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  • Counseling Center and International Student and Scholar Services Offer Support for Students

    Mar 14, 2017 4:30 pm532 views

    The Counseling Center is partnering with International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) to host a drop-in space for those in our community who are dealing with anxiety and stress as a result of uncertainty around recent proposed changes to immigration policy. Each Thursday at 4 p.m., Counseling Center staff will be available in the ISSS Multipurpose Room in the Turner Student Services Building.

  • Counseling Center Offers Two New Groups for Fall 2016

    Aug 25, 2016 2:45 pm537 views

    The Counseling Center will offer two new group therapy options for Fall 2016: a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) group and an Expressive Arts Therapy group.

  • Counseling Center Protocol for Managing Coronavirus

    Mar 5, 2020 3:30 pm566 views

    The global spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and concerns about how the virus may impact us locally has understandably caused concern for many in our community. The situation is changing quickly, and the Counseling Center will follow guidelines established by the university to ensure public health protocol is met.

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

    Jun 1, 2020 5:30 pm632 views

    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.

  • Counseling Center’s Alcohol and Other Drug Office Moves to New Location

    Jan 4, 2016 1:45 pm634 views

    Beginning in January, the Counseling Center’s Alcohol and Other Drug Office (AODO)  will be located in the Turner Student Services Building. 

  • Summer 2020 Procedures—Telehealth Now Available

    May 20, 2020 9:45 am657 views

    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.

  • Counseling Center Staff, Graduate Assistants Recognized by University

    May 4, 2016 10:45 am707 views

    Several Counseling Center staff and graduate assistants have recently received recognition for the work they are doing on campus and for academic excellence.

  • Resources for Those Affected By Recent Student Deaths

    Sep 9, 2015 11:15 am1335 views

    The Counseling Center is saddened by the recent loss of students due to suicide, and our thoughts go out to everyone affected by these tragedies. We understand that many students may be having a range of grief responses and can benefit from assistance sorting through their experiences and/or guidance with coping strategies.

  • Resources for Those Affected by the Events Near Campus This Weekend

    Sep 25, 2016 4:00 pm2242 views

    The Counseling Center is deeply saddened by the horrible events of early Sunday morning in which George Korchev, a visitor to our community, died, and five others were injured.  Our thoughts go out to everyone affected by this tragedy. We understand that many students may be having a range of responses and can benefit from assistance sorting through their experiences and/or guidance with coping strategies.

  • UPDATED: Counseling Center COVID-19 Precautions

    Mar 17, 2020 4:15 pm3748 views

    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.

  • Counseling Center COVID-19 Procedures For Fall 2022

    Aug 22, 2022 11:00 am5194 views

    The Counseling Center is following the guidance of the University as the COVID-19 situation continues to change. Because we are considered a health care facility, masks are still required in the Counseling Center. We will provide any updates we receive on this page. If you have questions about telehealth, please call the Counseling Center at 217-333-3704.

  • Resources for Those Affected by the Disappearance of Yingying Zhang

    Jul 3, 2017 10:15 am8706 views

    Update, 7/3/17: As events of Ms. Zhang’s case have unfolded the past few days, the Counseling Center wishes to reiterate our thoughts and support for Ms. Zhang’s family and for those who are affected by this tragedy. It is difficult to learn that someone who was formerly part of our campus community is charged with her abduction. Students, please see below for information about how receive services at the Counseling Center if you would like to talk to someone.