How do i ask for help?

“But the truth about asking for help is that no problem is too big or too small.
Asking for help many be scary, but it’s also one of the bravest things you can do.”

-Trevor Project

How to tell your parents
you want to see a counselor/Therapist

“…if you’re reading this, you are wondering how to tell your parents you want to see counselor and are nervous about how your parent(s) will respond.”

How to find a Counselor/therapist
that is just right for you!

Finding a good therapist or counselor can be difficult and you may not find the perfect one on the first try. You deserve a therapist that will work for you. Click here for some helpful tips and see local resources below.

Local Resources

Tri-County Mental Health Services

Phone Number: 816-468-0400

ReDiscover Mental Health Services

Phone Number: 816-966-0900

Mental Health America of the Heartland

Phone Number: 913-281-2221

National Resources

Crisis intervention/
Suicide Prevention for lgbtq youth

Phone Number: 866-488-7386

Phone Number: 800-273-8255

Mental Health
First Aid

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Special thanks to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for their help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

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Are you the parent of a teen?
Dr. Shayla Sullivan of Children's Mercy Kansas City is offering free online presentations about parenting in the teen years! Her Prepped and Ready presentations can address problems before they become too big and together, we can all take steps to prevent tragedies from happening within our own homes.

These presentations provide a brief overview on the following topics, with an emphasis on suicide prevention:
Eating disorder prevention
- Home safety (including storage of firearms, medications, etc.)
- Screen time
- Self-care
- Substance use (including vaping)
- Suicide prevention

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Did you know there is a separate lifeline number for veterans and service members? 1-800-273-8255 will direct you to a 24/7 hour call center with a crisis communication team. These folks are here to help you and your loved ones during a crisis.

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Acceptance is a huge prevention piece for suicide and depression- especially with our at risk populations such as our LGBTQ+ youth.

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Stress and anxiety are both feelings our brains and bodies go through, at some point in time, within all of our lives. We cannot simply avoid all stressful and anxiety inducing events, but we can manage and control the way we think and act within these uncertain situations.

Working through our thoughts and controlling how we react, can help improve our overall mental health in any anxious or stressful time.

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How do i ask for help?

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline