North Star Employee Wellness

Helping organizations create healthier workplace balance through accessible, confidential mental health support.

Mental Health Programs for Tampa Businesses

Find balance. Reclaim your energy. Learn healthier ways to cope.
Supporting the mental health of your team is one of the most valuable investments an organization can make. Stress, burnout, and life challenges can impact employee wellbeing, productivity, and retention.
Many companies want to offer meaningful mental health support but find traditional Employee Assistance Programs impersonal or difficult for employees to access.

North Star Therapy offers a local, confidential workplace mental health program designed to make it easier for employees to get the support they need. Our program connects employees with licensed therapists who provide short-term counseling and guidance during stressful or difficult periods.

By offering access to professional mental health support, organizations demonstrate care for their employees while promoting a healthier, more resilient workplace.

A Local Approach to Employee Wellbeing

A Local Approach to Employee Wellbeing

Unlike large national EAP vendors, North Star Therapy is a Tampa-based mental health practice. Employees can connect with experienced, licensed therapists either in person at our downtownTampa office or virtually from anywhere in Florida.

Our therapists are trained to help individuals navigate common challenges that affect both personal and professional life, including:

• Work stress and burnout
• Anxiety and overwhelm
• Relationship or family concerns
• Life transitions
• Grief or loss
• Emotional wellbeing and resilience

Employees receive confidential support in a professional setting designed to help them regain clarity, stability, and balance.

What the Workplace Wellness Program Includes

North Star’s Workplace Wellness Program provides organizations with simple and meaningful mental health support for their teams.
What the Workplace Wellness Program Includes

Services may include:

✓ Confidential Counseling Sessions

Employees receive access to a set number of short-term counseling sessions with licensed therapists.

✓ Virtual or In-Person Appointments

Flexible scheduling allows employees to meet with therapists virtually or at our Tampa office.

✓ Leadership Consultation

Managers and HR leaders can consult with clinicians for guidance on supporting employee wellbeing.

✓ Workplace Workshops & Training

Optional workshops help teams build resilience, manage stress, improve communication, and prevent burnout.

Benefits for Employers

Providing mental health support through a workplace program can help organizations:
• Reduce burnout and workplace stress
• Improve employee retention and morale
• Support healthier work environments
• Provide early support before problems escalate
• Demonstrate commitment to employee wellbeing
Companies today recognize that mental health is an essential part of overall workplace health. Providing access to professional support can make a meaningful difference for employees and the organization as a whole.
By investing in proactive mental health initiatives, organizations not only support individual employees but also strengthen team performance, engagement, and long-term success.
Benefits for Employers

Confidential and Easy to Access

Confidential and Easy to Access
Employee participation in the program is completely confidential. Employees can schedule appointments directly with North Star Therapy, and no personal clinical information is shared with the employer.
This ensures employees feel safe accessing support when they need it. Encouraging early support leads to healthier, more productive teams overall.
Confidentiality is at the core of building trust and encouraging employees to seek help without fear of judgment or professional consequences. By removing barriers to access and prioritizing privacy, organizations create an environment where individuals feel empowered to take care of their mental wellbeing.
This approach not only benefits employees on a personal level but also contributes to a more open, supportive workplace culture where mental health is respected, understood, and proactively supported.

Why Companies Choose North Star

Organizations across Tampa choose North Star Therapy because they want a mental health partner who understands both the needs of employees and the realities of running a business, while delivering practical, scalable, and compassionate workplace wellness solutions.

Local Expertise

North Star Therapy is a Tampa-based practice with experienced licensed clinicians. Employees access real therapists in their community, not an anonymous call center.

Accessible Support

Employees can schedule sessions quickly and choose between virtual or in-person appointments, making it easier to get help when it’s needed.

Confidential and Professional

Employee participation is completely private. No clinical information is shared with employers, ensuring employees feel comfortable accessing support.

A Personalized Partnership

Unlike large national programs, we work directly with organizations to create a program that fits their team’s needs, culture, and size.

Trusted Clinical Care

North Star Therapy is known for high-quality mental health services and a compassionate, professional approach to care.

Program Structure and Pricing

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North Star’s Workplace Wellness Programs are designed to be simple and flexible for employers. Programs are typically structured around a monthly investment based on the number of employees, allowing organizations to provide meaningful mental health support without complicated insurance processes.

Programs may include:
• A set number of confidential counseling sessions available to employees each year
• Flexible scheduling for virtual or in-person sessions
• Optional workshops or mental health training for teams
• Consultation support for leadership when needed
Pricing is typically based on the size of the organization and the level of services included. Because every organization is different, we work with each company to develop a program that fits their goals, team size, and workplace culture.

Who We Work With

Our workplace programs are ideal for organizations that want to offer meaningful mental health support for their teams, including:
• Professional service firms
• Healthcare practices
• Law firms
• Financial and consulting firms
• Technology and creative companies
• Small and mid-sized businesses
Organizations of many sizes benefit from having access to professional mental health support for their employees. By investing in employee well-being, companies can foster a healthier, more engaged, and more productive workforce.
Supporting mental health in the workplace demonstrates a commitment to employees’ overall well-being, creating a culture of care, resilience, and long-term success for both individuals and the organization as a whole.
Who We Work With

A Message From Our Founder

— Kelsey Galer, LMHC
Founder, North Star Therapy

At North Star Therapy, we believe mental health is an essential part of a healthy and successful workplace. Over the years, we have worked with many professionals who care deeply about their work but are navigating stress, burnout, and the demands of modern life.

When employees have access to the right support at the right time, it can make a meaningful difference not only in their wellbeing but also in their ability to thrive at work and in their personal lives. North Star Therapy was founded with the goal of providing thoughtful, high-quality mental health care to our community. As our practice has grown, we have seen how valuable it can be when organizations take an active role in supporting the wellbeing of their teams.

Our workplace wellness programs were created to make it easier for companies to offer confidential, professional mental health support for employees. By partnering with local organizations, we hope to help build workplaces where people feel supported, resilient, and able to do their best work. We are honored to serve individuals, families, and organizations throughout the Tampa community.

Partner With North Star

If your organization is interested in providing mental health support for employees, we would be happy to discuss a workplace wellness program tailored to your company’s needs,improving employee wellbeing, engagement, and overall workplace performance.

Schedule a consultation to learn more about partnering with North Star Therapy.