Come See Olive!
Pet Therapy Now Available at Counseling Services!
Have You Met Olive Yet?
Olive was such a great hit at Flunk Day, that we have decided to allow students to schedule 15 minutes pet therapy appointments! She would love to meet you!
Olive is a certified pet therapy dog and is located in Counseling Services.
Scheduling Your Time with Olive!
To schedule your 15 minute pet therapy appointment with Olive, please contact Vicki Swedlund at Counseling Services by calling 309-341-7492, or sending an email to counseling@knox.edu.
Did You Know?
- Playing with a dog can elevate levels of serotonin and dopamine, which calm and relax
- Touch and movement are two healthy ways to quickly manage stress
- Stroking a dog also lowers blood pressure and can help you quickly feel calmer and less stressed
- Dogs are very present, which can help to increase mindfulness skills
Counseling Services
Making an appointment is easy! Calling is the fastest way to schedule an appointment, but you can also visit our office or send us an email!
Current Staff:
Janell McGruder – Director, Counselor
Megan Downs – Assistant Director, Counselor
Cody Maddock – Counselor
Claire Palmer – Intake Coordinator
Vicki Swedlund - Administrative Assistant
Email: counseling@knox.edu
Website: https://www.knox.edu/offices/health-and-counseling-center/counseling-services
Location: Furrow Hall, 175 West Knox St.
Phone: 309-341-7492
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/knoxcollegecounselingservices/