Personal Assistance Program

Overview

MIT's Personal Assistance Program provides specialized counseling and referral services to employees who face issues that may affect their work or family lives. Consultation is also available to managers, supervisors, and administrators. The program is a free and confidential benefit for all staff, faculty, and employees of MIT, including Lincoln and Draper Laboratories and the Whitehead Institute.

Personal Assistance Program counseling and referral services can help with:

• Work-related concerns
• Stress, anxiety, and depression
• Marital or family issues
• Alcohol abuse or other addictions
• Other personal problems that might compromise employee effectiveness

You can download the Personal Assistance Program brochure for more information.

How It Works

• To schedule a confidential telephone or in-person appointment, call 617-253-4911 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• A licensed clinician will provide an assessment and evaluation.
• If necessary, you or your family member will be referred to an outside resource. Fees charged by MIT Medical or outside agencies for referral services may or may not be covered by your employee health plan. If not, we will make every effort to refer you to affordable services.

Related Links

Mental Health Service
Personal Assistance Program Brochure (PDF)

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