Osage Nation Counseling Center

09/28/2025

Today, the Osage Nation Health System proudly marks 10 Years of Self-Governance in Healthcare.
This milestone reflects both an achievement and a lasting commitment to building a health system shaped by, and for, the Osage people.

Ten years ago, the Osage Nation took a historic step toward self-determination by assuming management of the Pawhuska Clinic through a compact with the Indian Health Service (IHS). This achievement was made possible through the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975, later strengthened by the IHS Self-Governance Act of 2000.

In 2014, the Osage Nation Congress unanimously passed Resolution ONCR 14-15, formally requesting entry into the IHS Tribal Self-Governance Program. The compact soon followed—signed by Principal Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear on July 24, 2015, and finalized by the Director of IHS on September 28, 2015.

ONHS extends deep gratitude to Osage leadership, citizens, and advocates whose vision and dedication made this historic step possible. Together, we continue to shape a healthier future for the Osage Nation.

09/23/2025

🥞 Gentlemen’s Pancake Breakfast 🥞
Join us for a meaningful morning of good food and important conversations.

This Domestic Violence Awareness Event for Men is an opportunity to come together, enjoy a meal, and learn how men can play a vital role in ending domestic violence in our communities.

📍 Wakon Iron Hall
📅 Friday, October 3, 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Sponsored by Osage Nation Family Violence Prevention.

Together, we can build safer, stronger families and communities. 💙

09/22/2025

🌟 Now Offering EMDR Therapy at Osage Nation Counseling Center 🌟

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a proven, evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals heal from trauma, grief, anxiety, and other distressing life experiences.

✨ EMDR can support healing for:
✔️ Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
✔️ Anxiety & Depression
✔️ Grief & Loss
✔️ Addictions & Compulsions
✔️ Chronic Pain
✔️ Other unresolved life events

At Osage Nation Counseling Center, we honor the strength it takes to seek healing. EMDR therapy offers a path toward restoring balance — mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

📍 473 Elks Lodge Road, Pawhuska, OK 74056
📞 Call 539-212-2499 for more information.

💜 You don’t have to walk this journey alone — let us walk with you.

09/19/2025

Reclaiming Wholeness: National Rehabilitation Awareness Week - September 15th - 21st

-Joshua Steward, LMFT, Osage Nation Counseling Center

Every September, National Rehabilitation Awareness Month reminds us that healing is more than physical recovery; it’s the restoration of the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. From my own recovery and rehabilitation, I’ve witnessed how rehabilitation must often reach beyond injury or addiction to touch relationships, identity, and even the unseen wounds of generational pain caused by the ripple effect of injury.

Many of Oklahoma’s Native American tribes have long understood this. Within tribal customs, healing is a communal process, often involving ceremonies that incorporate family, storytelling, and sacred traditions. To truly heal, one must be reconnected to their people, their purpose, and their Creator. It’s a principle we in mental health mirror and work to honor fully: that a cultural identity is not just a backdrop to care, it’s central to it.

In Celebrate Recovery, we often discuss the importance of taking personal responsibility and facing suffering directly. We accept that purpose is found not in comfort, but in voluntarily shouldering the burdens of life with integrity. During the course of any rehabilitation, it’s essential to understand that healing isn't just about moving past trauma; it’s about learning to carry it in a way that strengthens you and those around you. Personally, I find great value in challenging the irrational beliefs that fuel shame, anger, or despair while inviting clients to stop fighting pain and instead take values-driven action in the presence of pain, and in turn, individuals learn to reframe suffering, not as a disqualifier, but as a sacred space where change can begin.

Rehabilitation, then, is not a solo journey but a shared, sacred struggle which, in essence, is a calling to return to wholeness. This week, let us honor the courageous individuals who walk that path, the families who walk with them, and the cultures whose ancient wisdom continues to illuminate our modern approaches. Healing is not just possible. It is communal, powerful, and it is worth celebrating.

Real Talk. Real Change. Real Hope.

09/10/2025

🌎 TODAY, September 10 is World Su***de Prevention Day

Changing the Narrative on Su***de

Su***de is not inevitable — it is preventable. Changing the way we talk about su***de is the first step toward saving lives, especially in Native American communities where cultural strength, connection to tradition, and community resilience are powerful protective factors.

📊 Facts to Know
• Native American and Alaska Native youth have the highest su***de rates of any racial or ethnic group in the U.S.
• Su***de is the 8th leading cause of death for Native Americans across all ages — and the 2nd leading cause of death for Native youth ages 10–24.
• Community-led prevention, rooted in culture, language, and traditional practices, reduces su***de risk and strengthens identity.
• Access to mental health care, safe spaces for conversation, and crisis support saves lives.

💬 Changing the Narrative Means:
• Talking openly about mental health without shame or stigma.
• Sharing stories of survival, hope, and healing.
• Emphasizing that seeking help is a sign of strength — not weakness.
• Lifting up traditional knowledge, elders’ wisdom, and community support networks.

🪶 Strength in Our Roots
Cultural identity, language revitalization, traditional ceremonies, and intergenerational storytelling are proven protective factors in Native communities. They remind us: We are never alone.

📞 If You or Someone You Know Needs Help:

• 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
• Text “NATIVE” to 741741 for 24/7 confidential support
• StrongHearts Native Helpline: 1-844-762-8483
• 🌐 www.sprc.org | www.strongheartshelpline.org

Together, we can break the silence, honor our traditions, and protect the next generation.

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08/26/2025

📢 IMPORTANT CLOSURE ANNOUNCEMENTS – OSAGE NATION HEALTH SYSTEM

📅 Training & In-Service Closure
On Wednesday, August 27th, all ONHS departments will be closed from 9:00 AM to 12:45 PM for staff training and in-service meetings.
This includes: Wahzhazhe Health Center, Counseling Center, Grant Programs, Title VI Elder Nutrition

🇺🇸 Labor Day Holiday Closure
In observance of Labor Day, all ONHS facilities will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025.
This includes: Wahzhazhe Health Center, Counseling Center,
Title VI Elder Nutrition

Please plan ahead for any medication refills. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, September 2nd.

📌 Stay Updated: Follow Osage Nation Health System on Facebook for the latest closure notices and announcements.

📞 Wahzhazhe Health Center: 918.287.9300
📞 Pharmacy: 918.287.9373

08/15/2025

The Osage Nation Health System is Growing — and Coming to Skiatook!
We’re excited to announce that our new expansion clinic in Skiatook is set to open between December 2026 and February 2027.

Stay tuned for the official date of our groundbreaking ceremony next month — we can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you!l

Osage Nation Health System is expanding with a new primary care facility set to be built in Skiatook.

07/24/2025

💪 Empower. Protect. Thrive. 💪
Join Us for a Free Self-Defense Workshop!

🗓 Date: July 24, 2025
⏰ Time: 6 PM – 8 PM
📍 Location: Hominy Community Building

Presented by the Osage Nation Health System – Family Violence Prevention, this powerful workshop is designed to empower women of all ages—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Learn how to defend yourself in dangerous or threatening situations with real-life techniques taught in a supportive, encouraging environment.

✨ Childcare available upon request!
📞 Questions? Call 539-212-2411

07/02/2025

📢 HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE

In observance of Independence Day, all Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) facilities will be closed on:

Thursday, July 3rd and Friday, July 4th, 2025

This closure includes:

The Wahzhazhe Health Center

Counseling Center

Title VI Programs

Grant Services

ONHS will resume regular business hours on Monday, July 7th.
We kindly ask patients to request medication refills in advance.

🔗 For closure updates and important announcements, follow us on Facebook.
📞 Wahzhazhe Health Center: 918-287-9300
📞 Pharmacy: 918-287-9373

Thank you for your understanding. We wish you a safe and healthy holiday!

06/14/2025

📢 HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE
Osage Nation Health System

In observance of Juneteenth Freedom Day, the Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) — including the counseling center, grant programs, and Title VI — will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

🕘 We will resume normal business hours on Friday, June 20th.
💊 Please ensure any medication refills are requested in advance.

🔗 Stay informed on closures and updates — follow us on Facebook!

📍 Wahzhazhe Health Center: 918.287.9300
📞 COVID-19 Hotline: 918.287.0028
💊 Pharmacy: 918.287.9373

06/03/2025

Community resources available

05/30/2025

EPIC is LIVE!!!