U & I: A Wellness Podcast

Illinois Counseling Center
U & I: A Wellness Podcast, is produced by Counseling Center Paraprofessionals at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The goal is to talk about important wellness issues in an educational and helpful way.

All Episodes

Social media is a big part of many people's lives. This episode discusses how we can ensure we're using social media for good and not falling into the traps of comparison, overuse, and FOMO.

May 6

25 min

We often get questions about the CCP program--what it's like, what you'll learn, and who can apply. This episode answers some common questions.

Mar 7

11 min

The Redzone is the time between the start of the school year from Fall to Thanksgiving when sexual assaults on U.S. college campuses spike. This episode discusses contributing factors and how we can be active bystanders.

Nov 20, 2024

27 min

There are lots of myths circulating about the Counseling Center's services. This podcast talks about some of the most common ones and what the truth is.

Oct 2, 2024

13 min

Join us for a special episode of U and I as we discuss neurodiversity and mental health during Autism Awareness Month. We explore the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals with guests Matilda and Quincy from the Neurodiversity and Anxiety-Related Distress Outreach Team. Tune in for insights on masking, stimming, emotional regulation, and rejection sensitivity, along with valuable campus resources for neurodivergent students.

Apr 24, 2024

29 min

It's Pride Weekend in C-U! In an effort to amplify LGBTQIA+ perspectives and strengthen allyship, we asked several Counseling Center paraprofessionals who identify as LGBTQIA+ to share misconceptions they've experienced around their identities.

Sep 29, 2023

15 min

There are many people who recognize that they have mental health issues but never seek help. This episode discusses some barriers that prevent help-seeking and solutions that may help folks feel more comfortable with the therapeutic process.

Jun 5, 2023

25 min

In this inaugural episode of U&I, our Counseling Center Paraprofessionals discuss the mental health challenges associated with being a college student. We explore various topics such as self-care practices and coping strategies, mental health stigmatization, cultural influences, and how to support our fellow students. Together, U&I will challenge these difficult stigmas and encourage students to care for their mental health.

Feb 24, 2023

15 min