Mental Health Awareness Month: Creating Workplace Wellness Through Accessible Care

With Mental Health Awareness Month underway, businesses have the opportunity to prioritize employee wellbeing in meaningful ways. With 1 in 5 adults experiencing mental health challenges annually, these issues significantly impact both healthcare costs and quality of life across organizations of all sizes.  

The Business Case for Mental Health Support 

Supporting mental health initiatives isn’t just compassionate leadership—it’s smart business. Mental health conditions cost employers billions each year through increased absenteeism, reduced productivity, and higher healthcare spending. 

Companies investing in mental health services see tangible returns through improved workplace performance and employee retention. 

Providing a Comprehensive Mental Health Program 

Today’s workforce expects mental health support as part of a complete benefits package. The Call A Doctor Plus mental health program delivers precisely what employees need: 

• Virtual therapy with licensed professionals available 24/7/365 

• Psychiatric consultations with minimal wait times  

• Support options for both adults and teens 13+ 

• Customizable care plans for varying needs and conditions 

Call A Doctor Plus addresses both immediate needs and preventative care while ensuring services are accessible regardless of work schedules or location. The program seamlessly integrates with existing benefits, creating a consistent experience that helps employees navigate mental health challenges with professional support exactly when they need it most.  

Supporting Daily Mental Wellness 

Mental health support extends beyond clinical services. Creating a culture of wellbeing involves providing multiple pathways to better mental health that complement Call A Doctor Plus’s professional services.  

To further support employees’ mental health journeys, consider these additional resources:  

• Guided Meditation – Headspace on YouTube offers free videos to help with mindfulness and relaxation. Even short 5-10 minute meditation sessions can significantly reduce stress and improve focus, making them perfect for workplace wellness moments. 

• Stress Management Techniques – The CDC’s Mental Health page provides evidence-based tips for coping with stress, building resilience, and staying grounded during challenging times. These practical strategies can help employees develop healthy coping mechanisms for daily stressors. 

• Mental Health Apps – Apps like Calm or Moodfit offer daily check-ins, journaling, and coping strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. These tools provide accessible support between therapy sessions and help maintain ongoing mental wellness practices. 

• Physical Wellness Programs – Encourage regular physical activity through wellness initiatives that support the mind-body connection. Research consistently shows that even moderate exercise can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. You can learn more from Johns Hopkins Physical Well-Being Resources. 

• Support Communities – Employee resource groups, like Togetherall focused on mental wellbeing provide forums for sharing experiences in safe, confidential environments. These peer-led communities reduce isolation and normalize conversations around mental health challenges. 

• Sleep Hygiene Education – Quality sleep is foundational to mental health. Resources, like the Sleep Foundation, can help employees understand sleep’s importance and develop healthy sleep routines can significantly impact overall wellbeing.   

By offering this multi-layered approach to mental wellness, organizations demonstrate their commitment to supporting employees’ complete mental health journey—from prevention through professional treatment when needed. 

Taking Action in Mental Health Awareness Month 

This awareness month provides the perfect opportunity to evaluate your organization’s approach to mental wellbeing. Consider starting by offering mental health training for managers, who often serve as the first line of support for employees in need. Leadership visibility plays a key role—when leaders speak openly about mental health and share their own self-care practices, it helps reduce stigma and encourages employees to seek support. 

This is also an ideal time to introduce Call A Doctor Plus solutions into your wellness strategy. Even small changes—like placing our mental health resources visible in high-traffic areas, incorporating mental health check-ins during regular team interactions, or launching a communication campaign highlighting our 24/7 virtual therapy options—can drive impact with your employees. 

These actions help employees understand how to access support when needed while normalizing mental health conversations. Promoting the seamless nature of CADRP’s platform — including fast access to providers and flexible, convenient virtual sessions — can significantly increase utilization rates and lead to a healthier, more supported workforce. 

Looking Forward: Mental Health Beyond May 

While Mental Health Awareness Month provides a focused opportunity for launching initiatives, effective mental health support requires year-round attention. Mental health solutions aren’t just another benefit—they’re essential components of the workplace culture employees increasingly expect and deserve. 

Organizations that prioritize mental health by providing comprehensive, accessible care create an environment where people can bring their best selves to work—driving innovation, collaboration, and long-term success through stronger performance and greater employee satisfaction.