OMH offers all employees an opportunity to practice various coping skills and strengthen their resilience through its Wellness Groups, which aligns with the agency’s vision of supporting a healthy workplace environment. The groups include deep breathing and simulation exercises to allow employees to practice rather than have group discussions. Group sessions offer a warm, inviting space that fosters relaxation virtually and provides examples of calming techniques and basic coping skills. Remember that the mind and body are one, and psychological health is just as important as physical health to your overall well-being. The group sessions are free, confidential, anonymous, and virtual employees can call in from any phone.
Please note that there are new Friday and Saturday Breath-Body-Mind breathing practice sessions.
There is also a new meeting link for all OMH Wellness Group sessions: https://meetny-gov.webex.com/
If the wellness group is occurring during your work hours, please make sure that your supervisor is aware of your attendance and that you are following the time recording policies of your agency.