Workplace Mental Health Policy Support

Build a great company culture with a comprehensive mental health policy

A key question for today’s business leaders is how do you build a happy, resilient and inclusive company culture? The answer is in a comprehensive and clinically informed workplace mental health policy.

At a time when more workers are prioritising a supportive and engaging work environment that helps employees thrive personally and professionally, it has never been more urgent for organisations to champion mental health initiatives and policies in their workplace.

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Expert mental health policy consultancy with Onebright

At Onebright, we care about your people and your future. If you are a business of 20 or 20,000 individuals, having a workplace mental health policy is best practice.

We conduct independent workforce mental health audits for clients who want to get the mental wellbeing of their employees right. Our expert clinicians will then present you with tailored recommendations, guidance and a meaningful, relevant and clinically informed strategy for your workplace.

Our mental health consultants specialise in creating workplace mental health policies that promote and protect the mental health and well-being of all employees. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to what a policy should include, so we’re here to guide you through every step of the way – from consultancy to training and reporting.

One in four people will experience a mental health problem

Whether it is a short or long-term mental condition, having a comprehensive mental health policy and effective wellbeing strategies in place to support employees can have far-reaching benefits in reducing the symptoms of individuals who may be depressed, anxious, or experiencing grief from loss.

ROI 5-6x return on investment in training

High volume 350+ training sessions delivered every year

High rating 97% of participants rated their facilitator 4.5/5

The Onebright difference

"Some employees told me they were diagnosed with ADHD, and I wanted to ensure our organisation was properly accommodating them. Onebright gave us practical, expert advice on how we could do this."

- HR Officer

Mental Health Policies in the Workplace: FAQs

An inclusive mental health policy requires guidance from a nationally recognised mental health consultant who can help put forth a written document on how a business approaches mental health.

Developing a mental health policy for the workplace is a complex and ongoing process that requires the engagement of stakeholders, ongoing monitoring and evaluation, and a commitment to improving the livelihoods of individuals in the workplace.

Contact Onebright for more information about how we can help you create an effective mental health policy.

A mental health policy can promote positive mental health in the workplace by creating a supportive environment that reduces stigma, raises awareness, and encourages employees to seek help if needed.

An effective workplace mental health policy will help you think strategically and act where it counts. It helps businesses to lead from the top by managing risks and creating authentic organisational change.

Inclusive environments promote acceptance and respect for diversity, which can help reduce stigma and discrimination towards individuals with mental health conditions. This can make it easier for individuals to seek help and support when needed, improving mental health outcomes.

Neuroinclusion is a form of diversity in the workplace that can provide business benefits from featuring it in your workplace policy. Attracting and retaining neurodiverse talent requires a business commitment that is dedicated to creating a work environment that accommodates everyone.

While organisations are not legally required to have a mental health policy, it is a good idea to create one.

All employers have a duty of care towards their employees and their mental health and wellbeing. Implementing a mental health policy into the workplace can ensure these standards are being met and evidence the organisation’s commitment to improving employee wellbeing.