Crisis Support
Picken Hall, Room 111, (785) 628-4401
During Office Hours:
If you need immediate mental health assistance, contact our office and ask to speak with a counselor.
After Hours:
For on-campus emergencies that occur after business hours, please call our office at 785-628-4401. You will be connected with a crisis specialist who can speak with you over the phone and assist in arranging follow-up care if needed. These services are available after business hours as well as on weekends and during university breaks.
Crisis Care Providers:
(Please remember that while counseling services offered through the Kelly Center are free, local providers may require payment for their services.)
FHSU Kelly Center: 785-628-4401
FHSU Police: 785-628-5304 - After Hours: Hays Police Department: 911
FHSU Student Health Center: 785-628-4293
HaysMed Hospital Emergency Department: (785) 623-5555
High Plains Mental Health Center: 785-628-2871 (24-Hour Phone Number: 1-800-432-0333)
Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services: 1-800-794-4624 or 785-625-4202
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Campus Crisis Support
It is often very challenging to deal with the emotions that arise from local and national tragedies. Our counselors are available to help you manage your feelings and reactions to unexpected losses, challenges and tragedies. We can come to a specific class, department or organization to provide group support when necessary.
How to Reach Us
Kelly Center
Fort Hays State University
600 Park Street
Hays, KS 67601
Phone: (785) 628-4401
Fax: (785) 628-4412
Office Hours and Location
Kelly Center Staff
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255