HEALTH * WELLNESS * INCLUSIVITY
MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS IN THE WORKPLACE
I specialise in workplace mental health. Through consulting, workshops / training and presentations, I help leaders and their teams understand and manage mental health issues at work, and de-stigmatise mental illness.
WHY SHOULD WORKPLACE MENTAL HEALTH IN SOUTH AFRICA MATTER TO EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES?
There is increasing evidence that more working days are lost due to mental health issues than physical ones.
A mentally healthy workforce is a productive, happy and cohesive one. This means that profitability is optimal.
Quick facts according to the South Africa Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG)
72% of surveyed people said that mental illness was affecting their work performance.
Employees take up to 18 days off annually due to depression even although this is not the reported medical condition.
THERE IS A GROWING EXPECTATION FROM EMPLOYEES THAT THEIR LEADERS MUST ROLE MODEL, LISTEN AND SHOW EMPATHY AROUND MENTAL HEALTH.
It is vital that employers find a way to balance the needs of business and the needs of its employees to ensure that productivity is maintained and mental health is supported.
A MENTALLY HEALTHY WORKPLACE IS WHERE PEOPLE AT ALL LEVELS HAVE A SHARED VISION OF, AND COMMITMENT TO, POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH.
The pandemic taught leaders about the importance of inclusion, openness, trust and psychological safety for productivity, performance and organisational growth. I help businesses achieve a strategic and integrated approach to their employees wellbeing and mental health by delivering expertise across three core services: individual consulting, functional capacity assessments, and workshops / training.
Empowering Leaders To Acknowledge That Mental Health Is A Collective Responsibility, And That Prioritising Mental Health Is Promoting Overall Organizational Health
Research shows that employees are happier when they feel more supported in their workplace. Whether it’s a work culture that promotes and supports accessible mental health resources, or a manager that responds sensitively to your needs – a work environment that supports your well-being is a workplace that cares.
MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOPS, TRAINING & PRESENTATIONS
I offer an engaging, entertaining and enlightening experience. Currently offering these services on-line, on-site at your premises, or a combination of both.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY ASSESSMENTS
These assessments provide clarity on an employee’s ability to perform their job, and whether or not there is need for implementation of special / reasonable job accommodation/s.
INDIVIDUAL CONSULTING
Corporate stress management consulting offered on-site or on-line. This service is available to employees as they require to specifically assist them with work related stress. For a small monthly retainer, you can reserve 1 day per month for employees to book 30 minute consultations.
WHAT SOME CLIENTS SAY …
“This should be a TED talk.”
Delegate at in-house workshop on Employee Mental Health Matters
“A big thank you to you on being such an amazing host today for our #WTWW Self-love session! The event was a great success and everyone can’t stop raving about you! We learnt a lot today and you left us feeling empowered and motivated!”
HR Manager, Wunderman Thompson
“Thank you Lesley. I liked the fact that we were invited to participate in the discussion as it progressed and that there was time for questions afterwards if necessary.”