The UAB Employee Assistance and Counseling Center, which offers free, confidential support services for UAB employees and members of their immediate household, will be eligible for up to 15 free counseling sessions and 15 free life-coaching sessions per calendar year, an increase from 12 per year in response to an increase in mental health and wellness needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The new model begins Nov. 1.
“The mental health and wellbeing of employees and family members is our top priority,” said EACC Director Tami Long, Ph.D. “Our increased session model will allow those who struggle with mental health concerns to have greater access to support during this unprecedented time.”
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“The mental health and wellbeing of employees and family members is our top priority. Our increased session model will allow those who struggle with mental health concerns to have greater access to support during this unprecedented time.” |
The EACC offers individual, couples and family counseling services with licensed and certified mental health professionals specializing in marriage and family therapy, play therapy, alcohol and drug abuse aftercare, EMDR, critical incident stress management, aging and caregiver issues, employee assistance, career exploration, financial counseling, art therapy and more. EACC’s board-certified life coaches provide support for individuals struggling with life goals related to career, lifestyle, and other areas of self-improvement. Both services are free and confidential and are currently being offered via telemental health/distance counseling.
To learn more about scheduling EACC counseling and life coaching services, visit uab.edu/eacc.