KHSU-KansasCOM understands the intense environment and extra stress that medical students experience. Because it is important for students to be emotionally healthy, students are encouraged to utilize the counseling services that are available to them on-campus and in the community.
On-Campus Counseling
KHSU-KansasCOM has a multi-dimensional counseling support network for all KHSU-KansasCOM students. Firstly, KHSU-KansasCOM has a licensed counselor on-campus. Students may make appointments in confidence by contacting the counselor directly via phone or email. Students can reach KHSU-KansasCOM Counseling Services in room 430. You can also book an appointement via this link. (Updated link coming soon!)
Counseling Services provides immediate support for students on campus through psychotherapy, proactive support programs to assist with the extra stresses associated with medical school and graduate study, and provide additional information and support through the KHSU-KansasCOM orientation process. Counseling Services can also assist students who are dealing with any kind of substance abuse or addiction issue.
All counseling referrals and sessions are confidential and are not recorded in the student’s educational records.
ComPsych
KHSU-KansasCOM provides students with 24/7 access to ComPsych, a free and confidential counseling service available to students and their families. ComPsych is a nation-wide network in all 50 states. For students wishing to be seen by a counselor, psychologist, or psychiatrist off-campus, ComPsych is available at https://www.guidanceresources.com/. The code for students to get set up is TCSPP. ComPsych is also an excellent option for students who are on clinical rotations away from campus and in other states.
Student Situation Contacts
In the event of one of the student situations identified below, please also contact the University staff members or services listed on this sheet for support and assistance:
Additional Resources
The following are resources available to students outside of what is provided by the Kansas Health Science University free of charge. Services at these locations may be free or may be eligible for charge to insurance. Be sure to ask about potential charges.
Outpatient Mental Health Services
- The Next Chapter, 300 N Doulas Ste. 205, (316) 267-1601 (Trauma, substance use, LGBTQ, abuse)
- Real Life Counseling, Orpheum Building at 200 N Broadway 5th Floor, (316) 425-7774 (Couples Therapy, DBT, EMDR, Play Therapy, Psychological Testing)
- Goldfinch Therapy and Wellness, Andrea Kasper-Doggett, LSCSW, 100 S Market Street 2A, (316) 361-0662 (Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Therapy Dog)
- Choosing Wholeness, 9415 E Harry Street #308 (316) 512-1881 or (316) 749-8228 (LGBTQIA+, Transition-Related Care, Teletherapty, Traditional Therapy)
- COMCARE of Sedgwick County, various locations (316) 660-7540 (Medication evaluation, therapy, case management community services)
Medication Management
- Prairie View, (316) 284-6400 (Medication evaluation and management, therapy)
- Affiliated Family Counselors, (316) 636-2888 (Medication evaluation and management, therapy)
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
- Kansas Substance Use Disorder Treatment Referral Line (866) 645-8216
- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Wichita Central Office (316) 684-3661 or http://www.aawichita.org
- Holland Pathways Drug and Alcohol Rehab, (316) 260-1435 or www.hollandpathways.com
- ComCare Addiction Treatment (316) 660-7550 or https://www.sedgwickcounty.org/comcare/ addiction-treatment-services/
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services, SAMHSA: www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment
Crisis Resources
- Dial 988 - Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
- 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- Veterans Crisis Line
- The Trevor Project Lifeline (LGBTQ) (866) 488-7386
- Crisis Intervention Services (316) 660-7500, 635 N Main, Wichita KS