Mental Health Awareness Month is an important time to recognize employers that are supporting employee well-being and building workplace cultures where people can truly thrive.
Workplace culture plays a critical role in mental health. Supportive environments help employees manage stress, stay engaged, and perform at their best—strengthening not only organizations, but also the communities they serve across Arizona.
Mental Health Resources — National and Local Support
If you or someone you know needs support, trusted mental health resources are available.
National Resources
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) — education, advocacy, and support for individuals and families
- Mental Health America (MHA) — mental health tools, screenings, and workplace resources
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — confidential support available 24/7 by call or text
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) — counseling and support services offered by many employers and health plans
Local Arizona Support
- Solari Crisis & Human Services — connects individuals in crisis to immediate mental health and community support
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention — Arizona Chapter — education, advocacy, and support programs
- Sara K Foundation — mental health awareness, grief recovery, and addiction recovery support
These organizations play a vital role in supporting individuals, families, and workplaces across Arizona.
Top Employers Recognized for Supporting Mental Health (2026)
Hot off the press, Newsweek recently released its America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being 2026 list, recognizing employers across the country that are making employee well-being a priority.
We wanted to take a moment to spotlight the Arizona-headquartered companies that earned this national recognition, along with a select group of national employers that maintain a strong presence in our state.
This is not a comprehensive list, but rather a curated snapshot of organizations recognized nationally for supporting employee well-being and building strong workplace cultures.
(Alphabetical Order)
- Align Technology
- Arizona Public Service
- Benchmark
- Elevate
- Flex Technology Group
- Grand Canyon Education
- Gowan
- LifeStance Health
- Namecheap
These employers represent a diverse range of industries and highlight Arizona’s increasing focus on workplace mental health.
National Employers with a Strong Arizona Presence
(Alphabetical Order)
- ADP
- American Express
- Bank of America
- Bell Bank
- CBRE
- Charles Schwab
- CVS Health
- Honeywell
- Mayo Clinic
- Microsoft
- Nationwide
- Northern Trust*
- Stryker
- USAA*
- Vanguard
These organizations employ thousands of Arizonans and play a meaningful role in shaping workplace culture across the state.
A Shout-Out to BestCompaniesAZ Partners Supporting Employee Well-Being
In addition to nationally recognized employers, many BestCompaniesAZ partners are committed to building supportive workplace cultures that prioritize employee well-being, safety, and engagement.
We’d like to give special recognition to:
Achieve — Achieve’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is free, confidential, and available to all employees and their household members. It includes 24/7 access to licensed clinicians and up to eight free counseling sessions per issue, per year, along with helpful tools and resources.
They also offer Talkspace through the EAP, giving employees easy, flexible access to licensed therapists via text, audio, or video. Employees on the Aetna plan can also access psychiatric care, including medication support. In addition, employees can use the Mind Companion Self-care program (within our EAP portal), a self-guided tool with activities and resources to support mental health and build healthy habits.
They also host weekly 15-minute chair yoga sessions to encourage employees to take time to reset and recharge. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Achieve is partnering with the EAP to offer a live Zoom session for employees. This year’s session, Finding Harmony Between Work and Home, is designed to help team members assess and organize their commitments to better support their needs. Learning practical strategies and tools to build and maintain a healthy work-life balance over time.
LAVIDGE — LAVIDGE supports employee well-being by providing employees with mental health resources, an employee wellness plan, flexible PTO, and a culture rooted in collaboration and community impact.
Northern Trust — Recognized nationally by Newsweek, Northern Trust is committed to promoting employee well-being through flexible work practices and access to mental health resources.
Solari — Solari is a nationally recognized leader in crisis line services and mobile crisis team dispatch, and we have created an employee-centered culture to care for our staff doing this vital work. We love and support our employees so they can pass that love and support on to our clients. When you work at Solari, you’ll be using your talents to directly contribute to our mission of Inspiring Hope. Solari is proud to have been honored with multiple national and local awards which recognize our ongoing efforts in supporting our employees.
USAA — Recognized nationally by Newsweek, USAA supports employee well-being through comprehensive benefits and programs serving employees and military families.
We are proud to partner with organizations that understand the importance of supporting employees not just at work but in life.
Strengthening Arizona Workplaces and Communities Together
Mental Health Awareness Month serves as a powerful reminder that supportive leadership and strong workplace cultures make a lasting impact.
Organizations that prioritize mental well-being are helping to build stronger teams, healthier workplaces, and more resilient communities across Arizona.
