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How to Address Quiet Quitting with Open Communication
September 26, 2025
In the past few years, we have often heard the term “quiet quitting” used when employees begin to disengage. I have heard this explained as more
Managing Back-to-School Anxiety: How EAPs Can Help Families Prepare
August 5, 2025
As summer winds down and the school year approaches, many families experience a mix of emotions—excitement, anticipation, and often, anxiety. For parents and children alike, more
Beat the Summer Slump: Staying Productive and Energized at Work
July 14, 2025
As summer heats up, even the most dedicated professionals can find their energy levels dipping. The “summer slump” is a common experience and characterized by more
Congratulations to Aoifa O’Donnell, Visionary Award Honoree!
June 19, 2025
National EAP recently attended the ReImagine Conference; an inspiring gathering of women and men committed to shaping the future of business through innovation and agility. more
How Hidden Assumptions Shape Workplace Dynamics — and How We Can Shift Them
June 12, 2025
As a corporate trainer and social worker, I’ve seen how the most well-intentioned workplaces can still struggle with inclusion—not because of overt discrimination, but because more
How Physical Activity Boosts Mental Health This Spring
May 2, 2025
Spring is a season of renewal, a time to shake off the weight of winter and embrace opportunities to grow stronger—physically and mentally. It’s the more
Spring Cleaning for Your Mind: Mental Health Tips from EAP Professionals
April 2, 2025
As winter gives way to spring, it’s the perfect time to refresh and renew. While we often associate “spring cleaning” with decluttering our physical spaces, more
Juggling Work and Family: Strategies for Working Parents to Stay Balanced
March 13, 2025
As a working mother, I understand the challenges of balancing professional responsibilities with family life. It’s a constant juggling act, but with the right strategies, more
Recognizing National Social Work Month
March 10, 2025
Social workers are the unsung heroes of our society—always there to listen, support, and guide individuals through life’s most challenging moments. At National EAP, we more
Fueling Mental Health Through Nutrition: How EAPs Support Holistic Wellness During National Nutrition Month
March 4, 2025
Did you know that 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year, leading to 12 billion lost workdays annually? The impact on workplace more
Empathy Is a Leadership Superpower: How to Support Your Team and Build Success
February 12, 2025
In the modern workplace, empathy is the characteristic that sets exceptional leaders apart from the crowd. Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings more
National EAP Attends the WE Summit Conference
August 15, 2024
This week, our very own Aoifa O’Donnell represented National EAP on the “Permission to Achieve” Panel at the Herald Community Newspapers 2nd annual WE Summit more
Employer Proactivity in Addressing Suicide Ideation
July 24, 2024
Written By: Edith Keenly, MS,NCC As an EAP counselor and military veteran, I have encountered many individuals who have expressed suicidal ideation, and it more
Supporting Lactating Mothers in the Workplace: A Vital Investment
July 16, 2024
By Stephanie Lozito, Care Coordinator at National EAP In the modern workforce, supporting lactating mothers isn’t just a matter of compliance; it’s a crucial aspect more
🎉 Celebrating Dynamic Leadership: Aoifa O’Donnell Recognized as One of “The Most Dynamic Women Leaders of 2024”!
June 27, 2024
We’re thrilled to announce that our CEO, Aoifa O’Donnell, is being recognized as part of the LIBN’s Long Island Business Influencers – Dynamic Women Leaders more
Rethinking The Work/Life Balance Conversation for Women
October 23, 2023
By: Aoifa O’Donnell CEO & President of National EAP, Inc. Are you tired of hearing about “Work/Life Balance”? If so, you are not alone. more
Being Out is Good for Employees and Good for Business
June 28, 2023
Written By: Kerrie O’Neill (She/her) Chief Program Officer LGBT Network In 1997, Ellen DeGeneres came out as her sitcom character and as herself. Within more
Stop Worrying and Start Thriving!
January 20, 2021
Written By: Meghan Beck, LMSW “Worry is like a rocking chair: It gives you something to do but never gets you anywhere,” – Erma Bombeck, more
Guiding Your Team Through Change Amidst COVID-19
May 5, 2020
COVID-19 has taught us many things, including things we never imagined we would need to know … like the real value of toilet paper. It more
Kind Leadership Matters
April 29, 2019
During leadership training we ask participants “Think of a boss you have had that you regarded as a great leader, someone you really loved working for and write down 5 reasons why”. We follow with a group debrief of more
6 Tips To Develop An Effective Sexual Harassment Training
April 23, 2019
Businesses in New York State (with others to follow) have been tasked with a challenging new workplace mandate: deliver annual Sexual Harassment training that is interactive, complies more
Mindful Meditation Is Transformative
April 15, 2019
Hello! This is Julie Simon with a powerful message about the life changing effects of meditation. Meditation is the practice of mindfulness. It is simply stated the more
When The Worst Thing Happens, Who Do You Call?
April 4, 2019
A recently terminated employee texts their manager a vitriolic hate filled text that states he will kill him, his wife, their children and then himself. An employee who displayed no indicators commits more
5 Reasons Your Business Must Have an EAP
March 26, 2019
Because life is difficult. We are not very good at handling the ups and downs and often get stuck when the proverbial poo hits the more
Loss & Grief: How to REALLY help another through it
March 20, 2019
Experiencing loss is difficult, especially when it’s the loss of a parent, a dear friend, a marriage or a dream.Loss of a job can cause more
Trauma At Work: What HR Must Consider
March 11, 2019
Trauma in the workplace is usually unforeseen, unexpected and scary as hell for most HR and business leaders. We live our lives each day expecting more
