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Workplace Wellness
Frequently asked questions
Is workplace counselling worth it?
Investing in employee wellness can deliver an impressive ROI with significant financial benefits. Workplace counselling from Now You’re Talking for instance, involves a structured process where your employees can discuss their personal and work-related issues with a trained professional, leading to improved mental health and productivity.
FACT: Companies who can show they’re genuinely committed to corporate wellness and their team’s happiness are much more likely to benefit from:
- A reduction in absenteeism
- Less sick pay
- An uptick in employee satisfaction
- Increased employee resilience
- Increased productivity
- Top talent attraction and retention
- More accurate stock prices for larger businesses
Do you work with small businesses?
We believe that all workers should have access to professional mental health support. Small businesses often face unique challenges and have limited resources compared to larger companies, so we tailor our solutions to your needs and budget. We offer counselling face to face, over the phone or online, whichever works best for you and your employees.
How do I help my staff with anxiety?
In the UK, there are currently 1 in 6 workers dealing with mental health issues, including anxiety.
FACT: Your help is crucial to how quickly people can recover and deliver their best at work. Here are some simple strategies to promote wellbeing in the workplace:
Frequently asked questions
How can I create an environment that prioritises mental health?
- Make it clear to people that they’re at a place where mental health matters. Take steps to treat mental health in the same way as any other health issue.
What can I do to encourage open conversations?
- Actively encourage regular one-to-ones. Ask people how they’re doing. Be open to conversations that normalise mental health problems.
How should I approach a struggling colleague?
- If you think one of your team might be struggling, chat with them.
Be confident enough to avoid immediately getting HR or Occupational Health involved.
What’s the best way to support employees?
- Listen rather than automatically give advice. Be positive and focus on what your employees can do rather than what they can’t.
How can I empower my team to manage their mental health effectively?
- Remember, people are often best placed in knowing what they need.
Allow them to share with you suggestions on how to manage their triggers for poor mental health.
How can flexible working arrangements support employees with anxiety?
- Offer flexible working hours and working from home. Be sure people’s work schedules fit other demands.
What steps can I take to ensure workloads are manageable?
- Offer extra help with managing workload. Keep an eye on how much work your team members are taking on.
Tell us how we can help you
Your workplace is unique, just like your people. We can help you develop a tailored well-being strategy that supports your team and your business’s success. If you’re unsure about your needs and where to start, let’s work it out together.