Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Call 1-855-873-4932 or visit anthem.com/eap to access the UR EAP.

The Anthem EAP is available to all UR employees at no cost. The EAP works with you and your household family members to connect you with the right professionals, direct you to a variety of helpful resources in your community, and more.

If you need help navigating the complex healthcare industry, we also offer no-cost access to Health Advocate, a service which provides assistance in solving healthcare-related issues. Please visit our Health Advocate page for more information.

Anthem EAP Services

  • Four free face-to-face or virtual counseling sessions per person in your household, per issue each year.
  • On-site behavioral health counselor: 
    • Confidential and private appointments. Contact our counselor directly to schedule. 

Shauna Christian
Behavioral Health Counselor
804-396-4197
On site Thursdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Well-Being Center, Room W405

shauna.christian@richmond.edu

Schedule confidential appointments here
  • Legal assistance:
    • Book a no-cost consultation and receive a discounted rate from participating local attorneys on comtinued legal services.
    • Explore an online library of legal resources, forms, and essential documents.
  • Financial:
    • Have unlimited phone consults with a financial professional and access online financial calculators and budgeting tools.
  • Work-Life:
    • Find information on career, parenting, and balancing work and family.
    • Find high-quality child, elder, and pet care.
    • Receive special discounts on a range of products and services, including food, travel, and clothing.
  • Identity theft support:
    • Register to get help with identity monitoring and theft resolution to minimize or recover from the effects of identity theft.
  • Self-Improvement resources: 
    • Log in to take self-assessments, access the Guidance to Care tool, and get a list of EAP resources specific to your needs.
    • Use Emotional Well-being Resources to connect with one-on-one coaching and self-help digital tools.
  • 24/7 Crisis Support:
    • Get in-the-moment support when experiencing a personal crisis.
    • Find help with navigating resources and getting support if you’re impacted by a tragedy or natural disaster.

How to Access the EAP

  • Visit anthem.com/EAP and log in with company name: University of Richmond.
    • Employees who are not enrolled in the university's medical insurance plan can register by using the employer ID: "Richmond" to register.
  • Call EAP 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 855-873-4932.

*Employment-related legal issues are not covered.

Additional Resources

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SAMHSA

The Jed Foundation

The Trevor Project

Mental Health America