Tough times happen. Blue KC happens to be here for you.

Life throws plenty at us. When it gets overwhelming, we’ve got your back with real behavioral health support and tools for your mental well-being.

Need someone to talk to?

Reach our Mindful Advocates 24/7 at 833-302-MIND (6463). Simply say “Mindful” when asked for your reason for calling. Or, call the behavioral health number on your Blue KC member ID card.

Call a Mindful Advocate

If you are experiencing a crisis, call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988. Live crisis chat is also available here.

Your mental health is essential to
your overall well-being

We understand that good health means caring for both body and mind. Whether you know exactly what you need or aren’t sure where to start, we can help you find the right fit to manage whatever it is you’re up against.

Life balance and stress management

When life becomes overwhelming, finding your way forward isn’t always straightforward. We’re here to provide compassionate support and practical resources to help you navigate stress, grief, relationship challenges, or whatever you’re facing.

Anxiety and depression

Feeling overwhelmed? We’ll connect you with the right kind of help—from a supportive conversation to specialized care that fits your unique situation.

Suicide awareness and prevention

When hope feels distant, we’re close by. Our Mindful Advocates provide round-the-clock support for you or a loved one struggling with thoughts of suicide so no one faces these challenges alone.

Substance use

Recovery starts with a single conversation. When you’re ready to talk about drug or alcohol use, we’re ready to listen without judgment and help you find a path forward that works for your life.

Asking for help is hard. We can make it easier

Your Mindful Advocate can:

  • Offer guidance through crisis moments
  • Listen and provide support in the moment
  • Link you to well-being resources
  • Explain your Blue KC health plan benefits
  • Connect you to the right kind of care for your unique needs

One call is all it takes. Dial 833-303-MIND (6463) and say “Mindful” when asked for your reason for calling to connect with a Mindful Advocate.

Two ways to connect to the right kind of care:

To find an in-network provider that best fits your needs, go to Find Care inside your member account. You can sort the results by type and specialty.

Dial 833-303-MIND (6463) and say “Mindful” when asked for your reason for calling to connect with a Mindful Advocate who can help you. 

Need quick access to care?

Call a Mindful Advocate at 833-302-MIND (6463) and say “Mindful” when asked for your reason for calling, or call the behavioral health number on your member ID card anytime, day or night.

1Coverage for members’ mental health care services depends on their health plan benefits and may be subject to their plan’s deductible.

Getting started is easy: 

Use the MyBlueKC app or log in to your member account below to schedule virtual therapy sessions or connect with psychiatrists for medication guidance. 

Schedule a virtual care appointment

For help identifying services* included in your health plan, sign into your member account or call the behavioral health number on your member ID card.

To access myStrength, you can call the behavioral health number on your member ID card, or you can go here in your member account and select “Mindful Programs and Tools” for more information.

To access Just Five, you can go here in your member account and select “Mindful Programs and Tools” for more information.

Managing complex care just got easier with our app

Taking care of your mind is just as important as your body. The Blue KC Care Management app helps with both, offering secure chat with your Care Team, personalized resources for conditions like depression, convenient medication reminders, progress tracking and expert health content tailored just for you.

Learn more about the app

Get even more support with Spira Care

If your Blue KC health plan includes access to Spira Care Centers, you’ve got a licensed behavioral health clinician just down the hall from your primary care doctor. Spira Care offers on-site behavioral health support to help with everything from managing stress to dealing with depression. And when more intense treatment is needed, they can make referrals to in-network specialists.

Appointments with a Behavioral Health Consultant are available with a referral from a patient’s Spira Care primary care provider. 

Spira Care

Our goal is a world free from stigma that improves mental health and well-being for all

That’s why we’re working throughout our community to increase access to mental health resources, provide education and create a community where everyone feels cared for and supported. 

Learn about our community impact
Learn about Sideline The Stigma
Learn about Shut Out the Stigma

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Do you need help? You’re not alone

Mental and behavioral health issues affect people of every background, age, race and gender. If you need someone to talk to, call our Mindful Advocates 24/7 at 833-302-MIND (6463). Simply say “Mindful” when asked for your reason for calling. Or, call the behavioral health number on your Blue KC member ID card.

Call 833-302-MIND (6463)

If you are experiencing a crisis, call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988.

Live crisis chat is also available here

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With the help of our health tools, you can build a healthier life. And your member account is the place to find them.

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2Blue KC customers can refer to their coverage details within their Blue KC certificate, which outlines the benefits, exclusions, responsibilities, rights and other important information related to Blue KC plans. To view your current Blue KC contract/certificate, or to print a copy of your Summary of Benefits and Coverage, log in to MyBlueKC.com and click on Plan Benefits. For costs and further details of the coverage, please contact Blue KC.