“Mentally healthy workplaces are achievable, sustainable, cost-saving, and essential to thriving communities,” said Schroeder Stribling, president and CEO of Mental Health America. “At Mental Health America, we’re proud to recognize employers who are leading the way, and to help empower others to strengthen their own workplace mental health efforts.”

Depression and anxiety cost the global economy an estimated $1 trillion each year in lost productivity, and 90 percent of employees in unhealthy workplaces report that work-related stress affects their mental health – more than twice the rate of those in healthier workplaces. In addition, employees are navigating post-pandemic recovery, economic uncertainty, and record-high burnout.   

To help employers address these challenges, the 2025 report shares data from MHA’s Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health recognition program, the nation’s top certification for U.S. employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces. Since its launch in 2019, the Bell Seal program has awarded more than 900 certifications with employers across 40 states and the District of Columbia, collectively impacting over 5.1 million employees. 

Mental Health America identified five key themes that 2025 Bell Seal awardees have in common related to strengthening workplace mental health efforts:

• Mental health as a core business strategy — 99% of 2025 Bell Seal employers integrate mental health and well-being into their organizational strategy.
• Transparent and accountable communication — 94% have an internal plan to communicate major transitions and their potential impact on employees.
• Financial wellness as mental health support — 83% offer financial education, planning, and other resources to their employees.
• Responsive, comprehensive benefits — 79% offer support for employees across the mental health continuum, from maintaining well-being to addressing serious concerns.
• Accessibility and belonging — 96% review hiring practices for fairness for individuals with mental health or substance use conditions.

“Workplace mental health is no longer just an HR initiative, it’s a business and public health imperative,” said Suzi Craig, VP of MHA’s Workplace Mental Health program “Bell Seal certified employers are showing that investing in employee well-being is not only the right thing to do, it’s also a proven driver of retention, productivity, and business success.”

Read the full Workplace Mental Health in 2025 report, including case studies from Bell Seal-certified organizations.

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About Mental Health America

Mental Health America is the nation’s leading community-driven nonprofit dedicated to promotion of mental health, well-being, and prevention. Mental Health America’s work is driven by its commitment to promote mental health as a critical part of whole person health, including prevention services for all; early identification and intervention for those at risk; and integrated care, services and supports for those who need them. Learn more at mhanational.org.

Source: Mental Health America