Cognitive Behavioural Therapy In The Workplace

Business support / Employee assistance programme

It is easy to demonstrate the benefit of prevention over cure and equally, the paramount importance of the emotional well-being of both business owners and employees. Through the implementation of a confidential support service, individuals with problems are able to clarify situations and explore options in a safe environment. Timely support reduces the risk of long term incapacitation thus saving loss of production, mistakes and absenteeism. The counselling experience usually generates a positive outcome for all, as distractions are reduced, motivation increased and performance maximised.

Bel offers counselling on a 'Pay As You Go' basis. This extends affordability to small and medium sized business's that do not wish to commit to long term expensive contracts.

The following Service is offered:

• Face to face counselling at Newlands Medical Centre or place of work. Home visits may be possible
• Telephone counselling by appointment
• Nutritional Therapy, fitness and well being
• Life coaching - defining goals

Getting the best from your workforce

The following support is offered using a '20 Point Checklist For Success':

• Stress and depression awareness both for employers and employees
• Acknowledging how emotional distress, disappointment or loss can adversely affect concentration and motivation
• Understanding and respecting feelings and taking an active interest in the concerns of individuals
• Mediation - Working towards a win / win outcomes
• Managing Workplace Relations / Handling conflict. Bullying and diversity awareness
• Team and confidence building
• Recognising and developing skills. Acknowledging limitations
• Nurturing and inspiring trust in every employee showing and expecting loyalty
• Conflict management - negotiating and resolving disagreements quickly
• Seeking to understand before being understood
• Evaluating leadership styles. Inspiring and guiding. Creating transparency and declaring intent
• Consistent and specific communication. Are your objectives consistent with your actions?
• Managing change - Change in work practices or market forces. Strategies for survival. Remaining flexible when handling change but prepared for a rapid response if necessary
• Bullying and diversity awareness. Embracing flair and imagination Rewarding enterprise
• Recognising when private / home-life problems are adversely affecting performance. Demonstrating care and offering support
• Training - Identifying training needs. Understanding different learning styles and developing cognitive skills. Spotting and nurturing talents
• Leading by example
• Recognising that managerial displays of frustration, anger or impatience are usually counter productive as they create a 'startled rabbit' response. Fear immobilises and toxic emotions render the brain incapable of rational thought
• Acknowledging how better working relationships produces better results for less cost
• An additional benefit to the employer in offering support for members of staff through counselling or in actively seeking independent professional advice in emotional matters is, that it can contribute to the discharge of care required by law of an organisation whilst, simultaneously attracting high calibre staff attracted by the company's commitment to employee welfare and personal development