Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center

04/07/2026

Thank you to our good friends at the Omega Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma for organizing a surprise snack & hygiene item drive and donating these much-needed goodies this week. 💙

These items allow our team to physically and financially serve the ‘whole person’ when they meet with clients. When someone is working to better their mental health, it can be a challenge to care for their physical needs and items like these are critical. We are so grateful for the generosity of our supporters in extending these gifts!

04/07/2026

A Mental Health First Aid USA certification prepares you to have incredibly important, life-saving conversations that help normalize mental health struggles.

If this article resonates with you, consider applying to become our Mental Health First Aid Coordinator and help foster a better understanding of mental health this .

Follow the link in the comments to learn more about this contract position.

Mental Health First Aid certification gives you the skills to start making a difference -- you might be surprised at all you can do.

04/06/2026

It's time for our annual Client Satisfaction Survey and we want your feedback!

Did we do something well? Is there something we can do better? Any feedback you can provide helps us improve how we serve our community.

You don’t have to put your name — answers can be completely anonymous.

Take our survey at the link in the comments.⬇️

04/03/2026

Looking to make a real impact in your community? Join Bert Nash Center as an independent contractor leading our Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) program.

In this role, you’ll plan and deliver meaningful trainings, connect with community partners, and help expand access to vital mental health resources. You’ll also support participants beyond the classroom—advancing compassion, hope, and community well-being.

✔️ $400 per training (up to 4/month)
✔️ $25/hour for admin work (up to 4 hours per class)
✔️ Flexible, contract-based role

If you're passionate about mental health, education, and giving back, clink on the link in the comments for more information and to apply.

04/03/2026

Thank you so much to Hanna (pictured above, center, with members of our Child & Family Services team) and all the generous Alleluia Baskets donors for this amazing gift of 60 spring baskets for Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center children and youth. The toys, games, art supplies, treats, and other items will bring so much joy to the kids and teens in our groups, and we could not be more grateful.

04/02/2026

Congratulations to all our April Anniversaries!! 👏👏

04/02/2026

Today, on World Autism Awareness Day, we celebrate neurodiversity and reflect on how we can create spaces where every child feels safe, understood, and supported. 💙

Tamara, our Child & Family Services Program Manager, is working with her team to create a sensory pod in our play therapy room. This calming space will give children and youth receiving services a place to decompress, reduce sensory stimulation, and feel more in control of their environment so they can focus on their mental health.

A huge thank you to the Douglas County Community Foundation and all the donors who contributed to our Giving for Good project in 2025 for making this sensory pod a reality.

Moments like this also remind us how representation matters. The introduction of the autistic Barbie is a meaningful step forward—helping children see themselves reflected in the world around them, while encouraging understanding, acceptance, and inclusion in everyday play.

If you’d like to learn more about neurodiversity and mental health, check out our Nash Cares Community Education Series, Neurodiversity and Mental Health (link in the comments). It features a powerful conversation with clinicians, academics, and individuals with lived experience.

03/31/2026

Today, the Bert Nash Center honors the lives and contributions of our trans neighbors, colleagues, and community members. We also recognize the profound impact that ongoing invalidation, discrimination, and violence have on the mental and physical well-being of trans individuals. Know that there are resources to support you and you are not alone.

We understand that this journey is ongoing, and we fully recognize that our work is never done. Every day, we strive to improve ourselves, our practices, and the services we offer. At Bert Nash Center, we remain deeply committed to the idea that creating a safe and inclusive environment is an evolving process—one that requires constant reflection, effort, and growth.

We are grateful for your presence and stand in celebration and support of you. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️



The Trevor Project
Trans Lifeline
Lawrence PRIDE
Trans Lawrence Coalition
988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
PFLAG Lawrence

03/31/2026

Here's some valuable information on what to expect when calling or texting 988. Remember you are not alone.💙

Using the 988 Lifeline is free. When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides you judgment-free care. Connecting with someone can help…

03/30/2026

As comes to a close, we’re continuing to celebrate the meaningful impact of our social work team. 💙

From responding in moments of crisis, ensuring BNC delivers the best care, to supporting students through our WRAP program, and guiding healing and growth with ACT—our team shows up every day to make mental health care more accessible, compassionate, and effective.

We’re incredibly grateful for the dedication, skill, and heart they bring to our community.

03/30/2026

Less than a year ago, after three decades of mental health struggles, Steven Snow nearly died from a fentanyl overdose/suicide attempt. He had spent most of his life moving between myriad treatments, the hard work of healing, and difficult relapses.

Today he’s an active participant in the Bert Nash Center (BNC) Adult Outpatient Program (AOP) with the goal of becoming a peer support specialist and helping others on their path to stability, sobriety, and wellness.

Read more of Steven's story here: https://bit.ly/413MUGY

03/30/2026

We are so grateful to be a part of this amazing partnership to ensure our uninsured and underinsured community members have access to quality, integrated care. Thank you to Douglas County, Kansas Government & Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health 💙

We're grateful to Douglas County, Kansas Government and the Board of County Commissioners for awarding $50,000 from the Municipalities Fight Addiction Fund to expand HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C testing for uninsured and underinsured residents in our community. Through our Designated Collaborating Organization agreement, Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health and Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center are proud to strengthen integrated, coordinated care all under one roof.

Visit bit.ly/412eLaI to read the full release.

📷: From left to right: LDCPH Executive Director Jonathan Smith, Douglas County Commissioner Erica Anderson, Douglas County Commissioner Gene Dorsey, LDCPH Clinic Services Director Christine Ebert, BNC CEO Dr. Kirsten Watkins, and BNC Sr. Director of Community Based Services Marsha Page-White.