’t about yoga mats and smoothie bars. True workplace wellbeing is about creating the conditions where people can consistently do their best work without burning out in the process.
Because when people feel good, they do great work. And that’s not just good for morale, it’s smart business.
That includes:
Access to mental health support that’s proactive, not performative
The freedom and flexibility to work in ways that actually work
A culture where people feel safe, seen, and supported
Leaders who know how to check in and genuinely listen
Why book a consultation?
At Take Charge Wellbeing, we believe that kind of culture isn’t a dream: it’s a strategy.
And the numbers prove just how urgently workplaces need it:
91%
91% of employees say mental health matters at work, yet only 52% feel their workplace is mentally healthy. A gap that costs Australian businesses over $10.9 billion each year.
67%
67% of Australian employees say they wouldn’t disclose a mental health condition to their employer.
Source: Beyond Blue National Survey, 2014
22%
Only 22% of Australian employees believe their managers are equipped to effectively support mental health.
Source: SuperFriend Indicators of a Thriving Workplace Report, 2023
Who we’ve worked with
Measuring the difference we’ve made in workplaces across industries and regions
500+
Workshops delivered
10,000+
People trained
1,000+
Positive reviews
The power of proactive conversations
It’s about building workplaces where humans and performance can thrive.
With real facilitators, real tools, and science that actually sticks, Take Charge Wellbeing delivers experiences that leave a lasting impact on people and culture.
What people are saying
Take Charge was a game-changer for our team. Darren’s practical, down-to-earth approach made mental health tools easy to apply and widely embraced. The impact was immediate, open conversations and lasting change.
Highly recommended.
Jonathan Peet, Production Superintendent - Rio Tinto.
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What people are saying
Darren’s presentation style is highly engaging and effective. He has a natural ability to relate and connect with people at all levels. He has been great to work with logistically and operationally, delivering training to our people throughout WA and at our locations in Sydney and Brisbane. I highly recommend Darren and Take Charge to any business looking to support and improve their team members’ mental health and wellbeing.
Tom Leavy, Director of Health and Safety - Asia Pacific Hitachi Rail STS.
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What people are saying
I had the benefit of completing the Mental Health First Aid course with Darren as the instructor, and it was a powerful experience. Darren’s passion for mental health awareness is not only obvious, it’s infectious. Coming from an operational background, he has an exceptional ability to connect with both frontline staff and professionals. What stood out most is his genuine, warm, and forthright approach, which breaks down stigma and encourages open, honest conversation about mental health. I highly recommend Darren and his courses to anyone looking to create a healthier, more supportive workplace
Morgan, Head of Legal and Risk at DevelopmentWA.
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Take Charge Wellbeing acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of this nation and the traditional custodians of the lands on which we live, learn, and work.
Ready to build a workplace where people feel safe to speak up?