CuraLinc Blog

Practical insights, data-driven strategies, and meaningful perspectives on
mental health, organizational performance, and holistic wellbeing for business leaders,
HR and benefits team leaders, and mental health champions.

CuraLinc Healthcare Appoints Rob Watson as Chief Growth Officer 2 minute to read
CuraLinc Culture Press Release

CuraLinc Healthcare Appoints Rob Watson as Chief Growth...

  • Nov 13, 2025

CuraLinc Healthcare, a leading provider of workforce mental health and wellbeing solutions, today announced the

How To Design Workplaces That Support Lasting Wellbeing 8 minute to read
Mental Health Employee Benefits

How To Design Workplaces That Support Lasting Wellbeing

  • Sep 30, 2025

In benefits—especially in the mental health space—we talk a lot about social determinants of health (SDOH). But what if

Rethinking EAP Success: What Retail Leaders Need to Know About ROI 6 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Workplace Mental Health Program Return on Investment (ROI)

Rethinking EAP Success: What Retail Leaders Need to Know...

  • Aug 26, 2025

Retail runs on people. But when those people are stressed and burned out, it affects everything— service, satisfaction,

Measuring What Matters: Mental Health ROI for Teachers and Staff in Education 7 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Return on Investment (ROI)

Measuring What Matters: Mental Health ROI for Teachers and...

  • Aug 18, 2025

In 2024, 60% of K–12 teachers said they felt burned out, and 59% reported frequent job‑related stress, according to

CuraLinc Named to the Inc. 5000 List for Fourth Consecutive Year 2 minute to read

The company was also re-certified as a Great Place to Work® for the third straight year, signaling growth fueled by

The Real ROI of Mental Health Support in Healthcare: Why It Pays To Invest in Your People 8 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Workplace Mental Health Program Return on Investment (ROI)

The Real ROI of Mental Health Support in Healthcare: Why It...

  • Aug 11, 2025

There are an estimated 70 million health workers around the world today. They have committed their lives to caring for

CuraLinc Healthcare Appoints Dave Wynne as Chief Financial Officer 2 minute to read
CuraLinc Culture Press Release

CuraLinc Healthcare Appoints Dave Wynne as Chief Financial...

  • Aug 7, 2025

CuraLinc Healthcare, a leading provider of workforce mental health and wellbeing solutions, today announced the

CuraLinc Healthcare Peer-Reviewed Study Reveals $5.39:1 ROI 3 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Workplace Mental Health Program Return on Investment (ROI)

CuraLinc Healthcare Peer-Reviewed Study Reveals $5.39:1 ROI

  • Jul 23, 2025

New research confirms measurable financial return—and deeper human impact—for employers investing in mental health

CuraLinc Career Journeys: From Care Advocates to Expanding Opportunities 10 minute to read

At CuraLinc, Care Advocates play a vital role in guiding members toward the support they need—often during some of

Khyla’s Story: From Uncertain to Empowered in One Early Morning Call 4 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Workplace Mental Health Program

Khyla’s Story: From Uncertain to Empowered in One Early...

  • Jun 4, 2025

Imagine waking up one morning, struggling to get out of bed, and considering leaving behind a career you once loved.

CuraLinc Healthcare Partners with Joshin to Expand Disability and Neurodivergent Support 3 minute to read

CHICAGO, IL, May 14, 2025 – CuraLinc Healthcare, a leading provider of employee mental health and wellbeing programs,

CuraLinc Healthcare Acquires CorpCare, Expanding Its Presence in the Southeastern Market 2 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Press Release

CuraLinc Healthcare Acquires CorpCare, Expanding Its...

  • May 6, 2025

CHICAGO, IL, May 5, 2025 – CuraLinc Healthcare, a leading provider of mental health and wellbeing solutions, is pleased

A Fresh Approach to Financial Wellness: CuraLinc Announces Financial Navigator to Help Employees Reduce Stress and Employers Boost Productivity 3 minute to read

New tool provides employees with personalized financial insights and expert guidance—empowering them to take control of

Employee Financial Wellness: A business strategy, not just a benefit 7 minute to read
Mental Health Wellness Employee Benefits Employee Engagement

Employee Financial Wellness: A business strategy, not just...

  • Mar 17, 2025

Picture this: One of your most engaged employees is stressed. They stare at their computer screen but can't focus on an

Shaping the Future: CuraLinc’s vision for innovation 4 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Employee Benefits Workplace Mental Health Program

Shaping the Future: CuraLinc’s vision for innovation

  • Mar 3, 2025

In our latest Coffee with CuraLinc episode, CuraLinc’s Sr. Vice President of Marketing James Stanton sat down with

The Business Case for Investing in Manager Mental Health and Wellbeing 4 minute to read
Mental Health Employee Benefits Manager Support

The Business Case for Investing in Manager Mental Health...

  • Feb 24, 2025

Managers play a pivotal role in shaping workplace culture, guiding employees through challenges and creating an

CuraLinc Healthcare Announces New CEO, Derek Newell 2 minute to read
CuraLinc Culture Press Release

CuraLinc Healthcare Announces New CEO, Derek Newell

  • Feb 18, 2025

CHICAGO, IL, February 18, 2025 – CuraLinc Healthcare (“CuraLinc” or the “Company”), a leading provider of workforce

2025 Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing Trends 5 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Wellness Workplace Mental Health Program Employee Engagement

2025 Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing Trends

  • Feb 17, 2025

Written by Matt McCreary, Chief Product Officer, CuraLinc Healthcare Employee mental health and wellbeing remains a top

How To Support Neurodiversity in the Workplace 3 minute to read
Employee Benefits Neurodiversity

How To Support Neurodiversity in the Workplace

  • Feb 10, 2025

Workplaces are at their best when everyone has the support they need to succeed—including neurodivergent employees and

Sam's Story: Finding Strength for Family and Self Through Divorce 3 minute to read

Divorce isn’t easy for anyone to manage—let alone during a global pandemic and with two teenagers. And it’s often not a

CuraLinc Healthcare Acquires Wellspring EAP, Enhancing Access to Comprehensive Employee Wellbeing Solutions 3 minute to read

CHICAGO, IL, December 5, 2024 – CuraLinc Healthcare, a leader in transformative mental health care solutions, is

How a Workplace Mental Health Program Can Support Parents of Children and Teens 6 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Workplace Mental Health Program

How a Workplace Mental Health Program Can Support Parents...

  • Nov 27, 2024

Every parent wants the best for their child, but when it comes to mental health, the path isn't always clear. The road

CuraLinc Healthcare Expands Partner Network Announcing Strategic Oshi Health Partnership 2 minute to read

CHICAGO, Illinois, November 5, 2024 – CuraLinc Healthcare, a leading provider of mental health and wellbeing programs

CuraLinc Healthcare Announces Strategic Acquisition of Marquee Health 3 minute to read

CHICAGO, Illinois, October 29, 2024 – CuraLinc Healthcare, a leading provider of mental health and wellbeing programs

How Work-Life Services Support a Well-Rounded Workplace Mental Health Program 7 minute to read
Employee Benefits Workplace Mental Health Program

How Work-Life Services Support a Well-Rounded Workplace...

  • Oct 17, 2024

Employees are more than just the people who show up to get a job done. Outside of work, their personal lives – where

Psychological Safety and Mental Health: Supporting Employees Amid Current Events 5 minute to read

According to the American Psychological Association, adults are particularly anxious about current events (70%) –

Celebrating World Mental Health Day: How Our Clients Are Leading the Way in Workplace Wellbeing 7 minute to read

Happy World Mental Health Day from CuraLinc Healthcare! Did you know World Mental Health Day was first celebrated in

How Social Determinants of Health Impact the Workplace and What Employers Can Do To Help 6 minute to read

Imagine trying to live a healthy and balanced life while constantly worrying about running out of food before the end

4 Ways a Workplace Mental Health Program Can Support Supervisors 10 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Workplace Mental Health Program Manager Support

4 Ways a Workplace Mental Health Program Can Support...

  • Sep 23, 2024

With proper support and development, supervisors can positively influence employee engagement and wellbeing – leading

How to Choose the Right Workplace Substance Use Policy 6 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Employee Benefits Workplace Mental Health Program

How to Choose the Right Workplace Substance Use Policy

  • Sep 20, 2024

Choosing the right policy for your company is a strategic decision that supports company values and employee wellbeing

Understanding Grief: How Employers Can Support Grieving Employees’ Mental Health and Wellbeing 7 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Wellness Employee Benefits

Understanding Grief: How Employers Can Support Grieving...

  • Aug 30, 2024

National Grief Awareness Day, observed on August 30, aims to raise awareness about the many aspects of grief and to

CuraLinc Healthcare Earns Spot on the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies for Third Consecutive Year 3 minute to read
CuraLinc Culture Awards Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

CuraLinc Healthcare Earns Spot on the Inc. 5000 List of...

  • Aug 21, 2024

Continued growth propels CuraLinc to rank 1770 on the 2024 list, with 296% three-year growth. Chicago, IL – August 21,

Supporting Teachers During Back-to-School Season 6 minute to read
Mental Health Wellness Employee Benefits

Supporting Teachers During Back-to-School Season

  • Aug 7, 2024

Summer fun is winding down, and the new school year is quickly approaching. New classrooms, supplies, schedules – all

CuraLinc Healthcare’s Global Mindfulness Event Earns a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title 3 minute to read
CuraLinc Culture Awards Mental Health

CuraLinc Healthcare’s Global Mindfulness Event Earns a...

  • Aug 2, 2024

CuraLinc Healthcare, a global workforce and student mental health provider, now holds the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title

Promoting Equitable Mental Health Care for BIPOC Employees 8 minute to read
Mental Health Employee Benefits Manager Support

Promoting Equitable Mental Health Care for BIPOC Employees

  • Jul 15, 2024

National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is celebrated in July to shed light on the unique challenges faced by

CuraLinc Healthcare’s Global Mindfulness Event Aims for GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title on July 23 2 minute to read
CuraLinc Culture Wellness Events

CuraLinc Healthcare’s Global Mindfulness Event Aims for...

  • Jul 10, 2024

CuraLinc will attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for “the most viewers of a mindfulness livestream on

Proactive Mental Health: Building Resilience for Long-Term Wellbeing 10 minute to read

Amid the demands and complexities of modern life, the conversation around mental health is more important than ever.

CuraLinc Launches Mindstream™: A New Proactive Mental Health Support Modality 3 minute to read

Mindstream™, “a fitness studio for the mind,” features live and on-demand sessions that proactively build and

10 Ways to Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month in the Workplace 8 minute to read
Mental Health Wellness Employee Benefits Employee Engagement

10 Ways to Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month in the...

  • May 20, 2024

May is Mental Health Awareness Month – a time to shed light on the challenges faced by millions of Americans living

CuraLinc Healthcare Releases Landmark Study on EAP Effectiveness for More Than 85,000 Cases  2 minute to read

The largest peer-reviewed study of its kind provides compelling evidence of CuraLinc’s effectiveness in improving

How a Workforce Mental Health Program Can Support Youth Mental Health 7 minute to read

Children and teens have experienced unique challenges over the last several years – from social isolation and social

New Study Reinforces Widespread Appeal and Positive Impact of In-Person Mental Health Treatment 3 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Wellness Employee Benefits Workplace Mental Health Program

New Study Reinforces Widespread Appeal and Positive Impact...

  • Jan 31, 2024

A recent peer-reviewed study reveals that in-person counseling drives impressive recovery rates for employees with

Improving Therapeutic Alliance and Culturally Competent Care Through Preference-Based Provider Mapping 9 minute to read

When it comes to mental health care, one of the strongest predictors of success is the therapeutic alliance, or bond,

Leading with Innovation: Setting New Standards in Employee Mental Health Support 7 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Employee Benefits Workplace Mental Health Program

Leading with Innovation: Setting New Standards in Employee...

  • Jan 1, 2024

With the surge in mental health concerns across industries, the need for more innovative and responsive workforce

Supporting Employees With Substance Use Disorder: Encourage Communication and a Path to Recovery 8 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Wellness Employee Benefits

Supporting Employees With Substance Use Disorder: Encourage...

  • Dec 11, 2023

More than 13 million U.S. adults with substance use disorders are employed, but less than 2 million are actively in

CuraLinc Healthcare’s Newest Digital Tool Supports Employees with Substance Use Concerns 3 minute to read

Addiction Care Navigator provides EAP participants with a confidential, stigma-free way to assess substance use risk

Promoting Mental Health Benefits at Work: A Year-Round Commitment 5 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Employee Benefits Employee Engagement

Promoting Mental Health Benefits at Work: A Year-Round...

  • Oct 26, 2023

While the number of U.S. adults seeking mental health treatment is almost twice as high as it was two decades ago, and

CuraLinc Healthcare Launches CuraConnect to Proactively Support At-Risk Employees 3 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Press Release

CuraLinc Healthcare Launches CuraConnect to Proactively...

  • Sep 18, 2023

CuraConnect proactively engages and supports the most vulnerable employees through human connection, clinical

Mental Health Leader CuraLinc Healthcare Recognized by Inc. Magazine 3 minute to read
CuraLinc Culture Awards Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mental Health Leader CuraLinc Healthcare Recognized by Inc....

  • Aug 23, 2023

CuraLinc is on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies for the second time. Inc. Magazine has released

Anxiety is Still on the Rise Amongst American Employees 3 minute to read

A new peer-reviewed study sheds light on the pervasiveness of anxiety risk and its impact on work. The prevalence of

Enhancing Workplace Productivity: The Power of Formal Management Referrals 4 minute to read

One of the most challenging aspects of a supervisor’s role is managing and supporting employees facing personal

The Pros and Cons of In-Person and Virtual Modalities for Mental Health Care 8 minute to read

During the height of the pandemic, video counseling and other digital modalities were a lifesaver for millions of

How Employee Loneliness Impacts the Workplace 9 minute to read
Mental Health Wellness

How Employee Loneliness Impacts the Workplace

  • Feb 9, 2023

The loneliness epidemic: By the numbers Even before the global pandemic began, we were experiencing a loneliness

Access, Personalization and Innovation: Looking Back on 2022 and Ahead to 2023 14 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Access, Personalization and Innovation: Looking Back on...

  • Jan 4, 2023

As we dive headfirst into the new year, we want to take a brief moment to look back at the new features and

How Employers Can Help with the Holiday Blues 3 minute to read
Mental Health Wellness

How Employers Can Help with the Holiday Blues

  • Dec 1, 2022

‘Tis the season for fun celebrations, good food and getting together with friends and family. For many, the holidays

To Reduce Suicide Risk, Employers Must Consider Protective Factors 5 minute to read

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Most people recognize that suicide, the ninth leading cause of death in

Global Workplace Mental Health Provider CuraLinc Healthcare Debuts on the Inc. 5000 List 2 minute to read

CHICAGO - Aug. 16, 2022 -- Inc. Magazine revealed their prestigious list of the nation's fastest-growing private

Peer-Reviewed Study Shows Measurable Impact on Employee Health and Productivity from Employee Assistance Program 4 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Peer-Reviewed Study Shows Measurable Impact on Employee...

  • Aug 8, 2022

Five-year longitudinal analysis finds 84 percent of employees with depression and 78 percent with alcohol use concerns

Supporting Sandra 3 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Wellness Employee Benefits

Supporting Sandra

  • May 16, 2022

Sandra is a 39-year old single working mother with two children, ages 14 and 11. Following her recent divorce, she

What is 'Assembly Line Mental Health'? 3 minute to read
Mental Health Employee Benefits

What is 'Assembly Line Mental Health'?

  • Mar 10, 2022

More than ever, there’s a spotlight on an employer’s role in the mental health and emotional fitness of its employees.

Announcing Virtual Support Connect 3 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Press Release

Announcing Virtual Support Connect

  • Feb 2, 2022

CuraLinc’s New Digital Group Support Platform Improves Access to Mental Health Care and Resources February 2, 2022.

The Value of Concierge Mental Health 6 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health Wellness

The Value of Concierge Mental Health

  • Oct 12, 2021

The word 'concierge' refers to a health care practice in which patients receive enhanced and personalized access to

Prioritizing Provider Quality Leads to Transformative Mental Health Support 4 minute to read

By Dave Pawlowski, LCPC, CEAP, Senior Vice President of Operations, CuraLinc Healthcare When it comes to evaluating

Expanding the Footprint of Mental Health Support Through 'Dedicated Counseling' 4 minute to read

Access to effective mental health treatment is more challenging than ever. 54% of adults with a mental health disorder

Your Employees are Languishing -- How an EAP Can Help 3 minute to read

By Dave Pawlowski, LCPC, CEAP, Senior Vice President of Operations, CuraLinc Healthcare In a recent New York Times

Outcomes and Impact 4 minute to read

Outcomes and Impact

  • Mar 16, 2021

Case Study from CuraLinc Provides Insight into EAP-Driven Outcomes for Employee Depression, Absenteeism, Productivity

How the Pandemic Influenced Mental Health Treatment Modalities 1 minute to read

Over the last eleven months, COVID has had a profound impact on consumer behavior, from dining preferences to business

Making Working From Home a Less Lonely Place To Be 3 minute to read
Mental Health Employee Engagement COVID-19

Making Working From Home a Less Lonely Place To Be

  • Dec 18, 2020

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 epidemic, millions of employees have been adjusting to working at home. It’s been a

World Suicide Prevention Day 1 minute to read

Suicide impacts thousands of families every year. Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, recognized annually on

How Culturally Competent Is Your EAP? 3 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Benefits

How Culturally Competent Is Your EAP?

  • Aug 27, 2020

Cultural competence is loosely defined as the ability to understand, appreciate and interact with people from diverse

Returning to a Mentally Healthy Workplace 2 minute to read
Mental Health COVID-19

Returning to a Mentally Healthy Workplace

  • May 19, 2020

Employers are being bombarded with safety recommendations and guidance as worksites that were forced into temporary

Resilience in the Face of a Pandemic 2 minute to read
Wellness COVID-19

Resilience in the Face of a Pandemic

  • Mar 26, 2020

Employees are facing anxiety and uncertainty as they cope with the ongoing impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19)

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and EAP Treatment Modalities 3 minute to read
Wellness Employee Benefits COVID-19

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and EAP Treatment Modalities

  • Mar 13, 2020

With daily (and even hourly) media updates regarding COVID-19, or coronavirus, many employees are anxious about the

Announcing Textcoach™ 3 minute to read
Press Release

Announcing Textcoach™

  • Jan 9, 2020

CuraLinc’s New Text Therapy Solution Reduces Stigma and Improves Access to Mental Health Support January 9, 2020.

Measuring the ROI of an EAP 3 minute to read

New ROI Dashboard Allows Employers, Consultants and Brokers to Measure the Financial Impact of an Employee Assistance

11 Ways to Integrate an EAP 2 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Workplace Mental Health Program

11 Ways to Integrate an EAP

  • Nov 28, 2019

Integrating an employee assistance program (EAP) into a population health management strategy allows employers to

Why the UX of an EAP Matters 1 minute to read
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Benefits

Why the UX of an EAP Matters

  • Oct 25, 2019

The term UX refers to the user experience, which generally represents the process of designing products and services

4 Tips to Leverage an EAP in the War on Opioids 5 minute to read

For decades, employee assistance programs (EAPs) have offered a low-barrier, confidential way for employees to seek