8 low-cost apps to help employees manage their mental health

By Alyssa Place, This is my expertise
Published Updated 2 Min Read

Access to mental health care resources shouldn’t add more strain to already-stressed employees.

One-quarter of employees say their mental health has deteriorated during COVID, and 40% are dealing with a mental health condition like anxiety or depression, according to Lyra Health. Yet 56% of employees did not seek care and 40% did not know whether their employer offered benefits that would help them.

Calm for Business is offered by more than 1,000 employer clients. Users who have access to the app can practice mindfulness, tap into relaxation and meditation exercises and learn sleep improvement techniques.

The program offers online therapy and coaching resources. Employees are matched with a therapist or counselor for text or video sessions. The platform also offers self-guided cognitive behavioral therapy wellness tools and exercises.

Alyssa Place
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Alyssa Place is the editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News and has been with the team since 2019. Her work covers mental health, DEI, women at work, financial wellness, retirement and workplace … Read full bio


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