Consumer Services Industry

Mental health services for customer service employees

As the consumer services industry evolves, mental health support is increasingly important in ensuring employee well-being and productivity. Talkspace’s comprehensive mental health services can help employees and foster a healthier working atmosphere across your organization.

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Hundreds of organizations have partnered with Talkspace
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The hidden toll on mental health

The demanding nature of consumer-facing roles can lead to increased stress levels and a variety of mental health challenges. Access to flexible mental healthcare options can ensure employees perform better at work and in life.

61%

higher odds of women in tipped service work reporting depression diagnoses or symptoms than women in nonservice work

14%

of men in service occupations reported depression

76%

reported at least one symptom of a mental health condition in the past year

84%

reported at least one workplace factor negatively impacting their mental health

How it works

Solutions to support consumer service workers

Get tailored solutions designed specifically for professionals in the consumer services industry. Talkspace provides streamlined access to comprehensive mental health services, eliminating common obstacles that hinder them from seeking the help they need.

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Eliminating long waits

A sophisticated matching process means consumer service employees can start to communicate with a licensed provider within days on average.

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Our flexible approach

Offering various modalities, such as video, audio, or text-based therapy, caters to different lifestyles and preferences. We make it easy and approachable for employees to connect with a therapist in whichever way they’re most comfortable.

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Nationwide network

Your workforce will join millions of members who have found treatment with our wide network of providers over the last decade.

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Proven results for employee wellness

Investing in mental health services yields significant benefits for consumer service employees, leading to a more productive and healthier workforce. Talkspace research shows that text-based messaging is “a promising lifeline during chaotic times.” Some of the key improvements observed include:

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50% fewer work hours missed
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36% increase in productivity
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39% better work-life balance

Overcome consumer services struggles

Consumer service professionals often face unique challenges in their work environment that lead to various mental health issues.

High stress

The fast-paced nature of consumer service roles can contribute to high stress levels for employees, especially when dealing with demanding customers and attempting to meet tight deadlines.

Emotional labor

Many consumer-facing roles demand that employees maintain a positive demeanor and manage their emotions effectively while interacting with customers. The draining nature of their work has been linked to heightened burnout, job discontentment, and reduced psychological well-being.

Lack of work-life balance

Many consumer service professionals struggle to achieve a healthy work-life balance due to extended or unpredictable hours. The inability to control or anticipate their work schedule may exacerbate feelings of anxiety or depression.

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How Talkspace can help

Self-Guided

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Members have access to 70 self-guided resources, including weekly therapist-led classes and other self-help materials to enhance mental health.

Therapy

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Talkspace connects consumer services employees with licensed therapists who specialize in various areas such as anxiety, depression, stress management, and more.

Psychiatry

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Talkspace Psychiatry provides access to board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric providers who can assess an employee’s mental health condition and prescribe medication if necessary for their treatment plan.

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Why consumer employers partner with Talkspace

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published studies

25+

partnerships with prestigious research institutes

4 NIH

grants
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Reporting capabilities

Talkspace’s detailed reporting gives you actionable insights into how benefits are being used, so you can enhance or adjust your offerings as needed.

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Access to Talkspace Engage

The Talkspace Engage portal helps busy HR leaders easily promote mental health in the workplace. Access robust marketing and onboarding support, and gather insights from real-time reports on utilization, engagement, and activation. 

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Customized plans and pricing

Talkspace works with each employer partner to find the best solution for your business.

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Care for your workforce so they can better care for customers

Investing in employee mental health can positively affect organizational success — partnering with Talkspace is your first step.

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