Fast, OT-led Mental Health Return-to-Work Assessments
Clear, actionable guidance for employers, delivered in days, not weeks.
No contracts. No hidden fees. Use us only when you need us.
Trusted by care homes, HR teams, and employers across the UK
HCPC-registered OTs
All assessments by verified professionals
Mental health specialists
Functional work specialists, not generalists
Reports in 3–5 working days
Fast, decision-ready employer reports
GDPR-compliant
Professionally governed and confidential
When to use ReturnWell
Built for the situations that need expert input
ReturnWell is designed for employers who need fast, clinical guidance when managing mental health-related absence — not a generalist occupational health provider that covers everything poorly.
Mental health absence
An employee is signed off with stress, anxiety, or burnout and you need clinical guidance on how to manage the situation.
Fitness for work decisions
You're unsure whether someone is clinically fit to return and need a clear, defensible position.
Failed return-to-work
A previous return has broken down or stalled and you need a structured reassessment.
Workplace adjustments
You need specific, practical recommendations tailored to the role — not generic guidance.
Neurodiversity support
ADHD, autism, or other neurodiversity is affecting someone's ability to work and you need clinical input.
Defensible HR decisions
You need documented clinical guidance before a capability or employment decision that must withstand scrutiny.
How it works
Fast. Clear. Decision-ready.
We know employers need clarity, speed, and practical recommendations. That's why we offer a streamlined process with no unnecessary complexity.
Submit a ReferralSubmit referral
Quick online form, takes about 2 minutes. Tell us about the employee and the situation.
Assessment completed
A HCPC-registered OT conducts a confidential assessment by video or telephone.
Report delivered
A clear, structured employer report with practical recommendations lands in your portal.
What you receive
Every assessment includes
All reports are clear, structured, and manager-ready. No vague language, just practical guidance you can implement immediately.
Fitness for Work Opinion
Fit / not fit / fit with adjustments, a clear clinical position your HR team can act on.
Functional Assessment
What the employee can realistically manage at work, with limitations and risks clearly outlined.
Workplace Adjustments
Specific, practical recommendations tailored to the role and the organisation.
Phased Return Plan
A structured, step-by-step return schedule that reduces relapse risk.
Risk Considerations
Relapse risk factors, workplace triggers, and sustainability considerations.
Our specialism
Mental health absence, done right
We focus specifically on mental health-related absence, including:
- Stress and burnout
- Anxiety and depression
- Work-related stress
- Adjustment difficulties
- Neurodiversity (ADHD, autism in the workplace)
Unlike traditional OH services, our approach is grounded in occupational therapy , we assess how an individual functions in real work environments, not just their diagnosis.
See our full serviceCare sector focus
Built for the challenges of care home management
Care homes face disproportionately high rates of staff mental health absence. ReturnWell is designed to give care sector managers a practical, structured pathway to manage these absences with clinical support, reducing burden on HR and keeping experienced staff in work.
Example case summary
Employee
Senior Care Assistant · 14 weeks absent
OT recommendation
Phased return over 6 weeks with adjusted hours. Review at week 4.
Report delivered in 7 working days
“Every employee who returns to work safely is a win for everyone involved.”
ReturnWell — built by occupational therapy professionals
Why trust ReturnWell
Built for sensitive, high-stakes decisions
HCPC-verified providers
Every OT on our platform is verified against the HCPC register before acceptance. Credentials are reviewed and maintained.
Confidential and secure
All case data is handled in line with UK GDPR. Employee information is kept confidential and shared only with relevant parties.
Full audit trail
Every action on a case is logged and timestamped. You have a complete record for HR, legal, or insurance purposes.
Clear role boundaries
The OT provides clinical assessment. You retain the employment decision. ReturnWell coordinates, never oversteps.
What employers say
Trusted by HR teams across the UK
“ReturnWell gave us a structured approach to a situation we were genuinely unsure how to manage. The OT report was clear, practical, and helped us have a much more confident conversation with the employee.”
HR Manager
Care Home Group, South East England
“We'd been trying to manage a complex absence without proper clinical insight. ReturnWell sorted a qualified OT within days, and the report was exactly what we needed for our return-to-work plan.”
Operations Director
SME Employer, Midlands
“The portal is clean and easy to use. I could see exactly where my case was at every step, and the report was delivered faster than expected. Would absolutely use again.”
People & Culture Manager
Professional Services Firm, London
From the blog
Insights on workplace mental health
Ready to manage absence with more confidence?
Request your first assessment today and get a structured return-to-work plan from a qualified OT, managed start to finish.
Questions? Read our FAQ or contact us.