In today's diverse workplaces, fostering an environment of mindful safety is essential. This not only ensures compliance with legal standards but also cultivates a culture of respect and inclusivity. For colleagues with physical disabilities, small considerate actions can significantly impact their daily experience and overall [...]
Often times, we may forget that diversity extends beyond our appearances and identities, such as our culture, race, gender, and so on, and that it also includes the differences in the way in which we think and process information and perceive and interact with the [...]
Grief is a natural and challenging emotion, especially when experienced in the workplace. As an employee navigating grief, it's important to understand how it can affect you and important to have strategies in place to cope effectively. In this article, we will discuss how grief [...]
With current events full of controversial topics, it is natural that many people have strong opinions and emotional reactions to the news and other forms of communication. This article’s purpose is to introduce ideas that can help you navigate complex emotions as well as give [...]
Workplace bullying is a pervasive issue that not only affects job performance but can also have profound consequences on an individual's mental health. You may be experiencing workplace bullying and feel unsure of what is happening, how to handle it or what to say. This [...]
Disagreements at work are to be expected and quite common. After all, you are two people coming into the work environment with different backgrounds and life experiences. The question isn't how to avoid disagreements but rather how to disagree respectfully; handling conflict abrasively or unhealthy [...]
Inclusive workspaces may bring to mind several potential images, some more common than others. People may imagine an inclusive workspace is one that has several bathrooms designations, additional titles for people with different pronouns, or perhaps even a space for a new mother to safely [...]
Workplace stress may sound a bit like an oxymoron; work is meant to be stressful, or else it would not be work, right? While work can be stressful depending on the field you are employed in and the given day, work should not be stressful [...]
Are you interested in EAP therapeutic counseling services but aren’t sure what to expect? EAP counseling is based on the Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) counseling theory developed by Steve de Shazer and Kim Berg in the late 1970s. SFBT entails using future focused, goal- oriented [...]
Sometimes the idea of speaking to a counselor can be met with skepticism. A common question that we hear in the counseling world is, "Can just talking really help me?" But the thought that counseling is "just" talking is actually a misconception. In today's world, [...]
