Managing Mental Health in the Workplace
Mental Health Support at Work
Did you know that poor mental health collectively costs UK employers up to £51 billion each year?
- In 2021, one in five employees reported that their employer had offered additional mental health services since the start of the pandemic – down from 35% the previous year.
- Deloitte research in 2024 found poor mental health cost £51 billion, on average employers get £4.70 back in increased productivity.
Mental health affects people in different ways, and at Onebright we understand that it is key to acknowledge and appreciate everyone’s experience when improving mental wellness in the workplace.
Our clinical expertise at scale combined with our technology means that we tailor support to each person’s needs and can provide the best possible care to create a brighter future for all.
Looking after employees mental health
Mental health affects people in different ways, and at Onebright we understand that it is key to acknowledge and appreciate everyone’s experience.
Clinical expertise at scale combined with our technology means that we tailor support to each person’s needs and can provide the best possible care to create a brighter future for all.
We hope that this toolkit provides further insight into how you can offer better mental healthcare for your employees, regardless of who or where they are.
What we offer:
- Training – portfolio of over 80 training modules delivered by clinicians and academics
- Consultancy services – supporting senior leadership teams with mental health business strategy
- Assessment – comprehensive assessment process to support tailored treatment
- Treatment– dedicated case manager to support the people you look after. Matching with experienced clinician delivering evidence based psychological services remotely or in person.
Download the toolkit
Our training and consultancy services help organisations to build a healthier workforce.
Frequently asked questions
- Increased absences due to sickness.
- Reduced levels of productivity and efficiency.
- Lower levels of employee engagement and satisfaction.
Not supporting the mental health needs of employees can also have a negative impact on the business itself. For example, you might find poor employee mental health correlates to higher levels of staff turnover and, by extension, increased recruitment costs.
Therefore, knowing how to effectively manage mental health challenges in the workplace is important for both employee and employer.
- Encouraging open communication and creating an environment where people feel comfortable to share how they are feeling.
- Finding a private space to talk at a time that suits you both.
- Actively listen to what your colleague has to say and respond in a supportive, encouraging manner.
- Directing your colleague to other support systems within the company or externally.
If you suspect your colleague is in immediate danger of harming themselves or someone else, you can call 999 or take them to the nearest Accident and Emergency.
- Sudden and noticeable changes in behaviour.
- Seeming more withdrawn and distant than usual.
- Showing less interest in their work, particularly in tasks they have previously liked doing.
- Producing work to a lower standard than usual.
As an employer, you might wish to regularly check in with your employees to make sure they are okay. If you suspect a member of staff is dealing with mental health challenges, you should extend your support.