COR LIFE
To provide counseling and educational programs through the use of HORSES to both individuals and groups.  Our organization specializes in addiction recovery and prevention with an emphasis on the impact of trauma, the neuroscience of human/horse brain development and the role relationship plays in the recovery and healing of individuals.  We empower the broken hearted with choices that will put them on the courageous path of rebuilding their lives and living and loving from a place of wholeheartedness.  It is our belief that we are all hardwired for connection, and it is only through presenting our authentic, imperfect selves to the world that we are able to come truly alive, genuinely connect and then go on to live from a place of purpose.
Eligibility:  High school age and higher; the client(s) will be seen as often as deemed appropriate.

ADDRESS: 673 Town Creek, Kerrville, TX 78028
HOURS:  Tuesday-Thursday by appointment; Weekend group educational programs or family counseling
PHONE: 281-731-3416
CONTACT: Malinda Simmons, malinda@CorLifemanship.com
WEBSITE: www.TheCoreLife.org 
FACEBOOK: Facebook@CorLifemanship.com


THE ECUMENICAL CENTER / THE CENTER FOR HEALING AND HOPE COUNSELING SERVICES
Providing professional outpatient mental and behavioral healthcare free of charge. The Center services include the choice of in-person or virtual sessions with a male or female counselor for both English and Spanish speakers. The Center does NOT provide a psychologist or psychiatrist and cannot prescribe medications.
Eligibility Criteria: All are welcome. Clients receive ongoing services as determined during first appointment with the counselor—usually weekly. The cost of each session is determined by financial documentation and family size on a sliding scale fee for those at or below the 200% Federal Poverty guidelines. Most insurances accepted, including Medicare.
 
ADDRESS: 800 Jefferson St, Kerrville, TX 78028
PHONE: 830-496-1143
CONTACT: Mary Beth Fisk, Chief Executive Officer, mbfisk@ecrh.org or DDailey@ecrh.org
WEBSITE: https://www.ecrh.org/

• Individual Counseling - One-on-one care for emotional, relational, and vocational stress, which might include depression, anxiety, grief, faith concerns and more.

• Play Therapy - Uses the therapeutic powers of play to help clients prevent or resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development.

• Grief Counseling - Life After Loss is a program of The Center is designed to help people better understand the process of grief and how to live through it in a way that is healing. It provides a place to share experiences and to support one other. Each six-week session is a combination of teaching, discussion, and learning activities. Led by trained facilitators with knowledge of bereavement and grief support, the sessions are open to those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, and there is no charge for the program. Sessions cover the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social implications of grief; the process of grief; memories and how to use them to heal; how to take care of yourself while you grieve; holidays and anniversary dates and planning for the future. We have professional counselors with expertise in every type of counseling, testing and therapeutic need. The descriptions below will outline and explain the range of capability you’ll find at The Center.

• Adolescent Counseling - Helps individuals deal with the often-complex concerns and problems faced by teenagers in today’s world.

• Adult Counseling - Helps individuals come to a deeper self-understanding and self-appreciation through exploration of a variety of mental health, professional, and life-style concerns. Individual counseling is one-on-one care for emotional, relational, and vocational stress, which might include depression, anxiety, grief, faith concerns and more.

• Child Counseling / Play Therapy - Includes play therapy which allows children to communicate their needs, express feelings and wishes, and to facilitate healing through age-appropriate activities designed specifically to help deal with emotional distress.

• Couple Counseling - Assists with communication, conflict management, marital expectations, parenting, and other relationship issues.

• Family Counseling - Usually involves several family members and helps with communication, problem-solving, conflict management, losses such as death and divorce, changes, and understanding of family dynamics.

• Group Counseling - Designed to meet the particular needs of people who share similar issues. Individual counseling is required prior to group counseling.

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GRIEF SHARE – GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUPS – KERRVILLE
To provide support to grieving individuals who have lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend during this confusing time when they feel isolated and have many questions about things they’ve never faced.  Grief Share groups meet weekly to help individuals face these challenges and move toward rebuilding their lives.  Each Grief Share group session has three distinct elements: (1) Video seminar with experts, (2) Support group discussion with focus, and (3) Personal study and reflection.  The following list of churches have had Grief Share groups.  Please call for information on groups currently meeting or groups planning future meetings.
 
Trinity Baptist Church at 800 Jackson Road - 830-895-0100
Impact Christian Fellowship at 2033 Goat Creek Road - 830-792-9844
First Baptist Church at 625 Washington- 830-257-5033
First United Methodist Church at 321 Thompson - 830-257-0800
Peterson Health - SEE FLYER BELOW FOR INFORMATION (Children & Adults)   


HILL COUNTRY MHDD – KERR MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC
To provide mental health services delivered through a Disease Management Model:  Treatment of major depression, bipolar and/or schizophrenia disorders that focuses on an individual’s outcomes, selected services, tools, and strengths in order for them to recover.  Outpatient drug and alcohol counseling is offered.
         
ADDRESS: 955 Water Street, Kerrville, TX 78028
PHONE: 830-257-6553 OR 1-888-445-5232 (toll free)
FAX: 830-896-4448
CONTACT: Shannon Gray, Clinic Director  
WEBSITE: www.hillcountry.org
CRISIS LINE:  877-466-0660                 
 

KIDS ADVOCACY PLACE—HILL COUNTRY CRISIS COUNCIL, INC.
To provide a safe place for children of reported abuse by supporting them through the investigative process, partnering with local professional agencies and educating the community on child abuse issues.  Services include trauma-focused counseling.
Ages served: Children and teens

ADDRESS: 313 Leslie Drive, Kerrville, TX 78028
PHONE: 830-895-4527
CONTACT: Stephenie Nagy, Coordinator, stephenie@hccares.com  
WEBSITE:    www.hillcountrycrisiscouncil.com


K’STAR, INC. (FAMILY & YOUTH SERVICES (FAYS) & EMERGENCY SHELTER FOR DISPLACED YOUTH)     
K’STAR, Inc. Counseling Center—Haley Salazar, Program Director. 830-896-5404
To provide free services to youth & parents who are experiencing difficult living situations or problems with truancy & are a school dropout risk.  Through counseling, compassion, & parenting skills training, we enable families t grow closer & learn to effectively resolve conflict.  K’STAR focuses on Trauma Informed Care, CBT and evidence-based curriculum.  As a nonprofit organization, K’STAR, Inc. receives funding from the Texas Department of Family & Protective Services via the state runaway program & Child Protective Services, private grants, foundations, federal funds, budgets & fundraisers through Kerrville, Texas.

Emergency Shelter—Contact Melody Lowman, Executive Director
K’STAR Emergency Shelter provides nurture & support for displaced children.  Through the practice of Trauma-Informed Care, we start the process of healing the abuse, neglect & trauma suffered in the child’s early years.  Our home can house up to 20 youngsters ages birth to 17.  Children are placed with us through the Texas Department of Protective Services, Family Tapestry, 2Ingage, and Saint Francis Ministries.  We have done our job when the children are sad to leave K’STAR.
Eligibility:  Counseling:  Family must have a youth ages birth to 17 years old with the exception of 18 only if still in high school when 18.  Shelter:  Children birth to 17 years of age.
Children are placed with us through the Texas Department of Protective Services, Family Tapestry, 2Ingage, & Saint Francis Ministries.

EMERGENGY YOUTH SHELTER 830-896-7293
Counseling Helpline: 855-327-8004 (24/7) 
ADDRESS: 1016 E. Main Street (Main Office)—Counseling; PO Box 290962, Kerrville, TX 78029; 216 Market Avenue (Bandera office); Satellite offices:  Bandera, Burnet, Blanco, Edwards, Gillespie, Kendall Kimble, Llano, Mason, Medina, Menard, Real & Uvalde counties                                                                    
HOURS: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday.- Friday (Administrative office); Hours vary to accommodate client needs.
PHONE: 830-896-5437 (Melody Lowman, Executive Director; Shelter Contact);
HELPLINE: 830-896-7827
FAX: 830-895-0670
EMAIL: melodylowman@kstar.org
WEBSITE: https://www.kstar.org/#/​
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/kstarkerrville/

 
MERCY GATE MINISTRIES (501c3)
Mercy Gate Ministries is a direct service provider who offers residential (The Haven) and nonresidential programs for women 18 years and older who are victims of sex trafficking, sexual exploitation, and sexual trauma.

The Journey Program is the 12+ month, faith-based restoration program of Mercy Gate Ministries. Our team meets participants right where they are and creates an individual treatment plan designed to fulfill her specific spiritual, emotional, psychological, medical, and life-skill needs.

ARC (Advocacy Resource Center) is an advocacy program of Mercy Gate Ministries to help survivors discover any and all resources available to them on their road to recovery and, ultimately, reintegration into society. CAAVA's (Court Appointed Adult Victim Advocates) work closely with victims/defendants, guiding them through individualized court-ordered requirements for rehabilitation, court hearings, counseling, group sessions, and self-development goals. CAAVA's also support and empower victims/defendants and their families throughout the legal process of seeking restitution, prosecution of their traffickers, and family reunification.

ADDRESS: 3170 Junction Highway, Ste. W-3, Ingram, TX 78028
PHONE: 830-367-3480 (office)
CONTACT: Mercy Gate Ministries
EMAIL: info@mercygateministries.com
WEBSITE: www.mercygateministries.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/mercygateministries.org/
​INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mercy_gate_ministries/

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NEW HOPE COUNSELING SERVICES (HILL COUNTRY CHRISTIAN COUNSELING CENTER, INC.)
To promote hope and mental health in everyday life for All across the family life cycle, from age 4, regardless of age, gender, religion, socio-economic status, or ethnicity.  Providing professional outpatient mental and behavioral healthcare, New Hope services include choice of in-person or virtual sessions with a male or female counselor for both English and Spanish speakers. New Hope does NOT provide a psychologist or psychiatrist and cannot prescribe medications.  New Hope is state approved to provide the Batters Intervention and Prevention Program (BIPP); classes weekly; call for cost and availability (830-257-3009).
Eligibility Criteria:  All are welcome.  Submit intake packet online at www.newhopecounselingtx.org; choose English or Spanish; adult or child intakes.  Clients receive ongoing services as determined during first appointment with the counselor—usually weekly.  The cost of each session is determined by financial documentation and family size on a sliding scale fee for those at or below the 200% Federal Poverty guidelines.  Most insurances accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid.

ADDRESS: 1127 East Main, Suite 100, first floor, Kerrville, TX 78028 (Next to CWJC)
PHONE: 830-257-3009 (New Hope Office)
CONTACT: Brenda Fudge, Executive Director
EMAIL: office@newhopecounselingtx.org
WEBSITE: www.newhopecounselingtx.org
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/New-Hope-Counseling-Center-23255574535729731/

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PETERSON HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPS
Peterson Health provides a range of support group services including for bariatric patients, breastfeeding, caregivers, children grief support, adult grief support, ostomy patients, Parkinson's patients, and stroke patients. There is also a new support group for parents that have children (all ages) with disabilities (any disability).  Download the 2 flyers below for meeting details, times, and locations 

ADDRESS: Peterson Health, 551 Hill Country Drive, Kerrville, TX US 78055
CONTACT: Jennifer Kramer, jkramer@petersonhealth.com
PHONE: 832-953-9611

Peterson Health - Support Groups Flyer

Peterson Health - Support Group for Parents of Children with Disabilities