Stress and Anxiety
Helping You Feel Your Best
Everyone feels stress or worry sometimes. The good news is that there are many ways to get help. Partners for Health has tools and support to help you manage stress and focus on your mental health.
Emotional & Mental Health Support –
Optum Behavioral Health
Here4TN gives you access to caring professionals who can help you talk through challenges, including:
- Emotional Wellbeing Solutions, with up to five free counseling visits per issue, each year. You can meet in person, online or by phone.
- To get started with Emotional Wellbeing Solutions, visit https://www.here4tn.com/eap-form.html for the authorization request form.
- Long-term counseling, available through your health plan.
Visit https://www.liveandworkwell.com/en/member/here4tn/benefits/bh for more information.
Call 855-437-3486 for help finding a counselor who meets your needs and schedule.
Talkspace App
Message or meet with a licensed therapist anytime, day or night. Sign up once at talkspace.com/connect and choose your therapist. You can learn more at https://my5.optum.com/content/dam/internal-resources/pdfs/microsite/here4tn-etoolkit/optum-talkspace-flyer.pdf.
Calm & Calm Health Apps
Depending on your health plan benefits, you may have access to Calm or Calm Health. Use these apps to relax, sleep better and manage stress. To learn more, visit my5.optum.com/content/dam/internal-resources/pdfs/microsite/here4tn-etoolkit/optum-talkspace-flyer. Scroll down to find the Calm button.
Primary Care – BCBST and Cigna
Your primary care provider can also be an important partner in your mental health. If you’re struggling with anxiety or stress, don’t hesitate to start the conversation. Being open about how you feel is the first step toward getting the care you deserve.
Medication Support – CVS Caremark
If you take medicine for anxiety or depression, you can save time and money with your pharmacy benefits. Get a 90-day supply through the CVS Caremark Mail Service or a Retail-90 pharmacy. Enjoy lower costs and fewer trips to the pharmacy. Sign in to your Caremark account at info.caremark.com/oe/stateoftn to check covered medications and prices, or to find a pharmacy near you.
Wellness Program – Sharecare
Unwinding Anxiety is a program that helps you understand and manage your anxiety. It includes short videos, mindfulness tips, journaling and group support. Go through 30 easy lessons at your own pace. Join weekly expert calls for extra support. Visit stateoftn.sharecare.com and select Achieve → Programs → Unwinding Anxiety or call 888-741-3390 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. CT.
Working for a Healthier Tennessee*
Working for a Healthier Tennessee helps you stay active and connected while improving overall wellness. Join fun activities and challenges at tn.gov/wfhtn/challenges and virtual events at tn.gov/wfhtn/challenges/wellness-events. Read success stories at tn.gov/wfhtn/success-stories and explore helpful health resources at tn.gov/wfhtn/resources. Visit the Working for a Healthier Tennessee webpage at tn.gov/wfhtn to get started.
*Program for central state employees only
You’re not alone. Everyone needs help sometimes — and that’s okay. Support is here for you. Reach out today and take the first step toward feeling better.