Umbrella - October 2025 View in Browser Tēnā koutou, Mental Health Awareness Week is happening next week and is a timely reminder that wellbeing at work isn’t just about responding to challenges - it’s about preventing them. Join us for two free lunchtime webinars featuring our expert psychologists
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Umbrella - October 2025

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Tēnā koutou,

Mental Health Awareness Week is happening next week and is a timely reminder that wellbeing at work isn’t just about responding to challenges - it’s about preventing them. Join us for two free lunchtime webinars featuring our expert psychologists who will unpack the latest insights in behavioural science, habit formation, and workplace culture. These sessions are designed to spark meaningful conversations, share practical tools, and help teams embed wellbeing into everyday work life.

We’re also sharing our new thoughts on the often-overlooked link between psychosocial risk and physical injury, and how leadership capability and early intervention play a critical role in managing these risks. Plus, take our quick workplace wellbeing questionnaire to see how your organisation measures up, and access free resources to help you improve.

Whether you're just starting your wellbeing journey or looking to take it to the next level, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s make Mental Health Awareness Week a launchpad for lasting change.

Until next time, mā te wā 
The Umbrella team







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REMINDER: UMBRELLA WEBINARS 

FOR MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK

We've organised two free lunchtime webinars to be run during Mental Health Awareness Week and we are looking forward to see you there. These webinars bring together experts in workplace wellbeing to discuss the latest in wellbeing and behavioural science and clinical and organisational psychology.

“Top up together by putting wellbeing first at work”
When: noon to 1pm, Tuesday 7 October.

“Top up together with the power of tiny habits”
When: noon to 1pm, Friday 10 October.




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THE LINK BETWEEN PSYCHOSOCIAL RISK
AND PHYSICAL HARM

A new article from our Wellbeing Assessment and Strategy Specialist, Erika Clarry, explores a vital but often overlooked connection in workplace health and safety: the link between psychosocial risk and physical injury.

The article is a must-read for health and safety professionals, HR leaders, and executives committed to creating safer, more resilient workplaces. it shows us how mental harm and physical injury need to be treated holistically and preventatively, in partnership. That's what Umbrella and Geneva Wellbeing do best.
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MANAGING PSYCHOSOCIAL RISK CONFERENCE


As workplaces evolve, so too must the leadership capabilities that support employee wellbeing. At this year’s Managing Psychosocial Risk conference, Umbrella's Prinicipal Psychologist Dr Dougal Sutherland will present a compelling session on developing leadership capability to address psychosocial risk - a critical topic for organisations striving to create psychologically safe environments.

This session is a must-attend for HR professionals, health and safety leaders, and executives committed to building resilient, thriving workplaces. Register now to join the conversation and gain practical tools to future-proof your organisation.



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PROACTIVE SUPPORT FOR THRIVING WORKPLACES


Mental wellbeing isn’t just about responding to crises - it’s about preventing them. Umbrella’s Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme (E-EAP) is designed to support your people before challenges escalate, offering early intervention and proactive care that builds resilience across your organisation.

Unlike traditional EAPs, Umbrella’s Enhanced EAP connects employees with registered psychologists, psychotherapists, and counsellors for confidential, short-term support. With diagnostic assessments, tailored referrals, and leadership coaching, this service is built to catch issues early and empower individuals to thrive.

From stress management to navigating change, Umbrella’s Enhanced EAP helps teams stay well, engaged, and productive. 
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