Why Mental Health Matters at Work
The cost of poor mental health to UK businesses is staggering, with an estimated £30 billion in annual financial losses. However, these figures only scratch the surface of the deeper, far-reaching impacts on employees and organisations alike.
Beyond Absenteeism and Lost Productivity
Mental health challenges often go unnoticed, yet their effects are profound. Employees struggling with their mental wellbeing might still show up to work but often experience:
- Reduced focus and productivity
- Increased likelihood of errors
- Difficulty managing stress and pressure
- Challenges in collaboration and teamwork
- Feelings of being overwhelmed by tasks
- Higher susceptibility to conflicts and misunderstandings
These challenges create a ripple effect, leading to:
- Lower employee morale and engagement
- Decreased customer satisfaction and loyalty
- Higher staff turnover and recruitment costs
- Negative impacts on team dynamics and collaboration
The Human Cost
For employees, the personal toll of poor mental health is significant, resulting in:
- Anxiety, depression and burnout
- Stress-related disorders and trauma
- Decreased self-esteem and confidence
- Strained relationships at work and home
These effects manifest in absenteeism, presenteeism (physically present but disengaged), reduced job satisfaction and decreased turnover.
The Business Cost
Beyond the human toll, poor mental health has tangible business consequences, including:
- Damaged brand reputation
- Reduced competitiveness and market share
- Decreased innovation and creativity
- Increased risk of errors and accidents
- Challenges in attracting and retaining top talent
Prioritising Mental Health: A Win-Win for Everyone
By fostering a mentally healthy workplace, businesses can:
- Enhance productivity and efficiency
- Boost employee engagement and morale
- Increase customer satisfaction and loyalty
- Reduce absenteeism and turnover rates
- Safeguard their reputation
Taking care of the whole person—not just their job role—creates a happier, healthier and more productive workforce.
How Anxious Minds Can Help
Anxious Minds offers tailored mental health solutions to support your staff and organisation, including:
Affordable Counselling Options
- First appointments within a week.
- Flexible payment plans to suit your budget
- Fund up to six counselling sessions (£300)
- Offer salary sacrifice schemes for staff
- Support for relationship or family issues at the same cost
Easy Referral Process
Setting up a Service Level Agreement (SLA) is straightforward:
- Call us to set up an agreement.
- Begin referring employees within a week.
Support for High-Pressure Roles
For employees in stressful positions (e.g., teachers, community workers, call centre staff etc), we offer:
- Supervision services with clinical supervisors.
- Group support to promote peer networks and ensure safe working practices.
Crisis Support
In times of crisis, such as workplace accidents or bereavements, our team of experienced counsellors are ready to provide immediate, compassionate support tailored to your needs.
Why Choose Anxious Minds?
With over 10 years of experience and 15,000 counselling sessions delivered annually in the North East, Anxious Minds is a trusted partner in workplace mental health.
Highlights of our services include:
- Nationally recognised for excellence with multiple awards
- DBS-checked counsellors who undergo rigorous vetting
- Proven expertise in delivering high-quality, reliable support.
Tailored Solutions for Your Organisation
Anxious Minds offers bespoke services to address the unique mental health challenges of your workforce, including:
- Employee counselling
- Mental health training and workshops
- Manager and staff supervision
- Coaching and facilitation
Contact Us Today on: 0191 262 0305
to discuss how we can support your business and employees.