Serving CA, WA, VA, NC, and FL Employees. More States Coming Soon
Support for H-1B Professionals
Working in the U.S. under an H-1B visa can feel uniquely stressful. You’re balancing immigration requirements, high performance expectations, and cultural adjustments—all while dealing with workplaces that may not always prioritize your well-being. You have rights, and you don’t have to choose between your health and your visa.
Your Right to Seek Care
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Mental health is healthcare. Seeking treatment does not jeopardize your visa status. Clinical care—therapy, psychiatry, or stress-related treatment—remains confidential and separate from your immigration record.
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Your information stays private. We never contact your employer or share records without your explicit written consent.
Workplace Protections That May Apply
Even on an H-1B, you may be eligible for U.S. protections if you meet certain criteria:
Medical Leave Laws (FMLA)
If your employer meets size and tenure thresholds, you may qualify for unpaid, job-protected leave to focus on recovery.
State Leave Programs
Some states provide additional sick leave, paid family leave, or stress-related leave regardless of immigration status.
Reasonable Accommodations
U.S. law requires many employers to provide reasonable adjustments (reduced hours, remote work, modified duties) when clinically recommended.
How Sabbatical4Stress Helps
When your job is harming your mental health, the effects spill into every part of your life:
Documentation
Clinical documentation written in clear, professional language for HR and disability carriers.
Collaboration
Collaboration with your immigration or employment attorney (only with your consent) when your health intersects with visa concerns.
Confidential
Confidential psychiatric and therapeutic care focused on burnout, depression, anxiety, and trauma caused by toxic work culture.
Guidance
Guidance on navigating leave or accommodations in a way that prioritizes your health without oversharing private details.
