Cigna Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), the College provides free, confidential counseling services to all benefits-eligible employees and members of their immediate families.

These services include problem assessment, in person and virtual counseling (up to 8 sessions per issue fully paid by the College). You do not need to be enrolled on Cigna's health plan to avail yourself of these services.

EAP counselors are trained to deal with a wide range of psychological, interpersonal, marital, and family issues, and are prepared to make appropriate referrals for difficulties related to health, financies, or legal issues. EAP counselors are also trained in helping employees resolve on-the-job conflicts. Whatever the specific problem, most individuals who utilize EAP services find significant emotional relief and practical benefit in having a supportive, objective listener to use as a sounding board. EAP counselors maintain strict confidentiality to the extent provided by law.

Employees may seek assistance or schedule an appointment for themselves or a family member 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year, by contacting Cigna EAP at 1-877-622-4327 or log in to myCigna.com (login company code: bowdoineap).

Once registered on myCigna.com, simply log in and go to the EAP link under the Review My Coverage tab.

8 face-to-face counseling sessions with a counselor in your area, as well as video-based sessions. (Understanding Cigna Behavioral Health Virtual Counseling)
Legal assistance: 30-minute consultation with an attorney, face-to-face or by phone.
Financial: 30-minute telephone consultation with a qualified specialist on topics such as debt counseling or planning for retirement.
Parenting: Resources and referrals for childcare providers, before and after school programs, campus, adoption organizations, child development, prenatal care, and more.
Eldercare: Resources and referrals for home health agencies, assisted living facilities, social and recreational programs, and long-distance caregiving.
Pet care: Resources and referrals for pet sitting, obedience training, veterinarians, and pet stores.
Identify theft: 60-minute consultation with a fraud resolution specialist.

Real Support for Real Life: EAP Wellness Webcasts

We can all face challenges as we try to reduce stress, find balance, and be our best selves at work and in our personal lives.These one hour wellness seminars and management trainings can help. Sign up for an upcoming live webcasts listed below using the easy one-click registration. Or listen to an on-demand replay webcast whenever it's convenient for you. Click or go to Cigna.com/EAPWebcasts.

Beating Burnout for Managers
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 2pm

Are you burned out at work? What about your team? Find out how to spot the signs of burnout and review proactive stragegies to help you get ahead of it.

Minding Your Mental Health
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2pm

When investing in your health, don't forget mental health! We'll discuss how self-care contributes to emotional vitality and the role professional support can play.

Thriving in Challenging Economic Times
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2pm

Feeling the sting of a tough economy? Our financial expert will discuss how to reduce the strain, make budget adjustments, and tap helpful resources.

Eat Well to Feel Well: Food and Your Mental Health
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 2pm

Studies show a direct relationship between what we eat and how we feel. We'll dig into the connection and share how to put a mood-boosting diet into practice.