Rooted in Abilene Since 1977
The Ministry of Counseling and Enrichment continues to embrace the simple belief that everyone deserves access to professional mental health care in a place that feels safe, welcoming, and free of judgment.
Where we came from.
In 1977, First Baptist Church of Abilene recognized something the community needed and didn’t have: a professional counseling center grounded in care and the clinical process. The Ministry of Counseling was founded in response.
Nearly five decades later, that founding instinct still drives everything we do. We've grown, evolved, and expanded our team and services, but the mission hasn't changed. We're here for the people of Abilene, at every stage of life, through whatever they're carrying.
We're proud of that history and more focused than ever on what comes next. In 2027, we'll mark our 50th year.
A place with meaningful community purpose
We're located at 1502 N. 1st Street in Abilene, on land with a rich history in this community. Our building was designed to honor that history most visibly in its arches, an intentional nod to the architecture that once defined this site.
The space feels welcoming and dignified, not clinical. Our center includes dedicated rooms for play therapy, family sessions, and individual counseling as well as an outdoor space for younger clients. When you walk through the door, a real person will greet you, not a check-in screen.
That's intentional. The moment you arrive matters, and we take it seriously.
Our goal is to not turn away anyone.
Cost is one of the biggest barriers to mental health care, and it's a barrier we've built our practice specifically to remove.
The Ministry of Counseling and Enrichment accepts several major insurance plans and files insurance on behalf of clients when applicable. For those without insurance or with limited means, we offer income-based fee options, along with limited grant-funded scholarships for eligible clients.
Our clients come first. We want people to find the help they need without cost standing in the way.
Take the first step.
You don't need to have it all figured out before you call. That's what the first conversation is for.
