Stress Management

Our staff will help you explore stress management strategies and relaxation techniques that meet your individual needs. The goal is to help students maintain comfortable and productive levels of daily stress.

Individual Appointments

Stress Management appointments may address concerns such as general stress management, time management, self-esteem, and assertiveness. Appointments are kept confidential, informal, and generally last about an hour. Call 217-333-2700 to schedule an appointment in the Health Education Unit. 

Online Relaxation Exercises

Finding time to relax can feel limited. Try out one of our online relaxation exercises and feel free to download them for ease and convenience. Remember, relaxation exercises should be performed/practiced when you are NOT operating a vehicle or other machinery.

Sleep Pack

Sleep Packs are available in the "in person" McKinley Self-Care Stations and include a variety of items and resources to help improve your sleep routine. Such items include an eye mask, ear plugs, lavender wipes, tea etc. A replenish sleep pack is available once per year for when you run out of supplies.

Light Therapy

Light therapy provides the benefits of natural daylight indoors. Light therapy can be especially helpful during winter months when Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and the winter blues set in. Call (217-333-2700) to schedule an appointment in Health Education to discuss checking out a light box.