The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) helps you privately solve problems that may interfere with your work, family, and life in general. EAP services are FREE to you, your dependents, and all household members. EAP services are confidential and provided by experts.
GuidanceResources provides EAP services 24/7 to all employees, State Plan members, their dependents and household members.
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Note: You must contact GuidanceResources for approval before scheduling an appointment with a counselor to ensure your first six visits are covered under the EAP benefit. Dependent or household member will need to provide the first and last name of the employee/State Plan member who provided you with the GuidanceResources contact information. The online chat function is available Monday- Friday 7:00am – 5:00pm MST. |
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Employee Assistance Program Services
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. It doesn’t have to. GuidanceResources provides confidential counseling, expert guidance and valuable resources to help you handle any of life’s challenges, big or small. Learn how the Employee Assistance Program can support you and your household by reviewing this informative flyer.
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Anxiety, depression, stress
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Grief, loss and life adjustments
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Relationship/marital conflicts
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Finding child and elder care
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Hiring movers or home repair contractors
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Planning events, locating pet care
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Retirement planning, taxes
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Relocation, mortgages, insurance
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Identity theft support
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Budgeting, debt, bankruptcy and more
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Divorce, adoption and family law
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Real estate, foreclosure, landlord/tenant issues
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Free consultation and discounted local representation
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Quickly and easily complete a will on your computer with EstateGuidance
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Specify guardians, trustees and property division
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Provide funeral and burial instructions
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Self-care platform offers guided health programs
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Tackle anxiety, depression, stress
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Improve mindfulness, sleep, and more
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Online Tips and Tricks: Once you are have registered and signed into your account, there are several ways to get connected with services. The chat function is available Monday- Friday 7:00 – 5:00 MST and is a great way to request an answer.
Free Webinars and Training
Watch this GuidanceResouces Orientation on-demand presentation about EAP services.
Scheduled Trainings - All Session Times are 12:00-1:00 p.m. MST
- January 7: After the Holidays: Managing that Debt
- January 14: Balancing Work and Life
- January 20: The Impact of Attitude on Work and Life (Resilience)
- January 21: EAP Orientation – All Employees (9-10 a.m.)
- January 28: Resiliency: Bouncing Back After a Setback
Huddles
On Demand Training Opportunities
Training sessions are available on-demand, simply click the link below to start learning.
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Mental Health Safety Plan: Safety Plan & Instructions
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Suicide Awareness Presentation (contact eap@mt.gov for closed captioning or alternate formats)
Managers' Corner
The EAP provides no-cost specialized resources and trainings to help supervisors support their employees.
Management-Focused Training Courses - All Session Times are 12:00-1:00 p.m. MST
- January 13: Managing Remote (or hybrid) Employees
- January 21: EAP Orientation – Manager Presentation (10-11 a.m.)
On-Demand Trainings
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Brining Out the Best in Others - on-demand presentation
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For Managers: Your Employee Assistance Program - services overview flyer
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Critical Incident Support – request for an on-site counselor for your team
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Leading with Authenticity - on-demand presentation
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Manager Orientation - on-demand presentation
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Managing Remote (or hybrid) Employees - on-demand presentation
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Managing Staff Through Stressful Situations - on-demand presentation
- Psychological Safety in the Workplace - on-demand presentation
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GuidanceResouces Training Catalog - Choose from a list of workshops to provide behavioral health or professional training to your group. All trainings must be coordinated through the EAP Program Manager, Ann Brewer, at eap@mt.gov.
Manager Support
January: Welcome to 2026!
As we close the door on 2025, it’s beneficial to reflect on all that you accomplished! January 1 opens 365 days for you to take time to identify ways to take care of YOU! January highlights Mental Health Wellness month, which is defined by the World Health Organization as “a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community (Integrative Life Center, N.D).”
KOA Care 360
This work-related stress program is a 7-step, science-based guide to help you understand and manage stress in the workplace.
Stress affects us all in different ways, from having trouble focusing to feelings of fatigue and anxiety. Left unmanaged, stress can take a toll on one’s mental and physical health. This program will help you:
- Understand what causes workplace stress
- Learn strategies to manage stress
- Build habits that promote long-term resilience
Below is additional information regarding KOA Care 360:
- KOA Care 360 - Registration Steps
- KOA Care 360 – How it Helps
- KOA Care 360 - FAQ
Resilience
What is resilience and why does it matter? Resilience means being able to adapt to life’s misfortunes and setbacks. When things go wrong, what is your typical reaction? Do you bounce back or fall apart? Having resilience doesn’t mean a problem will go away. Having strong resilience helps you see past the problem and find ways to better handle the associated stress. Protecting you from mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression is another benefit of resilience. (Mayo Clinic: Build Skills to Endure Hardship, December 23, 2023).
Are you wondering how your EAP can help support and/or increase your resilience? If you’re not feeling the most resilient, it’s okay. Resilience is a bit like a muscle. You need to actively work to make it stronger. The tools and resources offered through your Employee Assistance Program can help with building these skills. (Resilience Flyer from GuidanceResources).
Throughout the year, we will be hosting/facilitating several different resilience-related webinars with the first scheduled for January 28 at 12:00 p.m., Resilience: Bouncing Back After a Setback. Resiliency Toolkit
Below are free resources for extra support and connection:
- Making Your New Year’s Resolutions Count (Article)
- Mindfulness and Relaxation Toolkit
- KOA Care – Addressing Men’s Mental Health
- KOA Care – Supporting Adolescence Mental Health
- KOA Care – Neurodiversity Well-Being
- KOA Care – Addressing Health Anxiety
- KOA Care –Women’s Health
- KOA Care –Managing Stress
- January Huddle Schedule