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Notes: great if you like consistent async support

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K-State Speech and Hearing Center

  • Updated 3 weeks ago
  • Campus Creek Complex, Campus Creek Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502
  • Audiologists
  • Speech Therapy

About K-State Speech and Hearing Center

Is online therapy a good fit for you?
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1. What is your main reason for seeking support right now?
Stress, worry, anxiety, panic, or feeling on edge
Low mood, loss of interest, feeling stuck or hopeless
Relationship or family issues (including couples)
Life changes, decisions, personal growth, or “not sure yet”
2. How much is this affecting your day-to-day life?
It’s noticeable but I’m coping most of the time
It’s starting to interfere with work, studies, or relationships
It’s hard to manage daily tasks or responsibilities
3. How comfortable do you feel talking to someone online?
I’m comfortable with video / phone or chat and use them often
I’m a bit unsure, but willing to try
I usually prefer in-person conversations
4. Which practical issues apply to you?
My schedule is busy or changes week to week
I live far from providers or have limited transport
I prefer to avoid waiting rooms and keep things discreet
None of these, I just want to talk to someone
5. How soon would you like to start?
As soon as possible (within the next few days)
Within the next 1–2 weeks
I’m just exploring options for now

About K-State Speech and Hearing Center

K-State Speech and Hearing Center provides comprehensive services to individuals with communication or swallowing impairments, and offers graduate students professional training in speech-language pathology and audiology. Our state-of-the-art facility, located in the Campus Creek Complex (CCC), has been serving Manhattan and the surrounding communities for over 50 years. All services are supervised by our faculty members who are licensed to practice in the State of Kansas and are nationally certified. At K-State Speech and Hearing Center, our mission is to provide high-quality professional services to enhance the lives of those affected by communication or swallowing difficulties.

Online Therapy vs In-Person Therapy

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Aspect In-Person Therapy Online Therapy (often more flexible)
Convenience & Time ✖️ Requires travel, scheduling time off, and a fixed location. ✔️ No travel; join from home, office, or car when it suits you.
Scheduling Flexibility ✖️ Mostly office hours; fewer last-minute or out-of-hours options. ✔️ Early morning, evening, and lunchtime sessions are easier to find.
Comfort & Privacy ✖️ Waiting rooms, chance of meeting someone you know, commuting when feeling low. ✔️ Talk from your safest private space at home or elsewhere; no waiting room.
Therapist Availability ✖️ Limited to providers within driving distance and local specialties. ✔️ Access a much wider pool of therapists, including niche expertise.
Cost & Extra Time ✖️ Parking, travel expenses, and extra commuting time around each session. ✔️ No travel or parking costs; time is spent on the session, not the journey.
Accessibility ✖️ Harder for rural areas, busy parents, chronic illness or mobility issues. ✔️ Accessible from anywhere with internet; ideal for busy or remote lifestyles.
Consistency ✖️ Travel, moving, or bad weather can interrupt or cancel sessions. ✔️ Continue therapy even while travelling or during bad weather days.
Best For ✖️ Situations where physical presence or hands-on support is essential. ✔️ Most stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life transitions.
Limitations ✖️ Less flexible; easier to miss sessions due to travel or schedule conflicts. ✔️ Requires internet and a private space; not suitable for emergency situations.

Bottom line: For most people, online therapy offers the best mix of convenience, comfort, and therapist choice—while still providing high-quality support.

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Is online therapy actually effective?
Research shows that for many issues—such as anxiety, depression, stress and relationship difficulties—online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions. What often matters most is finding a therapist you connect with and staying consistent over time.
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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
  • live far from providers or have limited transport,
  • prefer the privacy and comfort of your own space,
  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
For many people, this flexibility is what makes it possible to actually stay in therapy.
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Is online therapy private and secure?
Reputable online therapy platforms use encrypted connections and secure apps that are designed for confidential healthcare communication. Sessions are held in a private space of your choosing, which can feel safer than a public waiting room.
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How do costs compare with in-person therapy?
Online therapy can sometimes be more affordable overall: there are no travel costs, less time away from work or family, and many platforms offer predictable weekly pricing. The value often comes from being able to attend regularly without extra friction.
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Services

Working hours

Closed

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/23/2026 3:42 am

Languages

  • English

Have questions?

K-State Speech and Hearing Center is the perfect place for parents to find out if their child needs speech therapy. If your child is autistic, speech therapy is almost always recommended as it can help them with communication skills such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, understanding body language, and more. We provide comprehensive guides on speech therapy that can help parents understand the importance of early intervention and the critical period in the brain for language development. With our help, your child can learn to communicate more effectively, build their confidence, and become more independent. If your child is very quiet, has a limited vocabulary, or doesn’t speak at all, you should consider getting speech therapy for them. Visit K-State Speech and Hearing Center today to learn more about how we can help your child!
At K-State Speech and Hearing Center, we understand how important it is for children to communicate effectively. Our speech therapy services are dedicated to helping children develop the necessary skills to express themselves in all settings. Our speech therapists can help your child with nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions, understanding body language, and more. We are committed to providing the resources your child needs to develop their communication skills and succeed.
Contact Phone number is (785) 532-6879.
https://www.hhs.k-state.edu

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