Therapy and Resources for Those Impacted by Gun Violence
In an effort to support our community, we've compiled a list of therapy resources for anyone impacted by the shootings that occurred during the Chiefs Super Bowl Victory parade. Whether or not you were present at the event you may experience symptoms of trauma. Walk-in services are available at our Olathe and Shawnee locations, known as Open Access, Monday through Friday beginning at 9 a.m.
A mental health crisis is any situation in which a person’s feelings or behaviors put them at risk of hurting themselves or others or preventing them from being able to care for themselves.
Some signs to look out for include:
- Feeling sad, withdrawn or unmotivated for more than two weeks
- Making plans of trying to harm or kill oneself
- Inability to perform daily tasks
- Drastic changes in personality, mood and/or behavior
- Rapid mood swings, increased energy level, inability to stay still, pacing
- Suddenly depressed or withdrawn, or suddenly happy or calm after a period of depression
- Withdrawal from friends, family and normal activities
- Increased agitation, violent or out-of-control behavior
- Increased substance use
- Sense of utter hopelessness and helplessness
Crisis Lines
- Johnson County Mental Health Center 24/7 Crisis Line: 913-268-0156
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
- Crisis Text Line: Text Share to 741-741
- heyQ, a peer to peer support line for Kansas kids 18 and under: 785-865-2600 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday 4 - 7 p.m.)
Therapy
- Resolve Counseling & Wellness | 1 free session
- Healing Roots Wellness Center | 1 free session with Pilar Yoho
- KVC's Camber Children's Mental Health | 1 free virtual therapy session for children ages 6-18
- Wasson Psychological Associates | 2 free sessions
- Great Oaks Therapy | 3 free sessions
- The Collective | 3 free sessions
- Kansas City Trauma Network*
- Child Protection Center is supporting children ages 3-18*
- The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office will hold a free counseling session on Wednesday, Feb. 28 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Ennovation Center in Independence, MO.
*Some resources listed may not specify the exact number of free therapy sessions offered. In these cases, we encourage you to contact the organization directly to inquire about their availability and details.
Group Therapy
- Guadalupe Centers free open access event for families to learn how to process and navigate conversations with children.
- Wyandot Center is offering community debriefing opportunities for children, adults and families on a walk-in basis.
- Wednesday, Feb. 28: Guadalupe Centers is offering their third free open access event for families to learn how to process and navigate conversations with children.