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“Well-being at Work” is a pilot series of workshops designed to promote resilience, balance, and professional growth. These sessions support Michigan Engineering’s 2025 strategic plan and offer structured opportunities for faculty and staff to learn, connect, and thrive within a supportive community.
“Well-being at Work” is a pilot series of workshops designed to promote resilience, balance, and professional growth. These sessions support Michigan Engineering’s 2025 strategic plan and offer structured opportunities for faculty and staff to learn, connect, and thrive within a supportive community.
Learn more about the Michigan Model of Well-being here.
Check out our Events Calendar for our next "Well-being at Work" session.
FASCCO Winter 2026 Discussion and Support Groups
FASCCO Winter 2026 Discussion and Support Groups
Discussion Group on Forgiveness
Discussion Group on Forgiveness
Tuesday 3/3 | Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Presenters: Joanne Bernard and Janell Kilgore
It is said that "Forgiveness is a gift you give to yourself." Do you find yourself struggling with hanging on to regrets or past issues that negatively impact you? If so, the power of forgiveness may help address these concerns. This is an interactive session with attendees participating.
LGBT+ Connection Group
LGBT+ Connection Group
A virtual opportunity for LGBTQ+ folks to build social connections, support one another in a safe and inclusive space, and have open discussions. The group will meet virtually once per month and is facilitated by Jill Castro, PsyD, counselor in the Faculty & Staff Counseling & Consultation Office.
Email fascco@umich.edu to receive more details about the group.
Support Group for New Mothers
Support Group for New Mothers
The Faculty & Staff Counseling & Consultation Office (FASCCO) offers an ongoing drop-in style support group for those returning to work following the birth and/or adoption of a child. The group is designed for those in their third trimester of pregnancy through the time their child is two years old.
The group will address various topics, including preparing for maternity leave, work/life balance, separation anxiety, familial adjustments, lactation support, baby blues, sleep hygiene, feeding issues, childcare, returning to work, and building a postpartum support system. This offering emphasizes group discussion of participant experiences as well as educational components. There is no charge for staff or faculty to attend.
For schedules and registration for the new moms group, please contact Jill Castro at jscastro@umich.edu or (734) 936-8660.
Need Support? We're Here for You
Need Support? We're Here for You
If you’d like to learn more about self-care, stress management, or tips in structuring your day, or are interested in support, counselors are available for no-charge, confidential services. If you work on an academic campus, contact the Faculty and Staff Counseling and Consultation Office (FASCCO) at 734-936-8660 or fascco@umich.edu.
FASCCO Winter 2026 Presentations for Campus Faculty and Staff - February & March
MHealthy Webinar Series
MHealthy Webinar Series
MHealthy has launched the “Nourished Mindset: Intuitive Eating Webinar Series,” offering monthly presentations focused on improving your awareness so you can make choices that help you feel nourished and thankful for your body.
Based on the concept of intuitive eating, the “Nourished Mindset” Webinar Series focuses on improving your awareness so you are better able to make choices that help you feel nourished and thankful for your body.
For a more in-depth experience, MHealthy also offers Nourish Your Whole Self, a free 12-week program based on the concept of intuitive eating. It includes coaching and guidance on eating mindfully and tuning into your body and mind.
Find even more well-being resources on the MHealthy Portal
Including: exercise, nutrition, sleep, and emotional balance
Mental Health and Well-being Resources for Faculty and Staff
Mental Health and Well-being Resources for Faculty and Staff
Take Care of Your Mental Health and Wellness.
Take Care of Your Mental Health and Wellness.
At U-M, we recognize that our greatest strength lies in the people who bring our mission to life every day. Your well-being isn’t just a personal priority; it is the foundation of our collective success. When we prioritize our health, we are better equipped to innovate, teach, and support one another.
U-M is deeply committed to fostering a workplace environment that values the whole person. To support you in this journey, we provide a wide array of tools, services, and professionals tailored to your needs.
New Resources for Your Well-being
We are excited to introduce two new resources designed to make mental health support more accessible:
Confidential Online Screening: A private tool to help you check in with yourself and gauge your current needs.
Calm Health: Access to the leading mindfulness app, now covered for employees and dependents through Blue Cross Blue Shield/Blue Care Network (BCBS/BCN).
We encourage you to intentionally make space for your own mental health. By modeling self-care, we strengthen the well-being of our entire community.
Provides confidential, no-cost, compassionate short-term counseling, training, and consultation services for faculty and staff at the Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint campuses
Call 734-936-8660 or email fascco@umich.edu to learn more or schedule an appointment.
Learn about classes and screenings, plus university resources for addiction treatment services, sleep resources, and more
All U-M health plans cover mental and behavioral health services like counseling, therapy, and substance use treatment in addition to other resources. If you need help finding a provider, your doctor and your health plan can be great resources to help you get started.
Digital resources to promote kindness, gratitude, and compassion in the workplace
Access the Calm Health app as part of coverage for employees and dependents through Blue Cross Blue Shield/Blue Care Network (BCBS/BCN).
Provides comprehensive, evidence-based, and compassionate long-term and short-term individual therapy, group therapy, couples counseling, family consultation, and more
A fee-for-service clinic that accepts all U-M insurance plans
University affiliation not required
Clinical care, specialized programming, research, education, and events to support mental health and well-being
Features outreach and education programs and resources to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage help-seeking for mental health. Resources include the Depression Center Toolkit, which provides information, tools, and support resources to help individuals and families struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions.
Campus Mind Works program for U-M students, offering mental health tools and resources they need to thrive, including monthly drop-in support groups.
Immediate Crisis Resources 24/7/365
Immediate Crisis Resources 24/7/365
Go to the U-M Psychiatric Emergency Service (PES) in person or call PES at (734) 996-4747.
Call or text 988, the national suicide and crisis lifeline.
Crisis Text Line is a free, 24/7 external and confidential texting service. Text ‘HOME’ to 741741.
If someone needs help right away, but they are unable or unwilling to take action, you can:
UM-Ann Arbor and Michigan Medicine: Call DPSS at (734) 763-1131
UM-Dearborn: Call DPSS at (313) 593-5333
UM-Flint: Call DPSS at (810) 762-3333
Call 911mmediate Crisis Resources 24/7/365
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