Northern IL EAPA

21/07/2025

Join us on Friday, August 15, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT at the Tikvah Center for Jewish Recovery and Healing for NIEAPA’s August Chapter Meeting.

This engaging session, presented by J Cangialosi, LCPC, Therapist and Clinical Development Coordinator at Relief Mental Health, and generously sponsored by the Tikvah Center, will explore the critical factors impacting employee mental health and offer actionable strategies for building a healthier, more resilient workplace.

🔹 In this session, you’ll learn how to:
• Recognize threats to mental health and productivity
• Identify key workplace stressors and wellness challenges
• Understand the long-term implications of mental health in professional settings
• Apply practical tools to foster a thriving organizational culture

📅 Register now: https://bit.ly/43iGxSs

08/07/2025

🎤 Interested in presenting at NIEAPA’s December Virtual Chapter Meeting?

We’re now accepting proposals! This is a great opportunity to share your insights with professionals in the EAP community—including EAP Managers, Benefit Managers, Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and more.

📢 Submit your proposal and help shape the conversation in December! https://bit.ly/3TJ5ald

03/07/2025

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from NIEAPA!

Wishing you a safe, joyful, and restorative holiday!

24/06/2025

Join us on Friday, August 15, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT at the Tikvah Center for Jewish Recovery and Healing for NIEAPA’s August Chapter Meeting.

This engaging session, generously sponsored by the Tikvah Center, will explore key factors impacting employee mental health and offer practical strategies to create a more supportive and resilient workplace culture.

🔹 Learn to:
• Recognize threats to mental health and productivity
• Identify workplace stressors and wellness challenges
• Understand the lasting impact of mental health in professional settings
• Apply effective tools to build a thriving work environment

📅 Register now: https://bit.ly/43iGxSs

17/06/2025

Congratulations to NIEAPA’s 2025 Award Recipients!

We were proud to present the Member of the Year Award to Don Mitckess, LCPC, CRADC, Director of Clinical Strategy at Relief Mental Health, in recognition of his outstanding leadership and service to our chapter and community.

We also honored Cale Steines, National Referral Relations Specialist at Recovery Ways, with the John Sheridan Labor Award for his exceptional dedication and contributions to the field.

Please join us in celebrating Don and Cale for their continued impact and commitment to the EAP community!

12/06/2025

Congratulations to Kris Treder, our newly appointed Vice President for NIEAPA’s 2025–2027 leadership term!

Kris, from IAM United Airlines, brings exceptional experience and commitment to the team. We're excited to collaborate and continue advancing our mission under her leadership.

Join us in celebrating Kris and connect at our upcoming events to learn more about her vision for the chapter!

10/06/2025

Thank You for Making NIEAPA’s 46th Annual Conference a Success!

We’re so grateful to our attendees, sponsors, presenters, and volunteers for making it a powerful day of learning, connection, and community. Your presence made it truly memorable!

Keep the momentum going—register now for our August Chapter Meeting: Nurturing Mental Wellness in the Workplace 🔗 https://nieapa.com/event-6200797

02/06/2025

🚨 Last call to register! Join us TOMORROW for the 46th Annual NIEAPA Conference (June 3, 2025)—a full day of learning, connection & inspiration in employee assistance & workplace wellbeing.

🎟️ Register now: https://nieapa.org/2025Conference

27/05/2025

The 46th Annual NIEAPA Conference proudly welcomes our Afternoon Keynote speaker: Bart Womack, Command Sergeant Major U.S. Army (Ret.). Womack shares his first-hand expert knowledge and experience as a survivor of domestic terrorism. Bart survived the 2003 deadly insider threat terrorist attack on the 101st Airborne Division, chronicled in the book "Embedded Enemy - The Insider Threat."

🎤 Keynote Presentation: "Mitigating Campus and Other Workplace Threats!"
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
📍 Location: Drury Lane Theatre
🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4hHcl82

NIEAPA is dedicated to the advocacy for and promotion of Employee Assistance and other workplace-based behavioral health, substance use disorder and organizational consultation services. Emphasizing EAPA’s core technologies, NIEAPA offers educational and career development opportunities for member...

22/05/2025

We are excited to welcome Jing Han, LCPC Psychotherapist at Chicago Psych Therapy Group, Inc. as our speaker for Session 6: Navigating Emotional Boundaries: Building Resilient Work Environments Through Awareness and Action.

This workshop is designed for mental health counselors working with diverse clients, providing them with the skills, knowledge, and strategies to address emotional boundaries effectively in workplace settings.

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4hHcl82

21/05/2025

Thank you to our Speaker Sponsor, Rotary Recovery!

Rotary Recovery offers a full range of outpatient services designed to support your recovery journey—whether you're just starting out or continuing long-term care. Their evidence-based programs are flexible, compassionate, and tailored to meet your individual needs. They strive to find the path of least resistance to "Yes." Take the First Step Toward Recovery. Call Rotary Recovery today at 847-595-1300 to schedule your assessment or learn more about their outpatient programs. For additional information, visit RotaryRecovery.com.

Join us for NIEAPA’s 46th Annual Conference!
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
📍 Location: Drury Lane Theatre
🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4hHcl82
🎟 Sponsorship opportunities are available here: bit.ly/4aOCpvg

20/05/2025

We are excited to welcome Alan "Tony" Amberg, APRN

Owner of Alan Tony Amberg PLLC as our speaker for Session 5: We've Come So Far, But There's Still So Far To Go: LGBTQ+ Mental Health.

This presentation looks at the broader historical perspective and recent research into the MH and SUD issues facing these communities.

🔗 Register now: Link in bio!
🎟 Sponsorships for Session 5 are still available: bit.ly/4aOCpvg