Some topics addressed in recent programs for students include:
- coping constructively with stress
assertiveness training
understanding personality style differences
issues related to choosing a major or planning a career
- facilitating academic success for students on probation
- decreasing problems with alcohol and substance use
- developing healthy relationships
- issues of body image and eating disorders
- coping with depression
- awareness of issues concerning diversity in gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability
- resources available at the Counseling Center
Some topics addressed in recent programs for faculty or staff include:
- understanding personality style differences as they relate to professional interactions (including differences in learning styles)
- working with students experiencing distress (including facilitating referral to appropriate resources)
- balancing multiple roles
- resources available at the Counseling Center
Our staff can develop programs addressing a variety of other topics. We can also suggest other resources at UIC for topics outside our expertise.