City Introduces New Employee Assistance Programs For Mental Health
FOREST PARK, Ga. — July 22, 2024 — Today, Mayor Angelyne Butler, MPA, and the City of Forest Park proudly announced the launch of two new Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) to help address issues related to mental health. As part of the L.E.A.F. (Leading an Essential, Able and Fulfilled) Life initiative, the programs are tailored to provide wrap-around services and resources that support city employees who are trying to navigate mental health challenges, while still maintaining a positive work-life balance.
According to statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor, 83 percent of U.S. workers suffer from work-related stress and 54 percent of workers reported that work stress affects their home life. With the launch of the programs, all city employees will receive up to eight complementary counseling sessions, with all associated costs to be covered by the city.
“Over the years, studies have continued to show how stress and trauma can increase the frequency of mental health challenges such as grief, anxiety and – in some instances – even substance abuse disorders," said Mayor Angelyne Butler, MPA. "After conducting a citywide survey of our employees, it became abundantly clear that individuals in our workforce take the issue of mental health very seriously. From our firefighters to police officers, as well as our administrative staff, these EAPs add to the vital progress being made to ensure that employees feel valued and have the tools they need to live a healthy lifestyle."
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About The City's EAP Providers
Founded in 2002, One Source Counseling is an independent family-owned limited liability corporation that specializes in behavioral health, corporate EAP counseling and critical incident stress management. Led by Dr. Nancy Wesselink, Ph.D., CEAP, the company currently provides counseling services to over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Georgia who work in government, public safety and corporate settings. Dr. Wesselink received her master's degree in social work from the University of Georgia and holds a doctorate degree in human services from Capella University.
Established by Dr. Jeremy C. Tuck, Senior Pastor of Living Faith Tabernacle, Tuck Holding Therapy and Crisis Counseling Services offers confidential therapeutic solutions that work to reduce stress, enhance resilience and foster a healthier work environment. The company also focuses on various challenges inherited by municipal workers and public safety personnel. Dr. Tuck holds several earned degrees, which include a bachelor's degree in both pastoral counseling and business administration from Beulah Heights University, as well as a master's degree in business administration/human services from Strayer University and a Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Saint Thomas Christian University.
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