Mental Health

If you, or someone you care about, are dealing with emotions like sadness, frustration, depression, or anxiety and need someone to talk to, please check out some resources that may be of help:

• Asbury’s trained Stephen Ministers are available to listen and pray with you. Leave a confidential message at 918.392.1183.
• Asbury’s Professional Referral Line can help you find a local Christian counselor by leaving a confidential message at 918.392.1199.
• If you or a loved one  are struggling with suicidal thoughts, self-injury, aggressive behavior or overwhelming anxiety or panic and need immediate help, adults and children can call COPES 24/7 Crisis Hotline at  918.744.4800.
• The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 800.273.TALK (8255).
• For domestic violence issues, call DVIS at 918.743.5763.
• To find help in a crisis, the NAMI (National Association of Mental Illness) helpline can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 am–6 pm, ET. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or  . The local chapter offers support groups as well.

Care notes are pamphlets designed to minister to you or for you to use in ministry to someone who is hurting. Topics range from grief and loss, health care, getting through difficult times, prayer, trusting God and personal healing. There is also a Care Note written specifically for children who are experiencing grief. Complimentary Care Notes and Scriptures of Encouragement booklets are located in the hallway between the upstairs Administration offices and the staircase.

During times of grief, kids need help understanding their feelings. Asbury has created a special bag that includes a cuddly bear with a workbook and crayons. Scripture-based journals are available for teens. Anyone may deliver an Asbury Care Bear to someone who is grieving. Pick up bags at the South Guest Services Desk.

We want to provide support upon a cancer diagnosis by offering a Cancer Care Package as a gift to help you through the coming days.
Included: The book Cancer-Now What, The Deepest Valley devotional book and a handmade prayer quilt. 
To request a package for yourself or a loved one, contact Ruth Winn at .