In today’s fast-paced work environment, stress, high pressure, and burnout are becoming increasingly common. Mental well-being plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy, productive workplace. Employees who are mentally resilient are not only more focused and creative, but also more loyal and less likely to take sick leave. Despite this, mental health is still often underestimated within organizations.
Mental Health Matters—Also for Your Bottom Line
In the Netherlands, the impact of mental health issues in the workplace is striking. Approximately one in six employees experience symptoms related to burnout. Psychological complaints such as stress, anxiety, or depression are responsible for 38% of long-term sick leave cases. Employees facing mental health challenges are absent for an average of 40 days. For employers, this translates into a significant financial burden, with costs estimated between €250 and €400 per day per employee. Over the course of a long-term absence, this can amount to €16,000 or more for a single case.
The 12-week Mind Retreat Program – Health & Recovery
Mind Retreat Company offers a 12-week program specifically designed to support employees in recovering from stress-related complaints and developing healthier ways of managing mental challenges. The program guides participants through the recovery process from stress, burnout, and overload, while helping them build greater self-awareness, improve their ability to set personal boundaries, and increase their emotional resilience.
Participants also learn practical mindfulness and breathing techniques and receive guidance in transforming limiting thought patterns. Beyond stress and burnout recovery, the program is also effective for those dealing with anxiety symptoms, low mood or depressive tendencies, sleep disturbances, and unexplained physical complaints such as fatigue, headaches, or muscle tension. By combining evidence-based mindfulness practices with personal guidance, the program supports sustainable mental and physical well-being in an accessible and practical way.
A tailored, integrative approach
In certain cases, the Mind Retreat Program can be complemented with other forms of support provided by external professionals to ensure comprehensive care. This integrative approach may include sessions with a psychologist, osteopathic treatments, nutritional coaching to restore balance and energy, or acupuncture to aid in stress relief and physical healing.
This multidisciplinary method ensures each participant receives personalized and effective care, leading to long-lasting results. The benefits for organizations are clear: reduced absenteeism, increased energy and engagement among employees, and a workplace culture that truly prioritizes well-being.
Ready to invest in your team’s mental health?
Contact us to explore how the Mind Retreat Program can support your organization and create a healthier, more resilient workforce.
