We offer a diverse range of topics through live webinars and virtual "drop-in" sessions. Additionally, request private group training tailored to the most relevant topics for your team's specific needs.
The Intermountain Employee Assistance Program provides easy access to relevant and engaging topics in a variety of formats, including:
We also host "drop-in" educational sessions called Mental Health Minutes to teach and reinforce strategies to stay well and build resilience.
These engaging events are available to employees and managers of companies contracted with Intermountain Health's Employee Assistance Program.
All times are Mountain Standard Time.
Resiliency can be strengthened by focusing on core principles of growth such as courage, commitment to values, and recognizing what is within our control. This training focuses on characteristics, qualities, habits, and behaviors that build resilience.
Life can become out of balance when stress overwhelms our ability to recover. Participants will learn practical ways to manage and reduce stress by strengthening the connection between the mind and body.
Conflict is a part of our work and personal lives – it is inherent in all relationships. This training challenges participants to think differently about conflict and teaches skills to be able to address conflict more effectively.
During times of uncertainty, our ability to navigate change can be compromised. This training explains our responses to change and suggests skills to increase our capacity to navigate and thrive with change and uncertainty
Navigating age diversity is crucial for strong teamwork, personal development, and respectful service. Research shows a positive view of aging adds 7.5 years to life compared to negative views. This training will help participants develop skills for an age-positive workplace.
This training is designed to educate participants about the benefits of mindfulness and use this awareness to respond with choice rather than reactivity.
A basic introduction to mindfulness and self-compassion concepts and practices.
A deep dive into the history and practice of meditation. Participants learn formal meditation, mindfulness exercises, compassion practice, and mindful movement.
A focus on being more kind, understanding, and gentle with ourselves which increases our capacity to offer the same to others, especially when it’s difficult.
Experts agree that your professional opportunities, career advancement and coworker relationships are directly impacted by your behavior, reputation, and conduct. This class teaches skills to bolster your professional reputation and improve work relationships.
Gratitude practices can boost feelings of well-being and overall happiness, especially when combined with an overall wellness strategy. This class outlines practices that have been shown to increase mental health and emotional well-being.
According to research by Dr. Kristin Neff, self-compassion is one of the most powerful sources of coping and resilience. This class outlines the three components of self-compassion and teaches how to use it to dramatically improve your mental and physical wellbeing.
Boundaries are the guidelines that we use to let others know how we want to be treated. Setting boundaries honors our need to respect our own needs and being respectful of the needs of others. It also means learning how and when to say “no.” Knowing how to set boundaries is one of the most essential yet overlooked social skills. This class will teach skills to set healthy boundaries.
This class outlines the services offered by the Employee Assistance Program. We provide several avenues of support for employees and leaders alike to assist in managing wellness and mental health.
Learn about our virtual Mental Health Minutes and see the schedule.
The Employee Assistance Program is hosting virtual "drop-in" educational sessions called Mental Health Minutes to teach and reinforce strategies to stay well and build resilience. Participants will learn techniques they can utilize throughout the day that, if practiced, can help to manage daily stressors. Each Mental Health Minute is unique and focused on supporting employees and leaders.
Topics include:
All sessions are voluntary and taught by licensed mental health professionals, and open to all employees. For Intermountain employees/caregivers, please note that the Mental Health Minutes are not Livewell eligible. Drop into a session as needed.
All sessions are virtual and scheduled to be weekly standing meetings for 15 minutes. No registration is required.
Monday from 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., Stress Management
Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m., Meditation
Thursday from 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m., Stress Management
Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., Meditation
* Mountain Standard Time. Sessions will not be held on national holidays.