Spill's employee assistance programme (EAP) for startups
Startups run hot: intense goals, small teams, everyone stretched, and no slack in the system when someone starts to struggle. Spill was built inside a startup because nothing on the market worked for one. It lives in Slack and Teams, takes days to roll out, and gives every employee a therapist the same day they ask, without the enterprise contract.
Same day counselling sessions
Rolling 30 day contract
Unlimited access from £75 per month
Proudly supporting startups across the UK
Startup intensity has a shadow side
The pace that makes startups exciting is the same pace that burns people out. Lean teams mean every struggle is felt immediately, equity and runway pressure sit on everyone's shoulders, and a culture of shipping fast can make admitting you're not okay feel like letting the team down.
Talent walks
52% of developers plan to leave their current job within a year. (CodinGame & CoderPad, 2023)
Churn is the norm
The tech sector sees around 35% staff turnover a year, above the UK average. (CIPD / ONS, 2024)
Old EAPs go unused
Traditional EAP usage runs at just 3 to 5% of employees a year, and a quarter of staff don't know theirs exists. (UK employer survey, 2024)
A benefit your team will actually use
Startups can't afford benefits theatre. Spill's usage runs far above the traditional EAP norm because it removes every barrier: no phone lines, no referrals, no caps. That's what makes it work as a retention tool, not just a policy line.
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Support that fits a small team
Every person matters more in a small business. Give each of them proper backing.
Keep everyone at their best
In a team of ten, one person struggling quietly affects everything.
Avoid the absences you can't absorb
Small teams feel every sick day. Early support keeps problems small.
All-in-one EAP for your team
Unlimited counselling sessions
Book a therapist from Slack or Teams and talk the same day, about founder pressure, burnout or anything else. No waiting lists, no phone menus, and sessions run into the evening and at weekends.
Self-guided wellbeing resources
A library of practical, evidence-based resources written by licensed therapists who understand the unique pressures startup workers face. Covering over 200 topics from burnout prevention to imposter syndrome and founder pressure, our online resources can be accessed at any time. They're a great first step for anyone who's not quite ready to speak to a counsellor directly.
Expert guidance and training
Practical, therapist-led training workshops designed to empower staff to spot mental health presentations within nurseries, schools and universities and know how to appropriately respond. Teachers can also check in with a Spill safeguarding clinician for advice at any time.
An EAP the way it should be
Proper mental health support that’s incredibly easy to access.
No hidden exclusions, no hoops to jump through, and no unexpected exit fees.
Spill
Other EAPs
Access
Slack, Teams or Email
Telephone helpline only
Counselling
Same day sessions
2+ week wait for sessions
Limits
Counselling sessions are unlimited
Limited to 6-8 sessions per year
Choice
Choose a specialist
Assigned a generalist counsellor
Exclusions
Every employee gets support
Mild or severe cases excluded
Contract
30 day rolling
1-5 year lock in
Your team is safe in our hands
Instant access
Support in just a few clicks. No waiting lists, callbacks or application forms
High quality care
We only hire the top 5% of registered counsellors who meet our high standards
Full privacy
Therapy sessions are fully confidential, we never see or record any conversations
Proud to be the UK's highest rated EAP for startups
Over 30,000 employees use Spill, most of them at small and growing companies just like yours. But don't just take our word for it.
Spill is fantastic
Having Spill is such a privilege and it's such a fantastic tool. It's excellent whether you need real help now or just need some advice.
Brilliant therapists
My company subscribe to Spill as an employee benefit. I had two courses of 6 sessions throughout an extremely hard time for me.
It’s changed my life
My therapy sessions have genuinely transformed my life, how I manage my relationships and communicate. I cannot thank my company enough.
High quality counselling
Honestly cannot recommend Spill enough. Having access to high quality therapy through your workplace is extremely helpful.
Rated 4.9/5 based on over 100 reviews. Showing our 4 and 5 star reviews.
See Spill in action
Book a free 30 minute demo to hear more Spill’s features and get a tailored quote for your team