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  • Statement on DACA

    On Tuesday, September 5, 2017, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the impending end to the Deferred Action of Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy. We understand that the decision can have many implications for our students and can cause emotional distress.  Please know that the Counseling Center is here to assist. We have a number of trained mental health professionals who offer confidential mental health consultations. 

     

  • Statement on Supreme Court Decision Regarding Reproductive Rights

    The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade removes the constitutional right to an abortion. The University of Illinois Counseling Center understands that many in our campus community may be feeling anger, fear, anxiety, and other negative emotions. These are normal and justified reactions. Being someone who identifies as a minority that has been historically oppressed, having a history of trauma, or feeling the weight of the current sociopolitical climate may cause these emotions to feel even stronger.

  • Statement Regarding the Death of Tyre Nichols

    The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Counseling Center stands in solidarity with those who are feeling anger, grief, fear, and concern in the wake of the death of Tyre Nichols. For those who choose to view it, the footage of Nichols being attacked can cause very visceral reactions and may lead to vicarious trauma. Many may be frustrated as Black people continue to die at the hands of the police at much higher rates than other groups. These emotions are completely valid, and the Counseling Center is here to provide support for those who may be struggling.

  • Statement Regarding the Deaths of Alton Sterling & Philando Castile; Injuries & Deaths of Dallas Police Officers and Bystanders

    The University of Illinois Counseling Center stands in solidarity with those who are feeling anger, grief, fear, frustration, and concern about our nation in the wake of the tragedies that occurred this week. We understand these tragedies are difficult to isolate from countless other tragedies and violent acts throughout our country over the past several years. Like many others in our community, we are deeply concerned about the continued deaths of Black men at the hands of law enforcement. We are equally troubled about the injuries and deaths of police officers and bystanders at the Black Lives Matter rally last night in Dallas. We continue to have faith in the goodness found in our humanity and are working within our local communities to make things safer and more equitable for everyone. Social advocacy can be an avenue for empowering individuals and communities.

  • Statement Regarding the Deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery

    The University of Illinois Counseling Center stands in solidarity with those who are feeling anger, grief, fear, and concern about our nation in the wake of the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. Like many others, we are frustrated about the frequency of violence (often by police) against Black people and the lack of action taken to prevent this violence. We continue to have faith in the goodness found in our humanity and are working within our local communities to make things safer and more equitable for everyone. Social advocacy can be an avenue for empowering individuals and communities.

  • Summer 2020 Procedures—Telehealth Now Available

    As the University continues to follow social distancing recommendations during the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to update the campus community on our services. We continue to offer remote services as our office is not currently accessible to students.

  • Support Available for Students Affected by Tragedy in Nepal

    The Counseling Center at the University of Illinois would like to express our concern and care for all students who have been impacted by the recent earthquake in Nepal. We especially express our condolences to those who may have experienced losses due to the earthquake.

  • Support for Our Campus in the Wake of Chapel Hill Tragedy

    The recent deaths of three students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill who identified as Muslim understandably evoke a variety of responses from across our own campus community. Students, faculty, and staff at Illinois may experience fear, vicarious trauma and other responses related to this tragedy.

  • Supreme Court Ruling on Marriage Equality

    The University of Illinois Counseling Center, echoing the positions of national mental health organizations such as the American Psychological Association and American Psychiatric Association, applauds this landmark decision and is overjoyed same-sex couples in the United States will face less discrimination when it comes to the right to marry. True equality begins with the same legal rights and protections for all.

  • UPDATED: Counseling Center COVID-19 Precautions

    The Counseling Center understands these are challenging times for everyone. For the safety of staff and in cooperation with CDC guidelines, beginning immediately, we will be switching to a phone triage system and will soon launch online counseling capabilities. Please note the following procedures.

  • Female student uses app on mobile phone.

    WellTrack Assists Students in Reaching Wellness Goals

    WellTrack, an app that offers a suite of online tools and courses to help students identify, understand and address mental health issues they are having will be available to all Illinois students beginning October 15. WellTrack, which employs aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, offers a mood tracker, modules that teach students about managing anxiety and depression, and useful tools such as meditations and reminders for users to include enjoyable activities in their days.

  • Winter Break Hours

    The Counseling Center will be open to see students throughout most of Winter Break.