Dr. Ashley Spetch

Session Synopsis: Addressing Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace

Psychological health and safety is increasingly important in today's workplaces. In recognition of the rise in psychological injuries impacting both individuals and organizations, psychological health and safety is just as important as physical safety. Join us for an insightful session led by Dr. Ashley Spetch, where we'll explore the critical link between workplace health and safety and mental health.

Learning objectives include:

• Understand psychological health and safety and how it impacts workplace culture
• Explore strategies for managing psychological health and safety in the workplace
• Learn practical steps to prevent psychological injuries and empower leadership
• Explore resources available to support psychological health and safety in the workplace

Whether you are a leader who is new to the topic or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will equip you with the tools and resources to make a meaningful impact on your organization's psychological health and safety culture.

Biography

Dr. Ashley Spetch is WorkSafeBC’s Chief Mental Health Officer — the first position of its kind for any workers’ compensation board in Canada. She is responsible for the organization’s overall strategy on mental health, and works with various partners and collaborators to support B.C. workers affected by psychological injury — with the goal of improving their recovery and safe return-to-work outcomes.

Prior to joining WorkSafeBC, Dr. Spetch held progressive leadership positions in workplace mental health and psychological health and safety. She has extensive experience in helping employers develop programs to cultivate return to work, employee well-being, and psychologically safe and healthy workforces and workplaces.

Dr. Spetch has a PhD in consulting psychology, and is a respected leader in her field. She brings to every situation a balance of academic, clinical, and practical expertise.