Yes, the union's Member Assistance Program (MAP) has trained professional counselors who can guide you through the problems that can put your health and job in jeopardy. Our services are free, confidential, professional and supportive.
As a UFT member, you may receive short-term individual counseling a trained licensed mental health professional through MAP. MAP also offers referrals to outside mental health services that accept your insurance plan.
Please call MAP at 212-701-9620 to set up an appointment. You can also contact us via email at mapinfo [at] uft [dot] org (subject: Referral%20request) (mapinfo[at]uft[dot]org).
In case of an emergency, please call 911. If you need help after hours, please call 1-800-LIFENET, a 24-hour city mental health hotline.