
Employee Assistance Program (EAPs) & Substance Use Services
EAPs & Substance Use Services
EAP treatment is normally short-term since it works to resolve a minor issue or refer to the appropriate resources.2 If you are dealing with a substance use disorder, most likely, you’ll need more than a few sessions of counseling. Therefore, follow-up with the referred rehab center is vital for recovery. You can use whatever insurance you currently have to move forward with treatment.
American Addiction Centers (AAC) can help you figure out the best treatment options for you and also help you understand more about how your EAP can assist you in receiving substance use treatment or other mental health services. Simply call us at and speak to a compassionate admissions navigator.
Is Treatment Confidential?
When visiting an EAP professional, you are guaranteed complete privacy and confidentiality. Not even your employer, who pays for an EAP, will know you contacted them for assistance.1
Can I Be Fired for Going to Rehab?
If you are seeking treatment for a currently diagnosed substance use disorder, you usually can’t be fired. However, if you don’t get treatment and are caught using an illegal substance during work, then that would be grounds for firing.5
Additionally, under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employees may receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for certain life events, which may be an option for getting leave to attend rehab.
EAP Eligibility
Eligibility for EAP program rehab coverage is based on your employment status or relationship to the employee. If you are an employee of a company that offers this program or a close family member, such as a spouse, partner, or dependent, then you are eligible.4
Sources
- OMP.gov. (n.d.). Frequently asked questions, Work life.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2021).
- Attridge, M., Amaral, T., Bjornson, T., Goplerud, E., Herlihy, P., McPherson, T., Paul, Rich. (2009). Selecting and strengthening Employee Assistance Programs: A purchaser’s guide.
- SHRM. (2021). General: What is an employee assistance program (EAP)?
- ADA. (2021). The ADA, addiction, recovery, and employment.
Rehabs That May Accept EAP Insurance
Insurance Coverage at American Addiction Centers
Find out more about insurance and rehab coverage at American Addiction Centers.