Struggling at Work? You May Qualify for Protected Leave.

If your mental health is making it difficult to work, you don’t have to push through alone. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year to manage serious health conditions—including mental health conditions.

Why Might You Need FMLA?

Mental health challenges can be overwhelming, and sometimes, taking a break is necessary for your well-being. FMLA leave can help if you need time to:

✅ Start or adjust treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other conditions

✅ Recover from a mental health crisis or hospitalization

✅ Manage medication changes that impact your ability to function

✅ Attend intensive therapy programs (such as IOP or DBT treatment)

✅ Support a loved one struggling with a serious mental health condition

What Diagnoses May Qualify?

FMLA applies to serious mental health conditions that interfere with your ability to work. These may include:

✔ Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) – Persistent sadness, fatigue, loss of motivation

✔ Anxiety Disorders (GAD, Panic Disorder, PTSD) – Debilitating worry, panic attacks

✔ Bipolar Disorder – Episodes of extreme highs and lows affecting daily life

✔ Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – Time-consuming rituals and distressing thoughts

✔ Schizophrenia & Other Psychotic Disorders – Difficulty distinguishing reality from delusions

✔ Other conditions significantly impacting daily function

What to Expect from Your Psychological Evaluation

At True Blue Behavioral Health, we conduct professional FMLA evaluations to determine if your condition qualifies for leave. Here’s how it works:

1️⃣ Initial Consultation (Virtual or In-Person) – We discuss your symptoms, challenges at work, and treatment history.

2️⃣ Comprehensive Assessment – Our clinician evaluates how your condition impacts your ability to perform job duties.

3️⃣ Documentation & Certification – If you qualify, we complete the necessary FMLA paperwork for your employer.

4️⃣ Guidance on Next Steps – We help you understand your rights and how to communicate with HR.