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# Personal Counseling Services

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## Posts
- [Personal Counseling Services, Inc. Launches a New Support Group: Church Hurt – Where Is God in All of This?](https://pcs-counseling.org/church-hurt-where-is-god-in-all-of-this/): Clarksville, Indiana — Beginning March 23, 2026 - In response to the growing number ofindividuals struggling with spiritual wounds, faith crises, and negative church experiences,Personal Counseling Services is launching a new support group titled “Church Hurt: Where IsGod in All of This?”
- [Healing Starts Here: A Complete Guide to Services at Personal Counseling Services](https://pcs-counseling.org/healing-starts-here/): Mental health matters, and healing starts here. Many people in Indiana and Kentucky do not know where to find affordable, professional counseling. Personal Counseling Services (PCS) offers a comprehensive guide to healing through a range of services. PCS has provided mental health services to individuals, families, and communities since 1959. Located in Clarksville, Indiana, PCS serves residents across 17 Indiana counties and four Kentucky counties, and the services available may surprise you.
- [Winsday 2026](https://pcs-counseling.org/winsday-2026/): Personal Counseling Services, Inc. (PCS) is proud to announce its selection to participate in "Winsday 2026," a special fundraising event presented by Resolute Racing and hosted by Churchill Downs in partnership with the Community Foundation of Louisville during Kentucky Derby Week.
- [World Mental Health Day 2025](https://pcs-counseling.org/world-mental-health-day-2025/): World Mental Health Day is observed annually on October 10th as a global initiative to raise awareness about mental health issues worldwide and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. First established in 1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health, this day focuses on educating the public, advocating against stigma, and promoting mental health as a critical component of overall well-being. Mental health affects millions globally, and World Mental Health Day serves as a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health and must be prioritized for everyone to thrive.
- [Music Therapy Program Turns 10](https://pcs-counseling.org/music-therapy-program-turns-10/): Our Music Therapy Program is turning 10 this year! You're invited to join us on October 22, 2025, from 4:30 PM til 6:30 PM at Open House. PCS is located at 1205 Applegate Lane in Clarksville, Indiana
- [Remembering Norman Melhiser](https://pcs-counseling.org/remembering-norman-melhiser/): A statement from Doug Drake, President & CEO of Personal Counseling Services, Inc., on the passing of Norman Melhiser.
- [Challenge and Change](https://pcs-counseling.org/challenge-and-change/): I’m a police officer with the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department, and I’m a nurse at Baptist Health Floyd. I’ve been a nurse for 9 years, and you’ve been a cop for 8 and a half. We just celebrated our 13th anniversary. We’ve been together for 15 years. We have two daughters—Payton, who’s six, and Riley, who’s four.
- [First Harrison Bank Supports PCS](https://pcs-counseling.org/first-harrison-bank-supports-pcs/): At Personal Counseling Services, Inc., we remain grateful for the long-term support of First Harrison Bank for our mental health services. Their recent donation is significant. We are thankful to have them in our community.
- [Personal Counseling Services, Inc. receives a $10,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation](https://pcs-counseling.org/personal-counseling-services-inc-receives-a-10000-grant-from-the-duke-energy-foundation/): Personal Counseling Services, Inc. (PCS) in Clarksville recently received nineteen calls from uninsured families, but there were no additional funds available to serve them. The first week in April, the CARE Family Navigator from the Indiana Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics contactedPCS to provide mental health services to a child who had no insurance. This family searched everywhere and was told there was a 6-7 week waiting list. We took this child as a pro bono client in the hope that funding would be available. Now, thanks to the Duke Energy Foundation, we will be able to continue serving this child.
- [Dealing with Holiday Stress](https://pcs-counseling.org/dealing-with-holiday-stress/): PCS was asked to present to a group of seniors how to deal with Holiday stressors, depression, loneliness, and other negative feelings. Jacob Mauck, assistant clinical director at PCS, discussed techniques such as being around friends, getting involved with civic groups, volunteering, accepting your feelings without discounting them, and privately talking with a close friend to share true feelings. And, of course, he discussed never discounting the importance of seeking mental health services from a professional.Recognize signs of depression: 
- [2024 ONCE Awards](https://pcs-counseling.org/2024-once-awards/): Personal Counseling Services, Inc. has been voted the Top Nonprofit Program of 2024. This award, sponsored by Centra Credit Union, has been given to a nonprofit member with an innovative and successful program, initiative, or activity since 2018.
- [PCS Client Showcase](https://pcs-counseling.org/pcs-client-showcase/): Our annual PCS Client Showcase will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Northside Christian Church. The church is located at 4407 Charlestown Road in New Albany.
- [Personal Counseling Services Receives $1.5 Million Grant for Expansion](https://pcs-counseling.org/match-grant/): In an exciting development for mental health services in southern Indiana, Personal Counseling Services (PCS) has received a preliminary matching grant commitment of up to $1.5 million from Indiana United Ways .in conjunction with Metro United Way, which has supported Personal Counseling Services’ efforts regarding mental health for more than three decades. This grant will enable PCS to construct a 10,667-square-foot facility on its campus in Clarksville, Indiana, significantly expanding its capacity to provide mental health services to the community. We are thrilled and honored that Indiana United Way and Metro United Way recognizes the impact that Personal Counseling Services has on mental health in the region.
- [Crusade Helps Fund Musical Therapy Playground](https://pcs-counseling.org/crusade-helps-fund-musical-therapy-playground/): Music therapy is a great way to help children. Thanks to your generous support, Personal Counseling Services, Inc. in Clarksville, IN, received a WHAS Crusade for Children grant to build a new music therapy playground to serve children in 17 Southern Indiana counties and four Kentucky counties. 100% for the kids!
- [PCS on WLKY](https://pcs-counseling.org/pcs-on-wlky/): Personal Counseling Services, Inc. is participating in Give For Good Louisville. 
- [Unmasking Mental Health](https://pcs-counseling.org/unmasking-mental-health/): We are excited to invite you to lift the veil on mental health at the 16th Annual Norman Melhiser Samaritan Awards Gala! This will be held on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at Huber's Winery Plantation Hall.
- [We’ve been awarded a grant!](https://pcs-counseling.org/weve-been-awarded-a-grant/): The Harrison County Community Foundation has awarded PCS a grant!

## Pages
- [2023 Samaritan Awards Gala](https://pcs-counseling.org/2023-samaritan-awards-gala/): Arnold Painting:
- [2026 Norman Melhiser Samaritan Awards Gala](https://pcs-counseling.org/2026-samaritan-awards-gala/): The honorees will be recognized at the Annual Samaritan Awards Gala on:
- [Donate to Music Therapy](https://pcs-counseling.org/donate-to-music-therapy/): Celebrate 10 years of healing through music by supporting our Music Therapy Group at Personal Counseling Services. Your $10 gift helps us continue providing hope, connection, and emotional healing through the power of music.
- [2024 Samaritan Awards Gala](https://pcs-counseling.org/2024-samaritan-awards-gala-2/): Our Annual Samaritan Awards Gala was held on August 15, 2024, at Huber's Winery. We hope you enjoy this year's pictures.
- [Financial Reporting](https://pcs-counseling.org/financial-reporting/): PCS Annual Reports 2024 PCS Federal Tax Reports 2023 Form 990 2024 Form 990 Guidestar Profile Latest Profile (you may need a free account to view)
- [2025 Samaritan Awards Annual Gala](https://pcs-counseling.org/2025-samaritan-awards-gala/): We are thrilled to honor four outstanding award winners this year, as well as all of our nominees. Our award winners and nominees all strive to make our communities healthier and a better place to live.
- [Services](https://pcs-counseling.org/services/): We provide mental health services to everyone desiring body, mind, spirit, and community wellness. 
- [Educational Opportunities](https://pcs-counseling.org/educational-opportunities/): We collaborate with numerous universities and a seminary to provide clinical training to practicum students. To inquire, contact the clinical director at (812) 206-4279. You must apply and acceptance is based on supervisor availability.
- [Community Partners](https://pcs-counseling.org/community-partners/): Personal Counseling Services recognizes that partnerships make positive impacts on the community, families and individuals. Being client-centered is the most important aspect of our Center.
- [Substance Use Disorder Program](https://pcs-counseling.org/substance-abuse-disorder-program/): Adult outpatient substance use program that provides holistic, client-centered, and evidence-based services to those who are seeking recovery from harmful substances.
- [Music Therapy](https://pcs-counseling.org/music-therapy/): Music therapy is the "clinical and evidence-based use of music intervention to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship"-American Music Therapy Association.
- [Counseling Specialties](https://pcs-counseling.org/counseling-specialties/): Our highly trained and well-educated clinicians offer a variety of evidence-based mental health treatments in a comfortable setting.
- [Personal Counseling Service](https://pcs-counseling.org/): In a world of confusion, uncertainty, and violence, we must find stability. In a society of convenience, we desire everything now. However, your physical and mental health may take time, and you need someone to walk alongside you. Regardless of your circumstances, you are the most important person.
- [Wishlist](https://pcs-counseling.org/wishlist/): Here at PCS, we value donations of any kind, especially those that allow us to continue providing the best services we can for the children we see. Here are some items we need to replenish fairly frequently in order to provide the best sessions we can:
- [Gift Planning](https://pcs-counseling.org/gift-planning/): Have you ever thought, 'how do I make a lasting impact on my community?' Here at PCS, we believe you can make an impact by investing in organizations working to better the community.
- [Volunteer](https://pcs-counseling.org/volunteer/): For more information about volunteer opportunities, please contact Doug Drake at 812-206-4273 or ddrake@pcs-counseling.org.
- [Our Sponsors](https://pcs-counseling.org/our-sponsors/): Thank You to Our Sponsors Aebersold Florist Bales Foundation Budget Printing Soutern Indiana Living Magazine Hubers Plantation Hall Underproduction Multimedia Pacers and Racers Duke Energy Foundation Veracity Technologies
- [PCS Staff](https://pcs-counseling.org/pcs-staff/): Dr. Jeff Romer, Clinical Director, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor & Nationally Certified Psychoanalyst, STAR Behavior Health Certified
- [Board of Directors](https://pcs-counseling.org/board-of-directors/): Meet Our Board of Directors Cedric Knight, Board Chair Carol Flynn CPA, Board Treasurer Will Chandler, Board Secretary Deepak Azad, MD, Board Member Wilma Bone, Board Member Dr. Steve Cunningham, Board Member Julie Gamble, Board Member Erik Merten, Board Member Kim Rambo, Board Member John Stuart, Ph.D. Board Member Meet Our Ambassador Board Andrew Takami Former IN State Rep. Rita Fleming, MD Christina Waldon Former IN State Senator Ron Grooms Eric Yazel, MD
- [Media Mentions](https://pcs-counseling.org/media-mentions/): Click the headline to read the article. Some sites may require an account or registration.
- [News](https://pcs-counseling.org/news/): As a new feature on our website, we are adding a section that contains our updates. In addition to posting information on our Facebook page, we will also list that content here for those of you who aren't on Facebook.
- [Contact Us](https://pcs-counseling.org/contact-us/): Personal Counseling Services1205 Applegate LaneClarksville, IN 47129
- [Donate](https://pcs-counseling.org/donate/): A one-time or monthly gift will help improve mental health in our community. Use the form below to donate. Our partnership with GiveButter ensures that your gift is processed securely and efficiently. Personal Counseling Services, Inc. is a 501(c)3 registered organization.
- [About Us](https://pcs-counseling.org/about-us/): Personal Counseling Services (PCS) Inc, an outpatient, non-profit, 501 (c) 3 mental health organization, was established in 1959 before the community mental health initiatives of the1960s. Three very determined women, Berniece Nicholson of Clarksville, Mary Vawter of Jeffersonville, and Bea Baxter of New Albany, recognized a need for community mentalhealth and pastoral counseling.
- [Privacy](https://pcs-counseling.org/privacy/): It’s important to Personal Counseling Services, Inc. to help our donors and clients retain theirprivacy when they visit our website.