Past Events

“The Juggle is Real: Navigating the Sandwich Generation” presented by Ashleigh Gore, LCSW-S on Tuesday, April 22nd from 12pm-1pm. The sandwich generation refers to individuals, typically in their 30s to 50s, who are responsible for caring for both their aging parents and their own children. This dual caregiving role presents unique challenges including time management, emotional stress, and financial pressure. This training is designed to support individuals who are part of the sandwich generation by identifying ways to navigate the responsibilities while maintaining personal well-being. Sign up via UT Learn. https://utexas.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/22383f7d-f9d5…

Effectively managing stress challenges us to develop an array of skills. The EAP is offering a one-hour training to teach these practical skills for meeting life’s challenge. Join us in developing both an awareness of the stress response and practical skills for managing stress including relaxation breathing, meditation, mindfulness, and lifestyle management.

Unlock the transformative power of aligning with your core values in our virtual session, " Finding Your True North: Charting Your Path to Wellness Through Values Alignment” on April 11th from 12-1pm. Take part in an interactive values identification exercise designed to help you realign your inner compass, enabling you to make decisions that reflect your true purpose and authenticity. Learn how living in harmony with your core values can reduce stress, boost resilience, and lead to a more meaningful, fulfilling life. Sign-up via UT Learn: https://utexas.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/9bf58403-e5aa…

"Sound healing" refers to the therapeutic use of sound (such as music, chimes, chanting, voice) to promote healing. Sound has been used for thousands of years in multiple cultures to help people release stress and relax. This 75-minute IN PERSON therapeutic yoga and sound healing workshop begins with a gentle hatha yoga practice appropriate for all levels and ability, meditation, and breathwork. At the end of the movement practice participants are invited to lay down on the floor with eyes closed, and listen to the sound of Tibetan singing bowls. The workshops will be facilitated by Geeti Shirazi Mahajan, LCSW-S (she/her), one of the counselors at the Employee Assistance Program. Geeti is also certified as a Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT). The workshops will be held IN PERSON in the Rowling Hall Special Events Room (RRH 5.210) on Wednesday, April 2nd from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Please sign up through UT Learn.

In a weight-focused world, people with larger bodies often experience negative attitudes and behaviors from other people. These messages result in people with larger bodies internalizing the negative treatment and approaching their bodies as an enemy. In this group, participants will unpack and examine the messages that they carry about their bodies. Members can receive support from others who understand their experiences, and they can gain new perspectives and tools for living in a larger body in a weight-focused world. This virtual group will meet Wednesdays from 11 am-12 pm from 4/2/25-5/7/25. The group facilitator is Jamie Justus LCSW-S, and a pre-group interview is required to join the group. Please email eap@austin.utexas.edu to schedule your pre-group interview at least a week prior to 4/2/25.

Join us for weekly, virtual meetings on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. beginning April 1st.  Our support group is for caregivers in the UT community caring for other adults such as parents or partners.  Group members will have an opportunity to share their experiences, get support, learn about topics such as community resources, and discuss the importance of maintaining work/life balance.  The group is drop-in, so weekly attendance is not required.  All current employees and retirees are welcome to join. For more information or to join the weekly meeting, please email jeff.stellmach@austin.utexas.edu

This training is for workgroups to be able to understand the common reactions to working with others in high distress, recognize early the signs of compassion fatigue, and have practical steps to reduce compassion fatigue.

"The Velvet Rope: Healthy Emotional Boundaries with Your Teen” presented by Katie Malinski, LCSW-S, licensed social worker and parenting coach on March 7th from 12pm-1pm (60 minutes). Do your teen’s emotions take over the house (and even the inside of your head!)? Do you feel frustrated (or worse!) by your teen’s feelings and thoughts? Do your teen’s fears, upsets, and problems feel like they become yours sometimes? Sign up via UT Learn. https://utexas.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/22383f7d-f9d5…

"How Gen Z is Flipping the Work Game" presented by Jill Castro, PsyD, psychologist in the Faculty & Staff Counseling & Consultation office at the University of Michigan on February 25th from 12pm-1pm (60 minutes). In the evolving landscape of the university as a workplace, understanding Generation Z (born 1997-2012) is essential. This presentation delves into the unique characteristics, values, and expectations that define Gen Z as they enter and navigate the workforce. We will explore how their upbringing in a digital era shapes their career aspirations, communication styles, and attitudes towards work-life balance. We will also explore implications for managers and co-workers in working and supervising multi-generational teams. Sign-up via UT Learn. https://utexas.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/d7e4e57d-561c…

Recharge Event on February 11th, 12th, 13th, and 14th. Learn about FREE wellness resources, healthy eating, physical activity, and mindfulness to help you stay “fully charged". You can participate by attending one or two sessions or the whole event, whatever fits your needs and schedule. Outside of our virtual event, join us in person at our Recharging Station.