Partnerships
Supporting employees’ wellbeing is one of the most impactful investments an organization can make.
Designed for small and growing teams, these partnerships prioritize preventative care, confidentiality, and long-term wellbeing, helping organizations support both individual resilience and overall workplace stability.
Employees who choose to participate have access to reserved therapy session availability, helping ensure timely access to care without long waitlists. This dedicated access allows team members to seek support when they need it, promoting resilience, focus, and overall workplace wellbeing.
Partnership packages can include preferred scheduling access, streamlined referrals, and flexible options designed to support both employees and leadership.
Foundation
Designed for small teams seeking foundational mental health support.
Up to 4 participating employees
• Dedicated clinical therapist
• Priority scheduling access
• Confidential therapeutic sessions
• Quarterly organizational utilization review
Growth
Expanded support for organizations looking to offer additional access and leadership resources.
Up to 8 participating employees
• Dedicated clinical therapist
• Priority scheduling access
• Confidential therapeutic sessions
• Founder/Executive consultation available upon request
• Quarterly organizational utilization review
Leadership
Comprehensive support for organizations prioritizing employee wellbeing and leadership guidance.
Up to 12 participating employees
• Dedicated clinical therapist
• Priority scheduling access
• Confidential therapeutic sessions
• Monthly founder/executive consultation
• Quarterly organizational utilization review
How It Works
Supporting your team’s mental health should be simple, structured, and dependable.
Consultation
We begin with a brief consultation to understand your organization’s needs, team size, and priorities. Partnerships operate through a straightforward six-month retainer model that provides predictable access to care and continuity of support.
Confidential Care
Participating employees work directly with a dedicated licensed clinician in a private, confidential setting. Care is ongoing and preventative, allowing trust, resilience, and emotional stability to develop over time rather than relying on short-term or session-limited support.
Sustainable Performance
By addressing stress and burnout early, organizations help protect focus, decision-making capacity, and long-term retention. The objective is not only crisis support, but sustained performance supported by psychological wellbeing.
Isn’t this an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
No. This is a boutique, clinician-led alternative designed for small businesses seeking direct access and meaningful utilization. Care is discreet, clinically grounded, and focused on long-term resilience — not temporary intervention.
So, why not just use an EAP?
Employee Assistance Programs can be helpful for short-term or crisis-based support. However, they are typically session-limited and designed for large corporate structures.
Paulson Executive Mental Health provides ongoing, relationship-based care tailored specifically for founder-led small businesses. In small teams, stress and burnout rarely begin as crises — they show up gradually as disengagement, decision fatigue, and quiet strain.
By offering consistent, confidential support with a dedicated clinician, this model helps prevent burnout before it impacts productivity or retention. The result is not only stronger individual well-being, but greater stability, sustained performance, and reduced turnover risk for the organization.
FAQs
Are these services tax-beneficial?
Yes. As a workplace-sponsored mental health benefit, these services are generally considered deductible under IRS §162 as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Employers are encouraged to consult their tax advisor for guidance specific to their situation.
Is employee participation confidential?
Yes. All services are fully confidential. Organizations receive only high-level, de-identified utilization insights through quarterly reviews, ensuring employee privacy is always protected.
What happens if an employee needs more support?
Care is designed to be ongoing and responsive. When appropriate, additional support or referrals can be discussed to ensure each individual receives the level of care they need.
Are sessions virtual or in-person?
Individual employee sessions are offered virtually, with in-person group options available depending on location and partnership plan.
What is the minimum partnership term?
Partnerships are typically structured around a six-month retainer to support continuity of care and allow time for employees to fully engage with services.
Can partnerships be tailored to your organization?
Yes. Partnership packages are designed to be flexible and can be adapted to align with your organization’s size, structure, and specific needs.