Psychologically Safe Workplaces: Creating Environments that Support Employee Well-Being

Workplace mental health is critical for fostering a culture of well-being, productivity, and resilience. Psychological safety isn’t just a trend—it’s a vital aspect of leadership. When leaders value mental health, employees feel supported, engaged, and empowered to reach their full potential. In this engaging webinar, Dr. Bill Howatt will explore how workplace leaders can create environments where psychological safety is prioritized. Webinar participants will learn actionable strategies to promote mental health, prevent harm, and support employee resilience in a changing workplace.

This webinar will cover the impact of psychological safety on employee well-being and performance and provide insight into effective leadership behaviors that enhance workplace mental health.

Additionally, Dr. Howatt will discuss how to recognize mental health hazards and implement preventative measures. Get ready to leave with strategies to create supportive, inclusive, and resilient workplaces.

Dr. Bill Howatt, Founder & CEO, Howatt HR, is a leading expert in workplace mental health, specializing in psychological safety and productivity. He serves on several key committees, including the CSA OHS Standards Steering Committee and as Chair of CSA Standard Z1008. Dr. Howatt co-created the Psychologically Safe Workplace Awards and the WSPS Mental Harm Prevention Road Map.

Formerly Chief of Research for Workforce Productivity at CBOC and Chief of R&D at LifeWorks, he has led impactful research on mental health in the workplace, in partnership with CSA, MHCC, and The Globe & Mail. Dr. Howatt is the founder of Howatt HR Applied Workplace Research Institute and a contributing researcher at Saint Mary’s University PHS Lab. His work continues to shape healthier, more resilient workplace environments.