Employee assistance programme (EAP) & Health insurance providers

An employee assistance programme (EAP) is an employer-funded service which gives staff access to free counselling and wellbeing support.

This form of support intends to help employees manage personal issues that might adversely impact their health, well-being and work performance. EAP services will typically include assessment, short-term counselling and referral services for employees, although what is available to you will depend on your employer and/or health insurance provider.