Mental Health

Whether you or someone in your family is experiencing stress, grieving the loss of a loved one or managing anxiety, Amex has your back every step of the way.

Free Healthy Minds Counseling with Lyra

Lyra’s personalized concierge services give you access to an exclusive network of diversly trained counselors and coaches to meet the individual needs of you and your loved ones. They are here to support you wherever you’re comfortable — on the phone or via video chat — and can help you manage stress, grieve the loss of a loved one, cope with anxiety and a number of other challenges.

Who's Eligible

All U.S. colleagues and their household members are eligible, regardless of your medical plan. You can each access 10 free sessions with a Lyra counselor.

How It Works

Counselors will meet you where you’re at. You can talk on the phone, in person or via video chat, and you can work at your own pace. Take a look at the different options for care below.

Lyra FAQs

Get answers to the most common questions about Lyra counseling.

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In-Network Therapy (Long-Term)

If you’re in need of long-term mental health and therapy resources, Amex has you covered. See the resources below and decide which may be useful to you during this time.

Who’s Eligible

Eligibility varies slightly based on the long-term therapy resource. See the resources below to find out who, specifically, is eligible for each.

How It Works

Review the three resources below to see which may be helpful in meeting your long-term therapy needs.

Administrative Support

We want seeking and receiving help for your mental health to be easy, so we have resources to make the process as smooth as possible.

Who's Eligible

Eligibility varies slightly based on the resource. See the resources below to find out who, specifically, is eligible for each.

How It Works

Review the resources below to determine which may be most helpful as you seek to meet your mental health needs.

On-Demand Mental Health Videos

Supporting your mental health throughout the day is important. Whether you need to find your zen, reduce stress or get moving, these two-minute videos are great resources to help you build healthy habits into your routine.

Pregnancy Loss Support

Amex provides ongoing support for employees who have experienced the loss of a baby due to miscarriage or stillbirth via our monthly Pregnancy Loss Support Group meetings. The support group provides a caring and supportive environment to learn from and share with a professional counselor and others who have experienced a similar loss. There are options to attend sessions in person or virtually.

Who's Eligible

All colleagues and their household members are eligible for in-person or virtual meetings.

Contact: pregnancy_loss_support@aexp.com

This information describes only certain highlights of the company’s benefit plans. It does not supersede the actual provisions of the plan documents, which in all cases are the final authority. This information does not constitute a contract of employment with American Express Company or any of its affiliates. The company reserves the right to amend, modify or terminate any benefit plan, program, practice, policy or procedure at any time and for any reason without prior notice to or consent by colleagues.

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