Employee Assistance Program

Harvard's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential help for all Harvard benefits-eligible employees on the regular Harvard payroll and their adult household members. You can reach the EAP any time for personal or work-related concerns at 877-EAP-HARV (877-327-4278). Explore this section for specific ways in which the EAP can help.
 
KGA (Kathleen Greer Associates) is Harvard's EAP provider. They provide 24/7 support for any emotional issue by a licensed KGA counselor who is experienced in crisis intervention.They can help you directly or as you assist someone else. Call 877-EAP-HARV (877-327-4278.) You can also visit the EAP online. You can also get support anywhere, anytime with KGA MindTide – the friendly, self-help app that can lead you toward a life of less stress and anxiety.
 
You can access all of KGA's information on your mobile device via an app KGA Mobile App (English PDF) or KGA Mobile App (Spanish PDF).  KGA's website can be translated into 14 different languages and has a responsive design to accomodate mobile screen viewing. 
 
KGA also provides a wide variety of work/life consultations including financial, legal, nutrition, elder care, child care, and career support during standard business hours. The hours are Monday – Thursday 8:30-5:30 PM and Friday 8:30-5:00 PM. Please note that KGA offices are closed on New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas. 
 
Remember that even when KGA is closed, 24/7 support for any emotional issue is still available by a counselor who is experienced in crisis intervention and can help you or help you assist someone else. Call 877-EAP-HARV (877-327-4278).
 
KGA can support you and your adult household members in a number of ways:

Counseling – Support for addiction, anxiety, depression and everyday stress in the moment when you need it. The first 3 sessions are free.

Crisis Support  Expert help for dealing with grief and the trauma that comes with upsetting events.

Career Support – Consultations on career moves, job search strategies, interviewing skills, and resume development.

Eldercare Resources  Consultations and referrals for all types of eldercare needs and caregiving support.

Financial Consultations  Help with debt management, budgeting and financial planning.

Legal Assisstance  Consultation with an attorney and referrals for legal issues.

Parenting Resources – Referrals for all types of child care needs and parenting support.

Convenience Services  Referrals for family/home needs from pets and contractors to continuing education and transportation.

Nutrition Consultations   Consultations with a registered dietitian.