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At The University of Texas at Austin, supporting employee well-being extends far beyond the Forty Acres. Each year, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) travels to two of UT's unique research communities—the UT Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas and the McDonald Observatory in the Davis Mountains—to provide in-person mental health services, consultation, and tailored programming.

In the wake of last weekend’s violence, our campus community returns to classrooms carrying grief, worry, and unanswered questions. Many students were directly impacted. As a community, we are collectively grieving profound loss while others heal. Some students may process this tragedy in ways not immediately visible. Faculty and instructors play a vital role in supporting students. Teaching after a tragedy doesn’t require having the right words or all the answers. What matters most is approaching students with care, clarity, and humanity.

Taking Care of Ourselves and Our Communities In the wake of this weekend’s tragedy, the UT Austin Employee Assistance Program offers support to UT Austin and UT System faculty, staff, and retirees.

Holding Space: Caring for Ourselves and Each Other in the Wake of the Flooding in Central Texas

Finances can increase your stress and negatively impact your mental health; when struggling with mental health, we might find difficulties earning money or managing money. As we start the Fall semester of 2024, it seems timely to name a few resources for UT employees to save money and making your benefits go further.

Social Wellness Month, celebrated in July, promotes the importance of fostering healthy relationships and social connections to enhance overall well-being. The Surgeon General's advisory on social connection is a valuable resource for this observance, highlighting the critical health impacts of social disconnection and offering actionable strategies for individuals and communities to build stronger social ties, making it an ideal starting point for raising awareness during Social Wellness Month.

Fawning refers to a behavior where individuals excessively seek approval or validation from others, often at the expense of their own authenticity or boundaries. In the dynamic workplace environment, recognizing and addressing fawning behavior is crucial for maintaining a healthy and productive atmosphere.

Ready to explore the profound journey of self-attunement? Dive deeper with these invaluable resources available at therapist.com!

In light of the recent announcements regarding the closure of programs and activities of the Division of Campus and Community Engagement (DCCE) and other organizational changes and losses, we, the HealthPoint Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at UT Austin, want to extend care and support to our Longhorn community.

In April, the world comes together to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month, a time dedicated to promoting understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals on the autism spectrum. While awareness about autism has increased over the years, the focus has shifted towards acceptance, highlighting the unique strengths and perspectives of individuals on the spectrum.