2.8 Supporting our Mental Health

Sometimes it helps to talk.

We all have good days and bad days. Then there are those days when something isn't quite right, you've got something on your mind, or things just seem too much. Whatever it may be, it can make a real difference having someone to talk to. To hear what you have to say. And to give you advice.

Catalpa has a relationship with Mandala Staff Support who provide all Catalpa employees with confidential and free counselling services.

The aim of this service is to assist our people with the resolution of personal and work related problems which may affect your work performance or quality of life. Any discussions you may have with a counselor will remain strictly confidential.

To find out more about Mandala Staff Support, view their brochure here.

All sessions are confidential, and are conducted by registered psychologists. The counselling team are psychosocial specialists with long term experience supporting staff and volunteers in the international development and humanitarian aid sectors.

Catalpa staff can access up to 3 hours of counselling support per year. This service is available for all Catalpa employees no matter where you are based.

To schedule an appointment, staff can access counseling support by contacting Mandala Staff Support direct:

• Email: [e-mail]

• Phone: (local/international): [phone]

Note, there is no need to inform your manager or HR, this is a confidential service. For any questions, please contact Keren, People & Culture Manager