[Martina]

So I went to see a new therapist, and he pointed out that not only does my new job have EAP, but so does my husband's job. So I could have got some free EAP sessions way back when, but no one told me.

So he tells me to go get them now, and use them for him. I do. And like an idiot, I ask if there is any way I can get reimbursed for previous years. Because it says you get six visits PER YEAR.

Well now they're probably going to deny the whole dang thing because "EAP is for a temporary situation and not long-term counseling."

So what. I need therapy, and you didn't give me any when I could have got it when it really was a crisis situation. Why can't I get a flipping 6 sessions now?

I'm an idiot.

No, you are not an idiot. I hope you get the therapy you seek.

[blkchr91]

Originally Posted by Martina

So I went to see a new therapist, and he pointed out that not only does my new job have EAP, but so does my husband's job. So I could have got some free EAP sessions way back when, but no one told me.

So he tells me to go get them now, and use them for him. I do. And like an idiot, I ask if there is any way I can get reimbursed for previous years. Because it says you get six visits PER YEAR.

Well now they're probably going to deny the whole dang thing because "EAP is for a temporary situation and not long-term counseling."

So what. I need therapy, and you didn't give me any when I could have got it when it really was a crisis situation. Why can't I get a flipping 6 sessions now?

I'm an idiot.

I know it's hard not to feel bad about it. I asked for EAP once and I was publically humiliated about it because it cost the employer (a HUGE one) money.

[ECHOES]

Maybe not, Martina.
My company's EAP, and it is the trend, doesn't offer face to face sessions, only phone consultations. Nice, huh?

But if you do have visits offered through your EAP you can get them by telling them that you are really need to talk to your T more right now. Get creative, these are your benefits that you pay for, directly or indirectly.