Sounds like you're seeing a counselor through your EAP program. That counselor could (and should!) answer that question for you, and in fact is often part of the discussion during a first session. Generally, unless you threaten harm to yourself or someone else, or admit to committing or intending to comit a crime, the counselor is bound by state laws (and their professional ethics) to keep your discussions confidential. (Of course, if the counselor suspects child abuse, they are bound by law to report it to the state.)Social Workers...?
If you feel invaded by the social worker talking to others, you may want to stop and find another one outside your company. Go to the United Way and talk to a rep. I emphasize the United Way alot for people who need to services because they are a wonderful directory of social services readily available for you right in your community.
The feeling of others knowing your problems (at work) is not comfortable and plus, that social worker needs to get confronted with what you feel. She has a license and can get reported for talking about your personal issues. Don't let him or her get away with it if it is going on.
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