Stress Management

We all have stress sometimes. It may come from a quickly approaching deadline, a big presentation or a troubled relationship. Many people feel this way; however, few know how to manage these stress triggers which may be hurting their health.

Stress can lead to health issues like anxiety, depression or high blood pressure. You may feel symptoms like:

  • Headaches
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Upset stomach

What is the Stress Management Program?

The Stress Management program offers participants techniques and support to deal with stress. Enrollment in this program is available to any eligible member 18 years or older.

Enroll online through your Personal Health Record or call 1-800-334-7287 today to participate in the program. Please note that not all members are eligible to participate. To access your Personal Health Record, log in to My Health Toolkit and click "Personal Health Record."

After enrolling, you receive*:

  • A stress management guide that includes tips and techniques for managing stress triggers
  • Counseling from and unlimited access to your personal health coach, who will assess your levels of stress; review the guide and tools you receive in the mail; provide encouragement and support; and reinforce use of the stress relief tools and techniques
  •  Referral to existing employer-based Employee Assistance Program services or behavioral health program, if offered
  • A relaxation guidebook that targets both audio and visual stress relieving techniques and a CD that compliments the guidebook
  • Many other tools designed to help you reduce your stress

Stress Management does not replace the medical care you receive from your doctor. Always check with your doctor before following any medical advice.

Please note: Not all members have access to this feature. Check your benefit booklet or contact the benefits coordinator in your company’s Human Resources department to see if you can take advantage of this program.

*Contents of the participant program materials are subject to change