Guidance Center Leavenworth County

500 Limit Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048

Est. 1937 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

About Guidance Center Leavenworth County

The Guidance Center (TGC) is a nonprofit Certified Behavioral Health Clinic serving Atchison, Jefferson, and Leavenworth Counties in Kansas. Offering both outpatient and inpatient referral services, TGC provides essential mental health care for individuals, families, and businesses. Prioritizing those most in need, the center ensures access to quality care, regardless of financial ability
TGC offers a wide range of home and community-based behavioral health services, including psychiatric care, counseling, and substance abuse treatment. As the only provider of psychiatric services in the three-county area, TGC operates on a sliding fee scale to make treatment accessible. Their compassionate, evidence-based approach helps individuals achieve long-term recovery and emotional well-being.
The Guidance Center (TGC) provides specialized behavioral health services for children and adolescents, offering therapy, psychiatric care, and case management to support emotional and developmental well-being. Their programs include individual, family, and group therapy, school-based services, psychological assessments, and crisis intervention. TGC also offers early childhood programs for young children facing behavioral challenges and a 10-week Summer Thrive program designed to foster social and emotional growth.
Beyond treatment, TGC actively works to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and substance abuse. Through advocacy, education, and strong community partnerships, the center promotes awareness and encourages individuals to seek help without fear or shame. By fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, TGC plays a vital role in strengthening the overall well-being of the communities it serves.

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Girls Boys

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential
Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Private non-profit organization
County or local government funds Community Mental Health Block Grants Community Service Block Grants IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Other State funds Private health insurance State corrections or juvenile justice funds State education agency funds Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds State welfare or child and family services funds U.S. Department of VA funds
Young adults Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with eating disorders Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Screening for tobacco use
Metabolic syndrome monitoring Laboratory testing
Housing services Mentoring/peer support
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults Seniors
Vaping not permitted
Assertive community treatment Court-ordered outpatient treatment Family psychoeducation Illness management and recovery Psychosocial rehabilitation services Supported employment Supported housing Case management service Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services Education services

What to Expect at Guidance Center Leavenworth County

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 90 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Contact Information

500 Limit Street, Leavenworth, KS, 66048

Quick Facts

Program90 days
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Insurance24 accepted

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(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment

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Frequently Asked Questions

Guidance Center Leavenworth County accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Guidance Center Leavenworth County offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Adult-Child Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in KS or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 90 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA
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