We’re Lovin’ It: How McDonald’s Supports Employee Mental Health

January 21, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT

Discover why leading employers like McDonald's are turning to integrated, virtual-first care to make behavioral healthcare more accessible.

Join us for a live discussion with the Global Total Rewards Manager at McDonald's

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT

As mental health challenges rise, employers like McDonald’s are turning to Included Health for holistic, workforce-first solutions that make behavioral care more accessible.
This conversation will explore McDonald’s innovative program offering every restaurant employee—and anyone in their household, including spouses, children, and even parents—10 free behavioral health or urgent care visits. Because it’s not insurance-based, the program’s flexibility supports crew members and their families too.
We’ll share how Included Health’s model has delivered real impact, how McDonald’s engages crew over time, what’s next for the partnership, and how others can replicate this success.

This live discussion will cover:

What prompted McDonald's to enhance its behavioral health support for employees
How they designed behavioral health benefits that are accessible and meaningful to employees nationwide
Key outcomes and learnings from the partnership with Included Health

Speakers

Rebecca Harris of McDonald's

Rebecca Harris

Manager, Global Total Rewards at McDonald's

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Dr. Cheryl Baggeroer

Dr. Cheryl Baggeroer

Senior Director, Behavioral Health at Included Health

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Serving up support: McDonald’s delivers free virtual care for retail employees

When McDonald’s owner/operator Leo Lopez looked to expand employee benefits to remain competitive in a crowded market, Doctor On Demand by Included Health rose to the top as a differentiator. With this unique offering, all 1,700 LCL McDonald’s employees and their family members get access to ten free virtual care visits that can be used for everyday & urgent care or mental health care.