Corporate Counseling? The Minefield of Workplace Therapy

Awake at the Wheel

Content provided by Dr Oren Amitay and Malini Ondrovcik, Dr Oren Amitay, and Malini Ondrovcik. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dr Oren Amitay and Malini Ondrovcik, Dr Oren Amitay, and Malini Ondrovcik or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

1y ago 35:29

MP3•Episode home

Awake at the Wheel | Ep 56
The conversation explores the pros and cons of introducing therapy in the workplace, particularly through employee assistance programs (EAPs) and in-house therapists. The limitations of EAPs, such as limited sessions and insufficient training, are discussed. The conflicts of interest and lack of trust that arise when therapists work directly for the company are highlighted. The influence of insurance companies on therapy coverage and the need for increased access to private insurance benefits are examined. The importance of prioritizing employee well-being and the need for advocacy and self-care in the workplace are emphasized.
00:00 Introduction: Therapy in the Workplace
01:21 Limitations of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
03:46 EAPs as a Checkbox for Companies
04:42 Insurance Companies and Limited Therapy Sessions
05:32 Conflicts of Interest with In-House Therapists
06:52 Lack of Trust with In-House Therapists
07:59 Confidentiality Concerns with In-House Therapists
09:21 Lack of Privacy with In-House Therapists
10:29 Insurance Companies' Influence on Therapy
12:22 Financial Considerations and Therapy Coverage
13:40 Conflicts of Interest and Influence in the Workplace
14:49 Low Utilization of EAPs
15:18 Increasing Access to Private Insurance Benefits
16:34 The Influence of TV Shows on Therapy Perceptions
18:43 The Effectiveness of In-House Therapists in Addressing Workplace Conflict
20:29 The Need for a Neutral Therapist in the Workplace
21:15 The Importance of Prioritizing Employee Well-being
22:38 Alternative Approaches to Workplace Therapy
24:56 The Importance of Investing in Employee Mental Health
26:28 The Need for Advocacy and Self-Care in the Workplace
29:49 Taking Control and Advocating for Yourself
33:19 Finding Support and Evaluating Career Options

We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your questions to [email protected], tweet us @awakepod, send us a message at facebook.com/awakepod, or leave a comment on this video!
Email
Insta
Youtube
Facebook
Twitter

88 episodes