At The Center for Counseling & Consultation, care begins with connection. Since 1968, we have served Central Kansas with compassionate, professional mental health and substance use services rooted in dignity, access, and community.
Established by the local Mental Health Association in partnership with area county commissioners, The Center was created to ensure high-quality, community-based care would be available close to home. Organized under Kansas law as a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) and a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), we are governed by a locally representative board made up of citizens from each of our four participating counties, including consumer and family members—ensuring the voices of those we serve help guide our work.
Our team of licensed mental health professionals provides care to residents of Barton, Rice, Stafford, and Pawnee counties, offering a wide range of services that span prevention, treatment, crisis response, recovery, and community outreach. We believe effective care is not one-size-fits-all, which is why we meet people where they are—emotionally, culturally, and geographically.
More than a provider, we are neighbors, advocates, and partners. Every day, we remain committed to cultivating help, hope, and healing—strengthening individuals, families, and communities across Central Kansas.
Who We Are
Who We Serve
The Center for Counseling & Consultation serves people of all ages across Central Kansas. As both a Community Mental Health Center and a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), we provide open access to care—serving anyone who seeks services, regardless of insurance status, ability to pay, location, or level of need.
We meet individuals where they are and walk alongside them through mental health care, substance use treatment, crisis support, and recovery—working in partnership with families and community providers to strengthen well-being across Barton, Rice, Stafford, and Pawnee counties.
Our Locations
Our work goes beyond counseling rooms. With eight locations across the region, each site—whether client-facing or behind the scenes—plays an essential role in supporting care, community, and connection. Together, they help us cultivate help, hope, and healing across Central Kansas.
The Canopy
Intake and therapy. This is our primary service location and your first stop on your mental health journey with us.
Where care is sheltered.
5815 Broadway Ave.
Great Bend, KS 67530
The Heritage
Children and youth. You can find our children and youth teams in this location. Some groups take place here but this is not primarily a service location.
Where growth begins.
1225 Patton Rd.
Great Bend, KS 67530
The Path
Employment and adult groups. Our employment team is located in this location. You'll also find most of our adult groups in this building.
Moving forward together.
1823 Washington St.
Great Bend, KS 67530
The Grove
Community support services. Our community support services (CSS) teams are located here. This team takes the lead in our adult-centered services, however, this is not a service location.
Where connection grows.
5501 10th St.
Great Bend, KS 67530
The Oak
Administration and operations. Our admin, finance, HR, and training teams are located here. This building is not a service location.
Strong, steady support.
2015 16th St.
Great Bend, KS 67530
The Branch Lyons
Service location. This building is a service location, but services are offered by appointment only.
Extending care into the community.
217 E Ave. N.
Lyons, KS 67554
The Branch Larned
Service location. This building is a service location, but services are offered by appointment only.
Extending care into the community.
606 Topeka Ave.
Suite 101
Larned, KS 67550
The Branch Stafford
Service location. This building is a service location, but services are offered by appointment only.
Extending care into the community.
602 South Buckeye
Stafford, KS 67578
Meet Our Leadership Team
Our leadership team brings together experience, compassion, and a shared commitment to cultivating help, hope, and healing. They guide our organization with integrity and purpose, ensuring our services remain accessible, responsive, and rooted in the needs of the communities we serve.
Guided by Community. Accountable to You.
Our Board of Directors is appointed by the County Commissions of Barton, Rice, Stafford, and Pawnee Counties, ensuring strong local representation across the communities we serve. Each member represents their county and holds one equal vote on all matters before the Board. Together, they provide oversight, direction, and stewardship to help us continue cultivating help, hope, and healing throughout Central Kansas.
Executive Committee Members
Barton County Board Representation
Jennifer Shartz
Barton County | Chairperson of the Board
Kathy McGinnis
Barton County | Secretary of the Board
Gracie McNickle
Stafford County | Vice Chairperson of the Board
Tammy Sturn
Barton County | Member at Large
James Kellie
Pawnee County | Treasurer of the Board
Gary Davis
Crystal Trout
Pawnee County Board Representation
Talia Smith
Cheryl Hobrecht
Rice County Board Representation
Vicki Cavit
Jennifer Froese, PsyD
Terry Pound
Stafford County Board Representation
Carrie Hildebrand
Todd Taylor