Worried about work?
Get help with work issues from trained peer counselors. Confidential and free. Text HELLO to 510-674-1414.
How it works
Connect with a trained peer counselor by texting 510-674-1414.
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Get personalized support and explore options to help with work issues such as bullying, harassment, job loss, and more.
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Walk away with an action plan.
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"My [peer] counselor inspired, shared, educated, offered resources, heard…such that I feel hopeful and inspired to move forward and out of a toxic work environment with confidence and a plan without the fears that were partially paralyzing me about my tenure, worth, resume, the workforce, etc. Lifesaving—literally. Thank you."
- Empower Work Help Seeker
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"Ellie [my peer counselor] showed me that what I was experiencing is unfortunately common in the workplace. And then I have a voice and to continue advocating for myself I have since filed, and I am in the process of retiring my position."
- Empower Work Help Seeker
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"[My peer counselor] was good at listening to the full story to get her as much information as a way to assist me which was helpful. We chatted for an extended period of time that allowed me to gather some additional steps to hopefully move forward in my search for new employment."
- Empower Work Help Seeker
We’re your confidante, coach, and thought partner
Trained peer counselors are working professionals who volunteer their time to support you. They’re here to talk about anything that feels challenging, overwhelming, or tough at work.
If you’re ready to talk, text 510-674-1414.
80%
of Americans have nowhere to turn when faced with a tough work issue
90%
of people we’ve supported would recommend our service to a friend
91%
of people felt Empower Work helped them navigate their work situation
Confidential and free support, at your fingertips
Whether it’s conflict with a co-worker, handling a pay issue, or navigating a big job decision, our trained peer counselors are just a text message away.
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Free and
accessible
We’re free thanks to generous donors, volunteers, and partners.
Trained peer counselors
Working professionals volunteer their time to support you.
Proven effective
Over 90% of people say they feel better after talking to peer counselor.
Creating more equitable work places
Empower Work is on a mission to change the way workers are supported.
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“How often do you find yourself in a challenging work situation and think, ‘I just don’t know who I can talk to about this,’ or need real time professional advice when your best friend is unavailable? Empower Work might have a solution.”
“What draws people to Empower Work is the opportunity to engage with a living, breathing person, one who understands workplace experiences, like bullying, unbearable bosses, or the fear of failing.”
