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
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September 10: Stress: A Way of Life or a Fact of Life
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September 18: Virtual Coffee w/Ann and John Tabb from DPHHS - 988 Information
- September 22: Emotional Intelligence
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September 25: Suicide Prevention Awareness (Karl Rosston - 1-2:00 p.m.)
- Click the Company Single Sign-On button to log into Talent
- Click Enroll
- Once enrolled, be sure to click on the TEAMS Meeting: Instuctor Led Training and click Download Invite to add to your Outlook calendar.
- Lastly, click on Suicide in Motana PDF, to download the manual.
- September 30: Coping During Uncertain Times
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
- September 17: Supporting Employees Before, During and After Absences (11-12:00 a.m. MST 1 SHRM credit)
- September 17: Preventing Employee Burnout
- September 24: Giving Effective Feedback in Personal or Work Situations
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
Suicide Awareness Month
September is designated as Suicide Awareness Month—focusing on prevention and helping those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts. Suicide is recognized as an urgent and growing public health crisis across the country.
Individuals who are struggling with suicidal thoughts typically exhibit various warning signs. These warning signs can include changes in mood or behavior, talking about suicide or death, and giving away possessions. If someone you know begins demonstrating any of these warning signs, it’s crucial to take the person seriously and seek help. You can encourage the individual to seek professional help, and you can contact law enforcement to conduct a welfare check. Educate yourself about suicide, the warning signs, and what steps you can take to support someone struggling with mental-health issues. Remember, suicide is preventable. By raising awareness and acting, we can help save lives.
Please set aside time to attend Karl Rosston’s Suicide Prevention Awareness training scheduled for September 25, 2025 (Suicide in Montana). Karl’s Montana-specific presentation includes tips for us to support and recognize when others are struggling. Unfortunately, Montana has ranked in the top five states for suicide for the last 100 years. Suicide affects teens, elders, veterans, law enforcement, fire fighters, our immediate family members, and some of us individually. Don’t hesitate to seek help for someone or yourself if you recognize the warning signs.
Take a few moments now to review these life-saving resources below:
- Suicide in Montana (Access for Karls Sept 25th training)
- Suicide Awareness Toolkit (ComPsych)
- MT988 Flyer
- Nami (National Alliance on Mental Health)
- Montana Health and Human Services
- Warning Signs of Suicide- Institute of Mental Health
- Mental Health America
- Warmlines – A list of phone numbers anyone can call when they need someone to talk to or to just be there whether feeling in crisis or not.
Bonus - free resources for extra support and connection: