Mental Health Therapy in Grand Island

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Krisha Uden

Grand Island, Nebraska - Counselor
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Welcome! My name is Krisha and I have been a mental health therapist in Nebraska for 26+ years and on the BetterHelp platform for the past 5 years. I am a Christian Counselor and hold licenses in Nebraska and Iowa. I have been blessed to be a servant of God as I work with clients to help them navigate His will and find purpose in life. I have been honored and love to hear the stories of all people! I listen with empathy and try to understand the circumstances, issues and concerns that a person brings to the process. In an effort to offer hope, I encourage an assessment of strengths in how people cope in their lives and make decisions. I work alongside people to define a treatment plan and goals that they are motivated to work towards. I strive to offer comfort and encouragement in the journey. I have had the opportunity to work with clientele dealing with all sorts of emotions, circumstances, tragedies, and relationship problems over the years. Some of these are consequences brought on by their own actions and others are dealing with what has happened to them. Assisting people to gain insight in the midst of their circumstances and develop a perspective that offers hope, meaning and purpose gives me great satisfaction! I have offered counseling in private practice and I have done so at least part time for the entirety of my career. I have also worked at a mental health center, led groups for domestic violence perpetrators and victims and grief for military families dealing with loss, led parenting training and have been involved in other roles that have given me experience in the field. I am a member of the professional organization, (AACC) American Association of Christian Counselors and receive the latest techniques and trainings offered with a Christian perspective. I have held a mental health license in Nebraska since 1999. Due to the pandemic, leadership and mental health boards wrote executive orders allowing waivers for practitioners to provide therapeutic interventions in states that they did not hold an active license. This was in an effort to ensure that citizens in the respective states were able to access telehealth services in a timely manner. Most providers were able to include online services to their offerings, and most of these waivers issued by Governors have since expired and not been extended. I did contact Iowa's state licensing board, and put in an application. I was granted a license in Iowa starting in February of 2021 and continued through September of 2022. I currently hold active licenses in Nebraska and Iowa, allowing full privileges to provide counseling services to clients both in person and via telehealth services. I was career and ministry oriented for years prior to marrying my husband, a farmer/rancher, of 17 years. Together, we have been blessed with five beautiful children, ages ranging from the oldest 16 to the youngest age 8. Finding balance between work and home has at times been a challenge, but I remain committed to use my skills to be a helper in any format that I can and with the time I have to offer. I was diagnosed in December of 2022 with early onstage breast cancer. I have been blessed by the active treatment that I have received and am considered a survivor with a very optimistic prognosis. I share this as I believe that there is purpose in the challenges of our lives and it can often give us credibility and help us to offer deeper compassion as we listen to those who are entrusted with our care. I am an active member of Christ Lutheran Church and serve in a variety of roles at church. I enjoy all sorts of crafts, adventures, sports, hobbies and activities as time permits. It takes courage to consider making changes as sometimes we just get comfortable and accept where we are as normal. Sometimes the pain of staying the same becomes much more heavy than the actual cost of making a change. I applaud you for taking that step to seeking your best life. I would love to come alongside you to hear your story, support and empower you to do what you need to meet those goals. God Bless you as you make this investment into your future! But only with God are perfect wisdom and might; He alone has true counsel and understanding. Job 12:13

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Free Mental Health Resources in Nebraska

Mental Health America Nebraska is a peer-operated nonprofit organization providing alternative services to those leaving a state correctional facility and have challenges with addiction or mental health conditions. Programs a group living home, finding a job, and a peer specialist who helps and advocates for you as you move back into the community.
The Youth Mobile Crisis Response (YMCR) provides 24/7 free resources to families and youth experiencing a crisis. Trained operators assess immediate needs and connect you to emergency resources in the community, virtually, or at home as needed. They seek to keep children at home when possible and provide 24-hour follow-up contact.
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The Nebraska Family Helpline is a free resource that addresses behavioral health crises in youth and families. They provide a single point of contact 24/7 with trained operators who can identify needs and make the appropriate referrals. They offer resources for child behavioral and mental health issues and professionals.
Women's Fund of Omaha advocates for women in the community who have experienced violence, including domestic violence, sexual violence, and sex trafficking. They work with lawmakers to strengthen protection for survivors and provide resource tool kits and community response teams committed to improving how agencies respond to crime.
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Domestic Violence
Nebraska Coalition to end Sexual and Domestic Violence is a statewide organization advocating for women by dismantling systems that perpetuate violence, including human trafficking. They have a network of survivor support organizations and provide resources that help individuals learn how to respond to and prevent stalking, and teen dating, domestic and sexual violence.
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The League of Human Dignity advocates for the rights of people with disabilities in five underserved counties in Southeast Nebraska. They operate centers for independent living and partner with community organizations to provide crucial services to this population, including advocacy, peer support, training, and help transitioning to adulthood.
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The Salvation Army of Omaha provides resources in the Omaha Metro area to combat addiction, service at-risk youth, housing, and support individuals with mental health conditions, including treatment and support services. The goal is to meet your greatest need and equip you with the necessary tools and resources.
Catholic Charities of Omaha works with volunteers, donors, and public and private organizations to provide food, safety, and support to the community. This includes areas of mental health, domestic violence, and a senior program that connects seniors with an extended family. The microbusiness program provides tools for every stage of the business cycle.
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Capstone Behavioral Health of Nebraska has offices in Omaha and Fremont. They are a fully accredited mental health facility providing outpatient and community services with licensed and provisionally licensed mental health practitioners. Free and highly discounted services apply to addiction evaluations and treatment.
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Substance Abuse
Can Unity Alliance provide comprehensive and integrated services addressing your mental, physical, and social health. Those facing mental and addiction challenges can access a customized program including residential or day rehab, community support, and Assertive Community Treatment helping you manage symptoms outside a hospital setting.
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Aging and Disability Resource Center program is for those 60 years and older and people with disabilities of all ages. They provide information and referral, counseling for people who need long-term care or help with a time limited concern, benefits assistance and training that helps their clients use public transportation services.
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Seniors Disability
The Aging Office of Western Nebraska is part of the Aging and Disability Resource Center, providing meals at home for seniors aged 60 and over or people with disabilities. In person or virtual counseling is also provided to help make informed choices about services or living situations.
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Adult Protective Services is part of the Department of Health and Human Resources, meeting the needs of vulnerable adults and offering information, advocacy, and support for at risk adults. They provide links to state laws and regulations and information about signs of abuse and what to expect when reporting adult abuse.
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Seniors Disability
Nebraska Mental Health is a nonprofit organization that provides a centralized location to access information about basic mental health care, find a local therapist, common definitions of mental health treatment and links to resources that address many of your basic needs.
NAMI Nebraska addresses mental health issues with peer led groups for individuals and families. They offer links to local resources about mental illness and recovery and community education with volunteers who provide skills training and support. Homefront addresses the needs of families and friends of veterans with mental health needs.
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