MidAmerica Nazarene University Community Counseling and Play Therapy Center
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MidAmerica Nazarene University Community Counseling and Play Therapy Center
MidAmerica Nazarene University offers counseling services for not only the entire MNU community but also the larger Kansas City community.
Services Offered
Professional counseling can be beneficial in working through some of life's most challenging moments such as: Personal Growth
Many times in our lives we stop and ask, "why am I still stuck in the same place I've always been?" At times, there are many barriers in life that prevent us from moving forward with our goals or dreams. Just because you may be considering counseling doesn't mean you have a clinical condition. The main focus of therapy is to help you identify, learn, and strengthen skills you may or may not already have.
Emotional Distress
Each of us, at one time or another will experience emotional pain. Sometimes the sadness doesn't go away and we begin to realize that it is impacting not only ourselves, but our work, relationships, and overall life satisfaction. If you are someone who finds that you worry persistently, experiences sadness that doesn't go away, or has just gone through a life transition, professional counseling can help with gaining understanding of the symptoms, working collaboratively to uncover underlying causes, and assist you in regaining emotional well-being.
Relationship Issues
In life we exist in relationship to others. Many of us know the stress that can be created by a spouse, sibling, children, or co-workers. Counseling can help with understanding the causes of our relationship difficulties. The main focus is to help improve your ability to interact and relate with those around you. Your counselor may at times talk with you about including family as a part of your treatment to assist with the healing process.
Coping Mechanisms
Life doesn't come with a handbook and a preset response to what happens throughout. Given this information, we can't always be expected to have the necessary skills to manage all that life throws at us. In some instances we do the best we can and realize it just isn't cutting it or even makes things worse. Some examples of this are poor or ineffective communication, anger or impulse control, or a lack of assertiveness. You and your counselor can work together to identify strength and growth areas and work together to implement new skills to assist you in managing life in a healthier manner.
Loss
Life brings many unforeseen circumstances that we may or may not be prepared for. Experiencing a loss can be a very difficult time in your life. If you have experienced a loss and would like to talk with a counselor, it can help with addressing needs and gaining a greater ability to cope with your loss.
Trauma, Violence or Abuse
This area is an unfortunate part of the world we live in and something many live life trying to deal with. If you have been a victim of abuse or violence or experienced a traumatic event, you may have been left with feelings of anger, guilt, shame, helplessness, or relationship problems. The main focus on counseling is to develop a safe environment where you and your counselor can work through the sensitive issues you bring to the session. The counselor will work with you to address how you can move forward and gain greater control over your life.
Fees and Payment
These services are free to all Professional and Graduate MNU students. Olathe, Johnson County and Kansas City community members are charged for services on an income-based sliding scale.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.
