This program will work best for people with occasional stress, or moderate stress. You may need extra help if:

• you are under severe stress now (perhaps because of a traumatic event in your life).
• you still feel an uncomfortable level of stress even after you have worked through the program a few times.

Many hospitals, health insurers, and community centers offer classes in stress management, or they may be available through your workplace. If you are under severe stress, you may benefit from professional counseling. Ask your doctor to recommend a mental health professional or ask a friend who has benefited from counseling to give you the name of his or her counselor. You may also contact your county mental health agency, local psychology (APA), or clinical social work (NASW) referral lines for help finding a counselor.

If you have health care benefits through your place of employment, go to your internal employee assistance program (EAP) or contact the referral line for your mental health benefits. This route will ensure that the therapist you choose has the proper license and that the visit will be covered by your insurance.

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