Mental Health Therapy in Abilene

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Victoria Hoyt

Abilene, Kansas - Marriage And Family Therapist
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I still love what I do after 22 years. I have extensive experience in Christian Counseling, Blended Families, Couples, Addiction, PTSD, Trauma, Sex-Offenders, and Obsessive-Compulsive behaviors. I have worked with a variety of clients ranging from ages 7 to 89. I have worked with juveniles in a residential facility, military families on an army base, couples, and individuals through mental health and addiction facility plus my church. I am independently licensed in 3 different states as a Marriage and Family Therapist and independently licensed in 2 states as an Addiction Counselor. I believe everyone has a "gift," something that they are called to do and Counseling is mine. I care about my clients and have the innate ability to "zone" in what is going on with them. I use Emotional Focus Therapy, Strength-Based, Trauma-Informed, Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but it really depends on the clients I am seeing. Personally, I am a wife who has been married for 42 years with 8 children and 24 grandchildren. I work full time at a mental health facility, but I have some mornings and evenings available for my Better Help clients. My goal is to help my clients reach their goals. I find joy and satisfaction when I see them achieve what they are searching for. I offer a safe environment, honesty, understanding, and respect. I admire anyone who wants to make a change and is willing to reach out and ask for help. I am here for you if you are that person.

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Dr. Charles Tullis, Jr.

Abilene, Kansas - Marriage And Family Therapist
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I love counseling individuals, couples, and families from all social classes and standings. I am respective of all people and social classes. I embrace respect for multi-cultural counseling. My experience includes service to civilian and military populations for thirty-six years as a military service member and as a federal employee. I am well experienced and prepared to address the concerns associated with the demands of the military and civilian lifestyles. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying comprehensive therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you're looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or you are just ready to move in a new direction. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. I accept a client’s immediate family relationships and larger social context as being important resources in solving life’s problems. Goals for therapy are always established through collaboration with the client. The overall objective for therapy is always the successful resolution of the problems that are deemed the most important through that collaborative process. I practice an integrated approach. I believe that our initial assessment should indicate to us what would appear to be most likely to help the client achieve individual goals. I practice responsible selection of appropriate theory, model, and interventions. I work from a people-oriented approach, which means that I assist couples and families in organizing their relationships so that resources can be brought to bear on the problems being presented. Techniques that I often employ are instruction and modeling of communication skills, interactive processes, family role-playing, and family sculpting, and between-session interactive assignments. Additionally, homework is a vital part of the therapeutic process. The completion of homework is necessary if the client is to get the most from the therapeutic experience. My training includes family systems theory and models such as Bowenian Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Object Relations Therapy. I also use Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Reality Therapy and Multi-Model Therapy. I employ Client-centered approaches such as Rogerian and Psychoanalytic type theories and models just to name a few. Rest assured that I believed that you are of great value and it is my intent to help you raise that awareness to a meaningful understanding resulting in increased self-worth! I hold License # 880 as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with the LPC Board of Examiners, 8631 Summa Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, and 225-765-2515. I also hold License # LPC005547 as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the The Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists, 237 Coliseum Drive, Macon, GA 31217. I have a Master of Divinity from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary; A Master of Arts in Counseling from Liberty University in Lynchburg Virginia; A Master of Science in Community Counseling with a concentration in Marriage and Family Counseling from Columbus State University in Columbus Georgia; a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Luther Rice Seminary in Lithonia Georgia (Atlanta Georgia); and a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC) with The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). I am a clinical fellow with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). I am also a graduate of the United States Army Chaplain Family Life Counseling Program.

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Free Mental Health Resources in Kansas

NAMI Kansas is a coalition of individuals, families, and community stakeholders that have come together to support residents living with a mental health struggle. They offer services for children, teens, and adults. You'll will have access to support groups, advocacy, community resources, and other services to help address your mental health needs.
HeyHQ is a free and confidential support line for teens and adults. They can support you in the event of a crisis and provide additional services too. They specialize in working with children under the age of 18 who are struggling with suicidal ideation or experiencing a mental health episode. Counseling, advocacy, and referrals to community organizations are available here.
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Our Spot KC is based out of Kansas City. This is a community hub that serves marginalized groups, including BIPOC individuals, members of the LGBTQ community, students, and adults. They provide culturally competent and sensitive care for the life struggles you're facing. Services include social support and access to rapid rehousing.
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Coterie Theater Project Pride is an program that supports members of the LGBTQ community and straight allies through organized theater performances. These performances are aimed at teens aged 13 to 18. They can also connect you to a number of LGBTQ-friendly resources in the community.
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The KCSL’s Parent Helpline is a toll free number where you can call to speak with experienced staff and volunteer members. This hotline can provides parents with resources and services to support your child. Children can also call in for help and guidance. Their offices are located in 16 localities throughout the state, allowing you to come in and speak with someone directly as well.
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COMCARE Community Crisis Center is a 24-hour crisis stabilization unit. They also have a crisis hotline you can call and a mobile crisis team can deploy to meet you where you're at. They assist with various behavioral health struggles including substance abuse disorders and instances of domestic violence.
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The Metro Council of Community Behavioral Health Centers provides mental health services like counseling and access to recovery resources. Visiting them online provides you with links to various specialized hotlines that are available 24/7. They work with individuals of all ages, regardless of your ability to pay.
The Central Kansas Mental Health Center is a program that provides free mental health screenings for residents in the state. They’ll also connect you with mental health services, including counseling, peer support services, and access to a social worker.
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Mental Health America of South Kansas works with students, teens, adults, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. They provide access to free resource groups if you are struggling with your mental health. Counseling for substance abuse struggles and access to housing services are other ways you’ll be supported.
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Four County Mental Health works with individuals of all backgrounds and ages throughout Kansas. They have multiple walk in, same day care clinics throughout the state where you'll receive therapy and mental health counseling. They will support you regardless of your ability to pay, though they do offer sliding scale discounts. They have over 40 programs to meet your unique needs.
The Battle Within is a nonprofit organization that helps veterans receive supportive care for their behavioral health struggles. This organization can cover the cost of six therapy sessions and coordinate with providers in your community to help you continue receiving support.
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Funded in part by the Johnson County government, the Johnson County Mental Health Center offers low cost mental health services including counseling for a mental health struggle or substance abuse disorder. There are also specialized programs for children and families along with emergency services. Sliding scale discounts are available.
The Kansas Office of Veterans Affairs supports veterans and their loved ones, including those with an intellectual or developmental disability. This organization can help you file a claim and utilize your VA benefits. You’ll work with a veterans service representative free of charge. Social work services are also available here.
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The Kansas Department of Mental Health can connect you to different mental health resources in the state. You'll find specialized programs for men, women, children, teens, and others. They also have a crisis line and can connect you to social services like the WIC program.
Kansas Medical Society Resources offers a free online collection of mental health resources that you can turn to. They also have a 24 hour helpline where you can speak with a live staff member. Free meditation resources, crisis services, and over the phone counseling are also available.
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