It is good for your mental health to take breaks from work. Summer is a good time to do that.  Even a few days away from the office can be helpful. See this link to learn more: http://www.medicaldaily.com/health-benefits-vacation-5-reasons-go-away-summer-246530  

Due to the fire in 419 West Redwood a couple of weeks ago, the EAP has been temporarily relocated to the Health and Human Services Library at the corner of Greene and Lombard Streets.  Please call our main EAP phone at 667.214.1555 to schedule an appointment. You can also email us at mmccarre@psych.umaryland.edu. Thank you…

How would you like to learn how to do Reiki on yourself? The EAP will be hosting a workshop beginning Tuesday, November 28, 2017.  There will be 3 classes as part of the workshop, plus an individual Attunement by a Reiki Master.  Then, you will be ready to do Reiki on yourself.  Call the EAP…

3 simple strategies to help you focus and de-stress Do daily distractions leave you feeling unfocused and stressed? Take a breath. Here are three great ways to start taking back control. By Mayo Clinic Staff Does it seem like you can’t complete even the simplest task without being distracted? Texts, emails, social media alerts, noisy…

The EAP will is in the process of creating a Support Group for people who have experienced trauma in their lives.  Trauma comes in many different forms: abuse, neglect, bullying, war, accidents, sudden loss of a support system, etc.  The group will focus on the recovery part of the trauma. It will be held during…

A study in Canada revealed that employees who used their Employee Assistance Program (EAP) were 73% MORE likely to get a promotion than those who did not use the EAP. The study included 6500 women and over 8300 men. One of the theories as to why this helps employees get promoted is that individuals are…