Better than some larger corporations... lots of room for improvement. - EAP Counselor Optum Employee Review

3.0
1 Mar 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Diversity Pay Flexibility Time off pto generous Great people

Cons

Big corporations- layoffs - fast paced assembly line mental health. Quick burn out for therapist used to managing their own time. Chained to a phone all day.

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5.0
1 Apr 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Large company that provides great benefits and support career growth. Company culture supports work life balance.

Cons

Constant shift to hire contractors and offshore roles, which have caused lay offs.

2.0
20 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Remote work flexibility, supportive coworkers.

Cons

Chronic understaffing that leads to constant burnout Leadership behavior is inconsistent, unaccountable, and often dismissive Nepotism heavily influences promotions and opportunities Raises and bonuses are rare or nonexistent despite increasing workloads Workload expectations are unrealistic and unsustainable Company talks about mental wellness but does not practice it internally Extremely limited EAP benefits that offer little real support Employees are not acknowledged, respected, or meaningfully recognized High turnover due to poor culture and lack of investment in employees

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