Mental Health Support
Support employees with counselling, therapy, and wellbeing tools — reducing absenteeism, increasing retention, and building a stronger, healthier team.
What is Mental Health Support?
Mental Health Support is a comprehensive service that provides employees with resources, tools, and professional assistance to address psychological wellbeing challenges in both personal and professional contexts. These solutions encompass a range of services from preventative care and education to clinical interventions, covering conditions such as anxiety, depression, stress management, and burnout. By implementing mental health support services, organisations can create a psychologically safe workplace environment that acknowledges the importance of mental wellness alongside physic
Businesses are increasingly prioritising mental health support as a fundamental element of their employee wellbeing strategy. It is an effective approach to demonstrate genuine care for employees while reducing absenteeism and improving workplace performance. As awareness of mental health issues continues to grow, comprehensive support services are becoming essential for maintaining competitive advantage in talent acquisition and retention. Mental health support can be implemented through various delivery models, including digital platforms, in-person counselling, or hybrid approaches, and can be offered as a standalone benefit or integrated with broader wellbeing programmes.
What Mental Health Support features should you look for?
- The range of mental health conditions and challenges covered
- The qualifications and expertise of mental health professionals
- What preventative and educational resources are available
- The accessibility of support (24/7 availability, multiple communication channels)
- Can it integrate with other wellbeing initiatives?
- The level of confidentiality and privacy protection
- How the service measures outcomes and effectiveness (NB: robust reporting capabilities can help demonstrate return on investment while maintaining individual privacy)
What are the key benefits of Mental Health Support?
- Reduced absenteeism and presenteeism related to mental health issues
- Improved workplace culture and psychological safety
- Enhanced employee resilience and coping skills
- Higher levels of employee engagement and productivity