{"id":2713,"date":"2022-09-16T15:35:46","date_gmt":"2022-09-16T07:35:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/?p=2713"},"modified":"2024-04-30T11:45:51","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T03:45:51","slug":"why-you-should-be-using-your-companys-employee-assistance-programs-eaps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/why-you-should-be-using-your-companys-employee-assistance-programs-eaps\/","title":{"rendered":"Why you should be using your company&#8217;s employee assistance programs (EAPs)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These days, more and more companies are jumping on the bandwagon and offering <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.ae\/blog\/what-is-an-employee-assistance-program-a-guide-to-eaps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">employee assistance programs (EAPs)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. But not every company does a good job communicating what EAPs are, how they work, or even that they\u2019re on offer, which is why employee uptake is often quite low in comparison to other benefits. Some employees may also have reservations about using EAPs because they have misconceptions about the confidentiality clause. As the lack of awareness is a real shame, this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime Latin America<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> article spills the beans, and tells you why you should be signing up for EAPs today.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class='code-block code-block-1' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/compare-quotes\/step-one\/?campSource=PPMX-Blog&utm_source=blog&utm_medium=content_banner&utm_campaign=banner&utm_content=single\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-774\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/WP-Banner-revamp-final-20221207_1.-Single-final.jpg\" alt=\"Individual health insurance blog\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EAPs can help improve your mental health and wellbeing\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EAPs are a type of employee benefits program that companies provide to help their workforce deal with various issues in their lives &#8211; both personal and work-related, in order to stop these issues from affecting their performance at work. Typically offered along with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/plans\/group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">group health insurance plan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, EAPs primarily focus on mental health help such as workshops\/training, counseling, and 24\/7 hotlines, and many will also either provide or signpost you to services and tools to solve your problems. When it comes to topics that EAPs can cover, it\u2019s a broad range including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional relationships \u2013 Conflict resolution and networking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family situations \u2013 Childcare, marriage counseling, divorce, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional development \u2013 Education programs and coaching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial counseling \u2013 Paying off debt, budgeting, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Career transitions \u2013 Promotions, lateral career moves, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and anger management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recovery from traumatic events like the loss of a loved one and accidents, as well as recovery from substance abuse<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And more.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">..and uses short-term approaches to solve problems one at a time\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to note that EAP counseling is usually short-term and focuses on solving a specific problem one at a time. As such, most EAP therapists will either use Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or short-term solution-focused therapy, which are two popular approaches that can effectively solve specific problems within a few sessions. When you sign up for a session, you can expect your therapist to ask questions to hone in on your specific problem. In addition, he or she will help you identify your goals, figure out your strengths, explore past situations, and identify shifts in thinking or perspective that can help you come up with a solution.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health support like therapy doesn\u2019t come cheap, so EAPs are a lifesaver<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While telehealth apps have made mental health care a lot more accessible, the reality is that they are still unaffordable for many employees &#8211; especially considering the rising inflation and cost of living crisis in many countries. The free one-to-one counseling that your EAPs might provide is a good substitute, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you can keep seeing your therapist after you&#8217;ve used up your EAP sessions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Typically, sessions are provided both online and in person.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll still be guaranteed confidentiality when using an EAP and can\u2019t be penalized for what you say<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, many employees are put off by EAPs because they don\u2019t feel comfortable with their employers knowing that they\u2019re seeking mental health support or, worse, knowing the intimate details of what has been disclosed to the therapist. Needless to say, this is a huge misconception. Therapists working for EAPs must also uphold the same standards of confidentiality and privacy as all other therapists, and EAPs are set up to provide anonymity as much as possible. This means your name is not sent to your employer if you access EAP services and the contents of your discussions are certainly out of bounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you\u2019re at risk of self harm, disclose child or elder abuse, or anything else that is illegal, your EAP therapist (just like all other therapists) is required to report the information to the relevant law enforcement or social service agency.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get in touch with Pacific Prime Latin America today!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While your company may provide an impressive set of employee benefits, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/plans\/group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">group health insurance <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and EAPs, it might still be worth securing an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/plans\/individual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">individual plan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as well. This is because what your company provides may not completely meet your healthcare and lifestyle needs, and you may want to have coverage even after you\u2019ve left your job. If you\u2019re not sure where to begin in your hunt for health insurance, you\u2019re more than welcome to get in touch with the team at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime Latin America<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve got over two decades of industry experience under our belt, and pride ourselves on providing expert and impartial advice to clients. When you come to us for a free consultation, you can expect to get a needs assessment and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/compare-quotes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tailored plan comparison<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the most suitable options in the market, as well as heaps of support and assistance along the way. The best part? All these services will be provided to you at no additional cost versus going to the insurer directly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to kick start your insurance journey today!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class='code-block code-block-6' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/compare-quotes\/step-one\/?campSource=PPMX-Blog&utm_source=blog&utm_medium=cta_banner&utm_campaign=banner&utm_content=quote\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-781\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/PPMX_gen_CTA.jpg\" alt=\"Get an Insurance quote banner\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These days, more and more companies are jumping on the bandwagon and offering employee assistance programs (EAPs). 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