Mental Health and Wellness

We care about you and offer services to support your mind and overall well-being. If you are a student going through a tough time, we’re here to help.

Practice Self-Care

Support your own mental health and well-being through self-led resources.

Mental Health Resources

Check out information about mental health and wellness on Canvas. Our Canvas site is integrated into your current courses; log in to your Canvas dashboard, select your current course, and navigate to Modules.

Free Headspace App

Headspace offers guided meditation, sleep, focus, and movement exercises through specially curated audio recordings and videos. It provides short exercises and techniques to help reduce stress, improve focus, enhance sleep quality, boost motivation, and strengthen the body and the mind. Get started with Headspace.

Cosmo’s Care Center

Take a moment to visit our private room. Located in the Academic Building in room 339, it is a great place to take a break if you feel overwhelmed or need a quiet spot to take a deep breath. It is located on the East Peoria campus.  

Meet Our Team

Our team is here to support your mental health and well-being—because you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone.

• Brooke Malik, Director of Counseling Services

  

  Hi everyone, I’m Brooke, the Director of Counseling Services!

  I enjoy working directly with students, overseeing the peer support program, and planning events and outreach programs. You can find me around campus at various events! I love the many opportunities ICC offers to students of all backgrounds.

  I graduated from Bradley University with my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2020. Since then, I have worked in a youth residential facility, in a private practice setting, and now at ICC.

  My counseling approach is rooted in the belief that we can all grow and improve and that each person has their own internal resources – they just might not be able to see them right now! I utilize solution-focused, person-centered, and cognitive behavioral techniques in sessions. I also think laughter is super important in counseling!

  In my spare time, I enjoy going for walks, listening to audiobooks, hanging out with my two cats, and spending time with friends and family. I also teach fitness classes at a local studio!
• Olivia Massey, Counselor

  Hello everyone, my name is Olivia! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and have been working full-time at ICC in the Counseling Services department for 3 years now. I earned my master’s degree at Bradley University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2023 and during my final year in the program, I served as the Counseling Intern here at ICC. I primarily see students for individual counseling and help teach the ICC 111: Career Choice course. 

  As a counselor, I engage with multiple types of techniques to fit a student’s needs that may range from managing symptoms of anxiety to handling a recent life change that is causing distress. I work diligently to create a warm, comfortable space for a person to feel understood, heard, and seen. I believe that every individual deserves to have an environment that promotes reflection, growth, and change. All experiences are welcome and I would be honored to support you on your journey! 

  In my personal life, I love to read, play video games, and go to the movies. I have three cats who mean the world to me! 

   
• Katelyn Murphy, Outreach Counselor

  

  Hi everyone! I’m Katelyn, the Outreach Counselor for the counseling department here at ICC.

  I’m responsible for organizing and planning programming events to support student well-being in mental and physical health. I also provide individual counseling sessions to help students navigate their academic and personal challenges.

  I graduated with my Master’s in Social Work from St. Ambrose University in 2023, and my background includes valuable experience working in both the hospital setting and, in a community, mental health clinic. These diverse experiences have equipped me with a broad perspective on student needs and how to support in different ways.

  I’ve used various therapy approaches in my previous work experience, but my favorite is person-centered. This means I focus on what matters most to you and work together to help you reach your goals. I believe you have the insight and potential to guide your own path, and my role is to support and guide you in discovering your strengths and finding solutions that work for you. Whether you’re navigating academic stress, personal challenges, or anything in between, I’m here to listen and help you make meaningful progress in a way that feels right for you.

  Outside of my role at ICC, I love spending time outdoors. You’ll often find me gardening, disc golfing, or simply enjoying nature with my dogs by my side. I find that these activities help me stay grounded and refreshed.

  I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you during your time at ICC. If you need anything or just want to chat, don’t hesitate to stop by—I’m here to help and excited to be part of your journey!
• Blake Muehlich, Counselor

  Hello, I’m so glad you are interested in seeing a counselor here at ICC. My name is Blake Muehlich, and I’ve been working in the mental health field for a little over 8 years now. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois, received my Bachelor’s in Psychology from Bradley University, and a Master’s in Counseling at Dallas Theological Seminary.

  I feel particularly adept at helping people who suffer from ADHD, trauma, attachment difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. However, students come to see me for all sorts of issues so if yours isn’t listed that’s okay. I’m a believer in the idea that anyone can benefit from counseling, so please take advantage of the opportunity while its free and come see one of us!

  In my free time I enjoy being creative (fiction, poetry, music), spending quality time with friends, video games, and whatever ADHD hyper-fixation I have going on at the time. I am lucky enough to be someone who can genuinely say I love my job and am always learning how to be a better therapist. Hopefully we get the chance to meet each other

   
• Cassie Hulett-Graham, Counseling Intern

  My name is Cassie Graham, and I am a counseling intern here at ICC, one of the counselors you can sign-up with here at ICC. I am currently earning my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from The University of Kentucky. I am a mom of two awesome dudes and three fur-kids, and until recently, I was a high school English teacher, so I know how much today’s parents AND students juggle and how stressful that can be. We can all need a little help handling the demands sometimes. As a counselor, I prefer to use many different modes, but most of all, I believe in the relationship between therapist and client and creating a non-judgmental and supportive space for clients to work through what’s challenging them to find contentment in their relationships with themselves and others. 

  Outside of “work,” I love being outside, gardening, reading, and hanging with family and friends. Look forward to meeting you!