Campus Counseling
Campus Counseling Services
- Increase self-confidence
- Overcome loneliness
- Cope more effectively with stress
- Develop more satisfying relationships
- Control test anxiety
- Study more effectively
- Change unhealthy eating habits
- Deal with problems involving alcohol or drug use or abuse
- Diagnosis
- And more
In addition to personal and academic counseling, we provide career counseling support assisting students at all stages of the career planning process, supporting them on their journey to recognizing their God-given potential, and preparing them for value-centered careers. We offer both in person and virtual sessions. We look forward to working with you to achieve success and live a value-centered, healthy lifestyle!
Need personal, academic or career counseling support? We are a FREE service to all students!
Click on the link below to schedule an appointment with Campus Counseling Services!
Looking for immediate support?
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Additional Information and Support
Virtual Pamphlet Collection
These virtual pamphlets can provide useful information for you to assist you in reaching optimal Mental Wellness! The virtual pamphlet collection is an excellent resource on a very wide range of topics from depression and anxiety to general mental wellness, and even time management skills!
Academic Counseling - Study Guides
Are you struggling in your classes? Maybe you've never been shown some good techniques on how to study effectively for your learning style. This link will provide a wealth of information on how to study effectively and other excellent tips.
NAMI Mental Health Support Resources
National Alliance on Mental Illness is a complete resource for those who have questions, are looking for support for self or others, or want to become knowledgeable on how to manage the symptoms of mental illness.
Local Resources
The Guidance Center promotes healthy communities by providing integrated behavioral healthcare services and partnering in the delivery of general healthcare in Atchison, Jefferson and Leavenworth counties. We envision a healthy community of people who can access and benefit from state of the art integrated health care which results in an enhanced quality of life for all.
Campus Counseling Services Staff
Ashley Thomas, EdD, LPC
Campus Counselor
Ashley.Thomas@stmary.edu
913-758-6125
Miege 112
Highlights:
Dr. Thomas is a Campus Counselor and University of Saint Mary Alumni, graduating with
a Bachelor's in Psychology in May 2004 and a Master's in Counseling Psychology in
May 2007. She also played on the USM soccer team, Go Spires! She holds an Ed.D. In
Crisis Counseling and Traumatology on-line at Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA
and has obtained an LPC in the State of Kansas. She has experience in:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Crisis Counseling,
Trauma-Informed Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Processing, and individual/group
therapy.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling, volunteering in Lansing Correctional
Facility as a mentor, and spending time with her husband and children.