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Workplace Options

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About Workplace Options

Founded in 1982, Workplace Options is the largest independent provider of holistic wellbeing solutions. Through their customised programs and comprehensive global network of credentialed providers and professionals, they support individuals to become healthier, happier and more productive both personally and professionally.

Company Info
Social Media
LinkedIn  ·  X/Twitter  ·  YouTube  ·  Spotify
Year Founded
1982
Headquarters
Raleigh, United States
Company Size
1,001–5,000

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Overview

Workplace Options is a comprehensive employee assistance program (EAP) and wellbeing services provider that offers emotional, physical, and practical support for employees worldwide. Their platform combines digital resources with human counselors to address mental health, work-life balance, and various personal challenges employees face.

Best For

Enterprise companies with global workforces.

Pricing

Not listed on website, contact Workplace options for more information.

Customers

Workplace options supports over 127,000 companies including 50% of the Fortune 500.

Pros
Global reach
With service centres across the world and support in 170+ languages, they deliver localised support far beyond what most competitors can offer.
Comprehensive EAP service
Their EAP goes beyond basic counselling to include work-life services, wellness coaching, manager support, and critical incident response.
Robust reporting capabilities
The analytics dashboard provides HR teams with actionable insights on utilisation patterns without compromising confidentiality, helping organisations identify emerging workforce challenges before they become crises.
Cons
Implementation complexity
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Key Features & Benefits

Global EAP Services

What It Does

Connects employees to qualified counsellors for short-term support for personal and work-related issues, available in 170+ languages.

Why It Matters

Mental health challenges cost organisations billions in lost productivity annually. Having culturally-appropriate support available 24/7 creates a genuine safety net for employees worldwide.

Work-Life Services

What It Does

Provides practical assistance with everyday challenges like childcare, eldercare, legal concerns, and financial issues.

Why It Matters

These practical stressors often contribute significantly to employee distraction and burnout

Wellness Coaching

What It Does

Offers one-on-one coaching for lifestyle improvements like stress management, nutrition, and fitness goals.

Why It Matters

Creates personalised accountability that transforms generic wellness programs into actionable behaviour change, leading to healthier, more productive employees.

Critical Incident Response

What It Does

Provides rapid support following traumatic workplace events like accidents, violence, or natural disasters.

Why It Matters

When crisis strikes, having an immediate, professional response can significantly reduce lasting psychological impact and help workplaces recover more quickly.

Implementation & Support

Setup Process

Implementation process includes:

  • Initial needs assessment
  • Communication strategy development
  • Manager training sessions
  • Employee awareness campaigns
  • Platform configuration

Technical Requirements

Minimal technical heavy lifting is required. The platform is cloud-based, requiring no special hardware. The mobile app works on standard iOS and Android devices.

Support Options

  • Dedicated account manager
  • 24/7 service centre support
  • Implementation specialist during onboarding
  • Regular review meetings and utilisation reports

Alternatives

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Vendor

Description

Best For
Pricing
Customers
Key Features
Website
Profile
Workplace Options

Provides EAP services, work-life solutions, and wellbeing programs to help organisations manage employee stress and improve mental health.

Enterprise companies with global workforces.

Not listed on website, contact Workplace options for more information.

Workplace options supports over 127,000 companies including 50% of the Fortune 500.

  • ·  Global EAP Services
  • ·  Work-Life Services
  • ·  Wellness Coaching
  • ·  Critical Incident Response
CiC

Providing EAP and a wide range of wellbeing services, including mental health support, legal advice, and financial counselling.

Medium to large organisations with diverse workforces.

Not listed, contact for more information.

Undisclosed

  • ·  Confidential Counselling Services
  • ·  Critical Incident Response
  • ·  Manager Support Line
  • ·  Wellbeing Portal
ComPsych

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Mid-sized to enterprise organisations seeking comprehensive EAP and wellbeing solutions.

Not listed, contact for more information

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  • ·  Integrated Wellness Portal
MCL Medics

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Not listed, contact for more information.

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PAM Wellness

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Not listed, contact for more information.

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  • ·  Manager Support & Training
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Spectrum Life

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  • ·  Health Coaching
  • ·  Wellbeing Analytics
TELUS Health

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Mid-size companies and enterprises seeking comprehensive health and wellbeing solutions

Not listed, contact for more information

Undisclosed

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  • ·  Wellbeing Assessment & Personalised Content
  • ·  HR Analytics & Reporting
Vita Health Group

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Not listed, contact for more information.

Over 750 organisations and 2.5 million individuals.

  • ·  Mental Health Support
  • ·  Structured Counselling Sessions
  • ·  Manager Support Line
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Wellbeing Solutions

Provides tailored EAPs and wellbeing programs designed to support employees' mental, physical, and emotional health.

UK-based SMEs looking for comprehensive employee wellbeing support.

Not listed on their website but they have two pricing packages: Essential and Premier with flexible 12-month contracts.

Over 850 customers including DAZN, Camira and Age UK.

  • ·  24/7 Counselling and advice helpline
  • ·  Wellbeing Portal
  • ·  Manager Support Line
  • ·  Utilisation Analytics