With workplace health now firmly on the national agenda, the message from government and business leaders is clear: employers must take a more proactive role in supporting the wellbeing of their teams.
The new Keep Britain Working review, led by former John Lewis chair Charlie Mayfield, has revealed that poor health and worklessness are costing the UK economy as much as £85 billion a year — and that fixing the problem will require stronger workplace health support led by employers themselves. The report calls for a “fundamental reset” in how health is managed at work, recognising that lasting solutions will come from genuine partnership between employers, employees, and the NHS.
At Wellbeing Partners, we wholeheartedly agree. For years, we’ve worked with organisations that understand the impact of mental health on attendance, performance, and culture. And with the latest findings highlighting the urgency of early intervention, now is the time for every employer to strengthen their support for employees who are struggling with their health.
Supporting Recovery — and Reducing Long-Term Absence
Workplace absenteeism due to mental health concerns such as anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, and trauma continues to rise. In the UK, the average number of sick days taken by employees has surged by 55% since 2019. For employees who are off work for extended periods, the lack of a tailored recovery plan can lead to avoidable prolonged absence, increased anxiety about returning to work, and diminished productivity upon their return.
That’s where Wellbeing Partners’ Recovery Counselling Service makes a measurable difference.
Introducing Wellbeing Partners’ Recovery Counselling Service
Our Recovery Counselling service is designed to help employees on sick leave recover more effectively — both physically and mentally — while preparing for a smooth, confident return to work.
Employees receive a series of tailored, 50-minute online sessions with our highly experienced workplace mental health professionals. Each employee is supported to manage anxiety, burnout, stress, insomnia, depression, bereavement and grief, trauma, and interpersonal difficulties — issues that can significantly affect both wellbeing and work readiness.
How We Help
Our Recovery Counselling service equips employees with practical tools to:
- Recover and maintain their wellbeing
- Build resilience and coping skills
- Navigate the sometimes anxiety-filled process of returning to work
- Restore their overall wellbeing and capacity to flourish in the workplace
Why Choose Wellbeing Partners?
Expert Support: Our team consists of fully qualified and experienced workplace mental health professionals, each with a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience and professional association membership.
Tailored Approach: Each employee receives confidential sessions and a wellbeing recovery plan based on their individual needs.
Convenient Access: Sessions take place online, making it easy for employees to access support wherever they are.
Cost-Effective: Our service provides a budget-friendly way to help employees recover and return to work with confidence — aligning with the government’s call for accessible, practical workplace health solutions.
Investing in Health, Productivity, and the Future of Work
As the Keep Britain Working review makes clear, the future of workforce resilience depends on shared responsibility for health at work. By offering Recovery Counselling, your organisation can take a proactive step that supports both your people and your performance — helping employees return to work with confidence, and reducing the risk of longer-term absence.
Now more than ever, investing in your employees’ recovery isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s a strategic business decision that builds a healthier, more engaged, and sustainable workforce.
Contact us below to learn more about how Wellbeing Partners can support your employees through their recovery journey.