Returning to Work: Michelle’s WorkWell Story
Michelle was off sick with work-related stress linked to a prolonged grievance process, worsened by Borderline Personality Disorder and menopause symptoms.
Delays and lack of agreed workplace adjustments prevented her return, significantly affecting her mental health, wellbeing, and home life over several months.
WorkWell provided a psychologically safe space, offering guidance, information, and support to explore options.
Michelle felt heard and empowered, enabling her to navigate challenges with her employer and progress a structured, supported plan for returning to work.
Now, Michelle has successfully returned to work on a phased basis with reasonable adjustments in place. Her return is progressing well, with improved wellbeing, stable routines, and positive impacts on her health, relationships, and overall work–life balance.
Michelle spoke highly of the support she received from her Work & Health Coach:
“Feeling that I was supported was a positive impact on my wellbeing… Without her guidance, I do not feel that I would have been back in work, completing a sustainable return.”
WorkWell is a friendly, free and local support service for anyone with a disability or health condition who is struggling to stay in work, return to a job, or trying to find new employment. We can assist you in dealing with your health barriers to employment.
If you are over 16 and you live in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire, get in touch and find out how we can help.
If you would like to know more about the support WorkWell can provide, please visit our webpage: WorkWell West – WorkWell West
