Emotional and Mental Well-being Benefits

Emotional and mental well-being are critical aspects of overall health, influencing how we think, feel, and behave in daily life. Fostering good mental health is not just about avoiding mental illness but also about promoting a state of well-being where individuals can thrive.

Here’s why emotional and mental well-being are important and the benefits they offer:

1. Better Stress Management – Individuals with good mental health are better at coping with everyday pressures and challenges.
2.  Improved Relationships – Mental and emotional health influence how we relate to others.
3. Physical Health Connection -Mental and physical health are interconnected.
4. Enhanced Productivity – Emotional well-being affects motivation, focus, and energy.
5. Longevity – Studies suggest that those with strong mental health are likely to live longer, more fulfilling lives due to their ability to maintain strong relationships, manage stress, and avoid risky behaviors.

If you are looking for, or are curious about, mental health resources – your CMA benefits offer two options to make it easy and accessible to find support.

Guardian

Employee Assistance Program through Guardian – The EAP is provided by ComPsych Guardian Resources and offers counseling, legal and financial consultation, work-life assistance and crisis intervention to you and your household members.

Your EAP benefit provides you up to 3 face-to-face or virtual counseling sessions per year at no cost. If your EAP counselor determines you need longer term treatment they can assist with a referral. Your participation in the program is completely confidential.

You can set up an appointment by calling 855-239-0743 or online at guidanceresources.com and use the Web ID: Guardian

Health Joy

HealthJoy offers Convenient and Affordable Mental Health Services.

Find a therapist or psychologist who fits your needs—for just $25 per session. Providers are available seven days a week through a provider matching tool to recommend providers based on your needs and preferences.

GET STARTED

1. Download the latest version of the HealthJoy app in the App Store or Google Play
2. Tap “Get Mental Health Support” from the HealthJoy homepage
3. Select “Request a Consult” and follow the steps within the app to speak with a mental health provider.

Please Note: You will be prompted to create Teladoc Health credentials upon registration. You will not need to use these credentials to utilize Teladoc Health services via the HealthJoy app.