Mental Health Resources for Faculty and Staff
11/19/2021
February 4, 2022
Colleagues,
For nearly two years, we have been confronted with disruption and uncertainty. We hope for a return to normalcy and see signs of its return, only to be disheartened by another wave of the pandemic. But each time, we have taken on these challenges together.
Now, with the spring semester underway, the pandemic continues to have a profound and exhausting impact on our lives. Many in our community are feeling the cumulative effects of stress, anxiety, and isolation. We want you to know that we care about you, your families, your wellbeing.
In times like these, as you鈥檙e juggling challenges in multiple areas of your life, it鈥檚 that much harder to know where to turn for help. To that end, we would like to remind you of resources that are available to you, your family and those close to you.
We鈥檝e updated the list of well-being resources we shared last fall. We hope it can be a helpful starting point now if needed 鈥� or a valuable reference later 鈥� if you or someone you care about needs support.
ComPsych Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
New: On-Demand Training When You Need It
On-demand training sessions that provide focused, quick support are available when you need it. Choose from a variety of topics that are periodically updated, such as helping a loved one through difficult times, managing staff through change and stress, and much more.
Clickto register for online access (Web ID:SLUEAP ). Once logged in, you can find the sessions on thepage.
In-Person Counseling
In-person, confidential counseling through the EAP is available to all SLU employees, their family members, and members of their household:
- Call800-859-9319 to access these services. You鈥檒l be connected to a master鈥檚 level EAP clinician who will help refer you to counselors who meet your needs and preferences.
- The clinician will email you a list of counselors for your consideration.
- Contact a counselor to set up an appointment. All counselors should be available to meet with you within five business days.
- Schedule up to eight sessions at no cost to you. Each one-hour session can be scheduled face-to-face or via telehealth (phone or video).
If you want to speak to a counselor more quickly , ComPsych has full-time counselors on staff. When you call, let the clinician know you would like to speak to one of their full-time counselors over the phone. They will assist in scheduling an appointment and a ComPsych counselor will call you within 24 hours.
New York Life Family and Mental Health Support
New: Webinars and Online Resources
Live and on-demand webinars are available to help support you through difficult times, such as adjusting to a caregiving role, understanding and managing addiction, and navigating through grief and loss. Clickto view the current schedule. If you can鈥檛 attend a live webinar, be sure to register so you can access the recorded version.
You also can access a host of articles, videos, and audio clips aton range of issues including parenting, aging, mental health support, family and relationships, and much more.
SLU Medical Plan Resources
Additional support resources are available to you and your family if enrolled in SLU鈥檚 medical plans administered by UHC:
- Connect with UHC-contractedmental health care professionals . Find providers ator on the UHC mobile app.
- Message a dedicated, licensed therapist 24/7 withTalkspace . It鈥檚 private, confidential, and convenient. Register and choose a provider at. Clickto learn more.
- Use clinical techniques and tools in theSanvello app to help dial down the symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression right as they come up. To download the app visitor clickto learn more.
Additional Community Resources
The following resources are available to anyone, and we encourage you to share them with anyone in your family or community who may need support:
- TheOptum Emotional Support Help Line (866-342-6892) connects callers to caring professionals and resources 24/7.
- SSM Behavioral Health Urgent Care is a walk-in clinic dedicated to mental health, treating adults and children in urgent need of care for mental health crises. The clinic offers immediate access to behavioral health care without the often long and costly wait in the ER. Clickfor more information.
We care about you and your family and greatly appreciate your contributions to the SLU community. Please use these resources to take care of yourself and others. Together we have overcome many challenges, and we will continue to do so by continuing to support one another.
If you need additional assistance or have questions, please reach out to your supervisor, your Human Resources Consultant, or me. We want to make sure you feel supported and protected while serving our students, caring for our patients, and carrying out our mission.
Sincerely,
Mickey Luna
Vice President - Human Resources
Saint Louis University