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4 February 2025

Employee Counselling for Uncertain Times

In the past few months, a theme that has emerged in employee counselling as a major driver of stress and burnout amongst employees is that of “uncertainty”. This feelings of not quite knowing what is...

8 January 2025

Workplace Wellbeing – 2025 Forward Planning Diary

Workplace Wellbeing – 2025 Forward Planning DiaryTake a proactive approach to workplace wellbeing by exploring our full 2025 forward planning diary - https://wellbeing.partners/awareness-days/. With expert-led programmes and support throughout the year, we can help you...

6 December 2024

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Empowering Menopausal Women in the Workforce

A key aspect of the new UK government's Plan to Make Work Pay legislation is its focus on improving support for women navigating peri-menopause and menopause within the workplace environment. While mental and physical health...

29 November 2024

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Neurodiversity Training for Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs)

At Wellbeing Partners, we are excited to introduce our latest service offering: Neurodiversity Training for Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs). This comprehensive 2-hour training is live and interactive for a group of up to 20 of your employees....

18 November 2024

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Boost Workplace Wellbeing with Recovery Counselling for Employees on Sick Leave

Workplace absenteeism due to mental health concerns such as anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, and trauma is on the rise. In the UK, the average number of sick days taken by employees has surged by 55%...

1 November 2024

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Elevate Employee Wellbeing with Fully Qualified Workplace Counselling

At Wellbeing Partners, we understand the critical importance of mental health in the workplace. Our team of fully qualified and experienced workplace counsellors is dedicated to providing effective support that prioritises prevention and recovery for...

4 October 2024

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Bite-Sized Winter Wellbeing Workshops

We are excited to launch our new range of Seasonal Bite-Sized Lunch & Learns – a series of five x 30 minute winter wellbeing workshops for your employees to learn key tips and techniques for...

4 October 2024

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The ‘Malingering Myth’: Why employees keep mental health struggles hidden in the workplace

There is a disturbing narrative gaining traction in professional circles that argues that many employees suffering from mental health issues are “malingering” - exaggerating or even faking symptoms to facilitate time off work. The idea...

2 October 2024

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Insight into Wellbeing Partner’s Senior Counsellor and Presenter

Alex Macfarlane MBACP Fully qualified mental health professional Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) 10+ years post qualification experience in workplace mental health support services What do you enjoy about working...