Rebecka “Bex” Bonney
Rebecka “Bex” Bonney is an MSW intern in her final year at Jane Addams College of Social Work. This year, she will be serving as CADA’s Wellness Specialist. She is passionate about supporting students in their transition through college, recognizing that these years are full of both challenges and opportunities for growth. In her role as a Wellness Specialist, Bex provides solution-focused counseling, case management, workshops, and risk assessments, as well as referrals for additional support.
Bex earned her BS in Clinical Psychology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and has professional experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in inpatient, residential, and community mental health settings. She intends to pursue a license as a clinical social worker. She is dedicated to providing students with accessible, compassionate care. Outside of school and work, Bex enjoys spending time with her pets, exploring new food places, and finding new creative outlets.
Bex will be in the office (Jefferson Hall, Rm 208) and available by appointment Mondays and Wednesdays from 9am-5pm, and Fridays from 8am-12pm. To schedule a free and confidential appointment, scan the QR or email her at CADAwellness@uic.edu.
CADA Wellness Specialist supports students with:
- Short term, solution-focused counseling
- Help with various kinds of challenges – as students or in general
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- Life transitions & uncertainty
- Relationships
- Academic stress
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Time management
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- Help getting connected with on- or off-campus resources (which may include other mental health resources, housing or food insecurity, etc.)
- In general, students might come to seek help navigating any challenges outside of the purview of academic advising and classroom management