We asked. You delivered.
In DEAR EVAN HANSEN we see how heavy a secret can feel and how loud the silence becomes when you're struggling.
But you don't have to build a "secret map" to find your way back. Whether you need a place to rest, a professional to talk to, or a community that finally "sees" you, help is closer than a screen.
We asked our community on social media for area resources people might find helpful. Our community stepped up to the question and hit the ball out of the park.
You aren't just a face in a crowd or post on a feed. You are here. You are known.
Community Resources
The Counseling Corner
on 21st Street
5838 W. 21st St. N., Suite 100
A team of 7 licensed mental health therapists in Wichita, Kansas, dedicated to helping kids, teens, adults, and families.
The Center of Wichita
800 N. Market St.
316.285.0007
The Center of Wichita is a place to call home for Wichita’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Allied community and a safe space for youth.
Glisten Kansas
GLSEN Kansas is a local chapter of a national nonprofit that works to create safe schools for all!
Level: Wellness • Mind
345 S. Riverview St. #730
316.202.2110
Level: Wellness • Mind provides quality strengths-based therapy from a level perspective for children and adults struggling with anxiety.
Real Life Counseling
200 N. Broadway St., 5th Floor
316.425.7774
Real Life Counseling boasts a gifted team of therapists and counselors providing mental health services.
Wichita Children’s Home
7271 E. 37th St. N.
316.684.6581
Wichita Children’s Home serves children and youth from birth-age 24 who have experienced abuse, neglect, human trafficking, grief, and homelessness.
United Way of the Plains
245 N. Water St.
316.267.1321
We fight for the education, income, and health of every person in South Central Kansas. Need help locating resources? Call 2-1-1.
Stand In Pride
National Organization
To help any member of the LGBTQ+ community who has lost the love and support of family. We will help them get connected with a loving heart that will be their Stand in Family.
ICT Therapy Works
8100 E. 22nd St. N.
Building 2100, Suite 1
316.260.6889
Helping individuals, couples, and families create healthy relationships.
Air Capital Counseling
& Assessment, LLC
2420 N. Woodlawn Blvd., Bldg. 300
316.347.7157
Air Capital Counseling & Assessment offers a variety of services, including work with LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Wichita Family Crisis Center
7824 E. 32nd St. N.
316.263.7501
WFCC provides comprehensive services for victims of domestic violence and sexual exploitation.
The Village Support Network
240 N. Rock Rd. #303
316.394.0040
The Village Network is an experienced, multi-discipline behavioral health nonprofit helping youth and families become resilient, healthy, and build brighter futures.
Children’s Advocacy Center
of Sedgwick County
1211 S. Emporia Ave.
316.660.9494
Promote the safety, health, and emotional wellbeing of abused children and their caregivers by bringing together public, private, and community partners.
Safe Streets Wichita
1200 E. Waterman St.
316.358.7531
Advances public health prevention by expanding access to naloxone, emergency contraception, linkages to care, substance misuse prevention, and more.
Equality El Dorado
114 N. Main St., El Dorado
316.244.4616
This organization was created because everyone deserves a space where they feel safe, seen, and mattered no matter where they live.
Andover Family Counseling
550 N. 159th St. E., Suite 100
316.247.3063
Be yourself. Embrace diversity. Andover Family Counseling is an LGBTQIA+ affirming practice. We are an anti-racist practice. All are welcome.
Camp Sunflower
5620 E. 21st St. N.
316.350.7434
A nonprofit in Wichita dedicated to providing transformative camp experiences and authentic community for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and their families.
Comcare Community
Crisis Center
635 N. Main
316.660.7500 (24-hour crisis line)
The Community Crisis Center is your 24-hour resource for mental health assistance and suicide prevention.
Four Branches Therapy & Wellness, LLC
11828 W. Central Ave. #104
316.613.3995
Four Branches Therapy & Wellness, LLC provides EMDR & CBT therapy in Wichita.
American Red Cross
707 N. Main
316.291.4000
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds, and provides comfort after disasters; supplies 40% of the nation’s blood; and more.
Goodwill Industries of Kansas
3351 N. Webb Rd.
316.744.9291
Goodwill’s singular driving purpose is to harness the potential within every individual and provide pathways to meaningful employment and personal growth.