Our Learning & Organizational Excellence (LOE) Consultants have been having lots of client conversations that sound something like this: Client HR/ Well-Being Leader: “We’re forming a team of Mental Health (or Well-Being) Champions to provide peer support. Do you have any training would you recommend for this group?” ComPsych LOE Consultant: “Absolutely! We have a…
For the 20th consecutive year, ComPsych is thrilled to honor organizations that have prioritized the health and well-being of their employees via the Health at Work Awards. This year, there was an extremely competitive applicant pool representing companies and organizations across various sizes, industries and geographic locations. The panel of experts from ComPsych’s Health and…
When an employee’s disability poses a threat to themselves or others, can their condition be accommodated? Generally, no; to quote the EEOC, “the ADA permits an employer to require that an individual not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others in the workplace.” But what constitutes a “direct threat” under…
The landscape of leadership is evolving, and the pressure on leaders to support employee well-being while continuing to develop themselves has never been greater. As expectations rise, leaders shoulder immense responsibilities, yet many lack the tailored support needed to navigate these demands effectively. The Empowered Leadership Coaching Experience was designed to close this gap, offering…
Understanding Menopause: What You Need to Know Menopause, which literally means “pausing the month,” in Greek is a significant transition in a woman’s life that goes beyond its Greek roots. In the U.S., women typically reach menopause around age 51, with about 6,000 women entering this phase each day. This transition unfolds in three stages:…
It bears repeating that when an employer is faced with an ADA accommodation request, it’s extremely important to engage in the interactive process and do it well. Why? Take this recent settlement of a case brought by the EEOC concerning an outpatient surgery center in Virginia. In EEOC v. Northern Virginia Surgery Center, the plaintiff,…
For HR and benefits teams looking to increase employee engagement with the valuable, often life-changing mental health and well-being resources, there’s a variety of options. Interestingly, in a recent analysis of ComPsych’s book of business and ongoing discussions with customers, we found that introducing Well-Being Coaching was a game changer. In fact, an analysis of…
During our coaching sessions, clients often ask “do we have to offer a disabled employee a different position if she can no longer perform her essential job duties?” This is quite a hot-button topic for the courts and a vexing issue for employers. That is because, over the years, the courts have split over whether…
For many of us, shorter days, less sunlight, and colder weather are a recipe for increased lethargy and reduced activity. After all, it’s hard to leave the cozy comfort of bed for an early morning workout in frigid temperatures or force us to go to the gym after work when it’s already pitch black outside….
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, one frequently and consistently used statistic about mental health in America is that one in five U.S. adults live with a mental health condition. This is indeed a powerful statistic, and one that should catch the eyes of employers as they consider their employee well-being strategy. However, this…
Whether you’re a night owl or an early bird, all humans are highly attuned to the 24-hour cycle of sunlight and darkness. This internal body clock – also known as a person’s “circadian rhythm” – is crucially important to overall well-being. It may be obvious that circadian rhythm impacts our sleep/wake cycles and when we…
It’s no surprise that the holidays are an incredibly stressful time for those in the retail industry. In fact, data from the National Retail Federation shows that roughly 17% of annual retail sales occur in November and December – with this number jumping even higher (more than 26%) for specific retailers such as toy and…