Counselors play a vital role in supporting mental health. They provide a confidential and judgment-free space where people can discuss and receive support for issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress. Regular counseling can help improve emotional stability, promote self-awareness, and enhance overall well-being.
King County employees can access counselors to help with issues at work, at home, and more. See below for more information.
Struggling at work? EAP counselors can help.
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) helps with work stress at no cost to you. Through EAP, you can:
- Talk about workplace problems or career decisions.
- Find ways to feel better while working.
Contact: 206-263-8733, HRDEAP@kingcounty.gov.
Overwhelmed at home? MLE counselors can help.
The Making Life Easier (MLE) program supports home-life stress at no cost to you. Through MLE, you can:
- Participate in 8 visits per topic per year for counseling.
- Call anytime, 24/7, to speak with a counselor.
Contact: 888-874-7290, www.kcmakinglifeeasier.com.
Want long-term care? Insurance-based counselors can help.
Your King County insurance covers counseling for ongoing needs. Through insurance-based counseling, you can:
- Get help for ongoing stress or challenges.
- Build skills to stay mentally strong.
Contact: Kaiser: 888-287-2680, www.kp.org/getcare. Regence: 855-857-9959, www.regence.com. For more information on how to find an insurance-based mental health counselor, visit this blogpost.
Supervisors: Here is a printer-friendly PDF of How to Find a Counselor flyer to post at your worksites for employees who do not have access to email.