Mental wellbeing in the workplace 
— How to become a mental wellbeing coach

In today’s workplaces, emotional clarity, psychological safety and human connection are no longer “soft skills” — they are the foundation for real performance, trust and long-term engagement. When people feel seen, safe and supported, everything changes: communication opens up, conflicts dissolve faster, and teams collaborate with honesty instead of fear.

This program is created for those who want to support others towards better mental wellbeing — with structure, confidence and real impact. You will learn how to initiate and conduct meaningful conversations, support others through challenges and motivate others to self-help. Which will lead to a culture where people stay engages, thrive and truly grow. In the end this will impact individuals health and wellbeing, performance and the results for the company you represent.

A woman sits in emotional discomfort, symbolizing mental strain and the impact of stress.

“1 in 4 adults experience a mental-health challenge each year. Mental distress is now the leading cause of long-term sick leave in Europe.”

Source: WHO & OECD, 2024

Why mental wellbeing at work matters

Mental wellbeing affects how we feel, focus and perform at work. Gallup’s research shows that many employees struggle silently with stress and low motivation. When leaders meet these challenges with clarity, compassion and practical support, everything changes. We create workplaces where people feel safe, valued and engaged — and where both individuals and organisations can thrive.

Core Pillars of Mental Wellbeing

To build a mentally healthy workplace, we focus on four core pillars that drive clarity, resilience and engagement — for individuals, teams and culture.

A person sitting with emotional distress, receiving a helping hand.

EARLY
AWARENESS

Recognize early signs of mental distress — without stigma or avoidance.

Two people in conversation, with supportive body language and emotional expression.

EMPATHIC CONVERSATIONS

Know how to approach, ask and listen with respect, clarity and humanity.

Colleagues helping each other step up, symbolizing support and progress.

SUPPORT
& SELF-HELP

Support colleagues to take steps forward — without taking over responsibility.

Two people communicating openly in a safe and understanding environment.

PSYCHOLOGICAL
SAFETY

Create a culture where people feel safe to speak up, connect and ask for help.

“Teams that feel psychologically safe are 3× more engaged and innovative.”

Google re:Work Project & Harvard Business Review

What you will gain

This 2-day program gives you the confidence, structure and tools to support others — and build a healthier, more human workplace.

  • Clarity & Confidence – Know what to look for and how to act early
  • Stronger Conversations – Lead difficult dialogues with empathy and structure
  • Real Impact at WorkSupport colleagues with tools that help to self-help — reducing stress, conflict and sick leave.
PROGRAM STRUCTUR

2-DAY TRAINING

This 2-day training is designed to build confidence, skills and structure — so that each participant can support colleagues with clarity, empathy and real impact.

Day 1 — Awareness & Understanding

  • Recognize early signs of mental distress
  • Psychological safety and trust
  • Listening skills and respectful dialogue
  • How to approach — without fear, stigma or avoidance


Day 2 — Tools, Practice & Real Conversations

  • Structured conversation tools
  • Support others with tools that help to self-help — without taking over responsibility
  • Self-help methods and next-step planning
  • Practice with real scenarios & feedback

Format

  • 2 days, 4 modules, 3 hours each
  • Separate groups for managers and employees
  • Certified instructors, pragmatic tools, real cases
RESULTS:

WHY IT MATTERS

A mentally healthy workplace is not a “nice to have” — it’s a business imperative.

When people feel seen, supported and safe, everything changes.
Conflicts dissolve faster, engagement rises and teams collaborate with honesty instead of fear. Organizations that invest in mental wellbeing see real results:

  • Reduced stress and sick leave — less burnout and faster recovery
  • Higher retention and loyalty — people stay when they feel valued
  • Better performance and productivity — clarity and engagement boost results
  • Stronger workplace culture — psychological safety builds trust and initiative


It creates a workplace where people don’t just cope — they grow.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

This program is designed for organisations that want to build a healthier workplace — where people feel seen, safe and supported. It is especially valuable for:

  • Managers and leaders who want to create psychological safety and handle sensitive conversations with clarity and confidence
  • HR & People functions who need a structured approach to prevention, support and early detection
  • Employees with natural empathy who want tools to support colleagues without taking over responsibility
  • Organisations in change who want to reduce stress, increase engagement and build a more resilient culture

If you believe that people are your most important asset — and that wellbeing is a foundation for performance — this program is for you.

PROVEN RESULTS – WHAT OUR CLIENTS EXPERIENCE

When organisations invest in mental wellbeing, both people and performance grow. Clients who have completed this program report clear and measurable outcomes:


  • Reduced stress and sick leave — fewer burnout cases and faster recovery
  • Higher engagement and motivation — people feel seen, heard and valued
  • Stronger retention and loyalty — employees stay when they feel supported
  • Better performance and collaboration — psychological safety boosts problem-solving and innovation

Client voice
“When people feel safe, everything changes. We communicate openly, solve conflicts faster and support each other instead of hiding problems. This program has made a real difference in our culture.”

— European Management Team, 2024

What our clients say

Lead with awareness

Our focus on safety is our highest priority in Alleima. 
So, we as the European Management team decided to invest in our leader team to build knowledge about ”Mental Wellbeing”  so, we could work more proactive and make a more positive difference for our employees.
 
We found a vendor in Stahl & Partners that could provide us with practical tools for how:

  • To identify needs 
  • Understand the different mental challenges 
  • Initiate and conduct conversations that will help a person to self-help
  • Provide an environment of mental safety and openness 

 The training was truly eye-opening for us. Through our reflections, we realised that we may have previously overlooked signals from colleagues who needed support.

It is also encouraging to see that our discussions transformed some of our initial scepticism into enthusiasm, showing that, as both colleagues and managers, we can make a real difference for our team moving forward.
 
Stahl & Partners has been a vendor for Alleima worldwide for more than seven years and are outstanding at tailoring training to our needs. This will not only one our eyes but contribute to our biggest mission in Alleima: Safety first.”

Jane Eriksson 
Dir. Sales and Marketing TUBE EMEA Alleima 

Mental Wellbeing — Time to Act

Time to go from insights to action.
We act.
And we give you the tools to help to self-help.

Let’s explore how we can support your organisation and create a healthier workplace together.