How it works
We help with work issues. Chat with a trained peer counselor: text 510-674-1414 or start a web chat.
Worried about work? Get free and confidential support.
Step #1 • Start a chat
Text 510-674-1414 or click on the chat icon.
We’ll connect you with a trained peer counselor within 2 minutes.
Talk to real people - working professionals who have gone through selection and training. (And yes, it's free.)
Step #2 • Get immediate support
A peer counselor will introduce themselves, ask questions, and reflect with you.
To protect your privacy, please don’t share personally identifiable information about your workplace or coworkers.
Get support, not directions. You know yourself and the situation best. We’re here to be your thought partner and sounding board so you can find your path forward.
Step #3 • Feel empowered to take the next step!
Sometimes it may mean taking a walk on your break. Other times it might mean talking to your manager, beginning a job search, reporting the situation, or collectively organizing with other workers.
Your next step is what works best for you.
We recommend an incognito browser for web chat to protect your privacy.
“My peer counselor helped me think through my goals, and made me feel better about my situation. I felt heard and not judged. It was like a good therapy session all on my phone.”
— Worker navigating whether to stay or leave job
We’re your confidante, coach, and partner for your toughest issues at work
Need help handling a conflict with a co-worker? Grappling with career decision? Preparing for your review or a hard conversation with your manager?
We’re here for anything challenging, overwhelming, or tough at work.
Here are some of the issues we hear about frequently.
Work stress and anxiety
Toxic, hostile, negative, or dysfunctional workplaces
Bullying, intimidating, disrespectful, or demeaning behavior
Job loss, change, or transition
Career searching or career decisions
Health and safety concerns
Personal conflicts with manager or colleague
Value misalignment with company or team
Low job motivation or satisfaction
Isolation or feeling alone
Performance feedback
Pay, hours, or benefits issues
Learn about our volunteers
Peer counselors are working professionals. They generously volunteer their time to support people through critical challenges at work. They come from diverse professional backgrounds and are motivated to give back. All go through a selection process and receive robust training to prepare them for the role.
