At Wholesome Psychology, we recognize that a healthy workplace goes far beyond physical safety. Psychological wellbeing is a critical component of employee performance, engagement, and overall organizational success. Based in Edmonton and St. Albert, our team is deeply committed to helping local organizations foster environments where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to thrive.
Whether you operate a small business or manage a large team, addressing mental health in the workplace is not just ethical—it’s strategic. Stress, burnout, unresolved conflict, and poor psychological safety can hinder performance and create long-term organizational challenges. Our workplace psychological health and safety services are designed to support your people at every stage: from early prevention to crisis intervention and return-to-work planning.
What Is Workplace Psychological Health and Safety?
Psychological health and safety refers to the organizational practices, policies, and procedures that protect employees’ mental wellbeing. This includes preventing harm to mental health through job design, interpersonal relationships, and leadership practices, and promoting overall mental wellness through a culture of care, respect, and support.
We follow the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace—a voluntary but powerful framework that helps employers systematically manage mental health risks and build sustainable, people-first organizations. Learn more about our unique approach to workplace wellbeing.
Why It Matters to Employers
Workplace psychological safety is not a luxury—it’s a necessity, especially in high-pressure industries such as healthcare, education, emergency services, and corporate sectors. Edmonton and St. Albert employers are increasingly recognizing the toll that poor mental health can take on their teams, and are seeking long-term, professional solutions.
- Increased productivity and reduced absenteeism
- Better employee retention and satisfaction
- Fewer workplace conflicts and injuries
- Improved morale and organizational culture
Our psychologists and therapists, all of whom are registered and based locally, bring deep experience in both clinical care and workplace systems. Meet our team to learn more about our qualifications and compassionate, evidence-based approach.
Our Comprehensive Four-Stage Model
We offer a robust, four-phase system to help organizations in Edmonton and St. Albert assess, address, and sustain psychological health in the workplace. Explore our services for detailed support options.
1. Workplace Assessment
We begin by conducting a full psychological health and safety assessment tailored to your work environment. This may include confidential employee surveys, leadership interviews, and a review of existing policies and workflows. The goal is to identify current risk factors—such as workload issues, unclear roles, or toxic dynamics—and understand the psychological culture of your team.
Our assessments align with the Guarding Minds at Work framework and are adapted to the specific realities of your industry and team structure. Results are delivered with actionable recommendations and strategies. Learn more about HR and staff management support.
2. Prevention and Early Intervention
Prevention is the cornerstone of a psychologically safe workplace. Once risks are identified, we partner with leadership to implement customized interventions, including:
- Workshops on stress management, emotional intelligence, and communication
- Training for managers on mental health literacy and supportive leadership
- Development of psychologically safe policies and wellness programming
- On-site or virtual mental health check-ins with licensed therapists
These initiatives are designed to address stressors before they escalate into mental health crises. We help you foster a proactive culture where conversations about mental health are normalized and supported. If you’re interested in educational workshops for your workplace, our team can help.
3. Individualized Support and Intervention
Despite the best prevention efforts, psychological challenges can still emerge. For employees facing stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, or trauma, we offer confidential and compassionate intervention services. These may include:
- Short-term individual counseling with licensed psychologists
- Crisis intervention and risk assessment
- Group therapy and peer support facilitation
- Consultation for HR professionals and leadership teams
We believe in quick, stigma-free access to care. Your employees are your greatest asset—and when they’re hurting, we respond with clinical care that is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and results-oriented. Learn more about our depression treatment and anxiety support options.
4. Re-engagement and Return-to-Work Planning
Supporting employees during their transition back to work after a mental health leave is one of the most critical—but often overlooked—components of workplace wellness. Our re-engagement services include:
- Return-to-work assessments to determine readiness and accommodations (see our return-to-work support)
- Collaborative planning with HR and management
- Gradual reintegration scheduling and follow-up therapy
- Ongoing support for both the returning employee and their team
Our goal is to ensure that return-to-work plans are not only safe, but sustainable—setting both the employee and their workplace up for long-term success. Learn more about workplace stress and workplace trauma support.
Who We Serve
We partner with organizations of all sizes across Edmonton and St. Albert, including:
Whether you’re building a workplace wellness strategy from scratch or looking to improve an existing framework, our team is ready to meet you where you’re at—with professionalism, compassion, and a strong grounding in psychological science. Discover more on our unique approach page.
Why Trust Wholesome Psychology?
Our team is composed of registered psychologists and experienced mental health professionals. We maintain the highest ethical standards, follow evidence-based practices, and are deeply familiar with the psychological needs of Alberta’s workforce.
We don’t just offer services—we build relationships. We believe in meeting both individuals and organizations with empathy, integrity, and unwavering professionalism. Our commitment to local employers means we understand the economic, social, and occupational pressures specific to Edmonton and St. Albert.
To learn more about our qualifications, experience, and specialties, please visit our Meet the Team page or explore our services.
Ready to Improve Mental Health at Work?
If you're ready to take a meaningful step toward workplace psychological health, we’re here to support you. Our local team will work with you to create a strategy that reflects your values, your people, and your vision for a healthier work environment.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation or learn more about how we can help build psychological safety into the heart of your workplace culture.
