Military & Family Life Counselors (MFLC)

MFLCs offer on‑post/off‑post, short‑term, problem‑solving support. MFLCs are Master’s or Doctorate-level licensed counselors who offer service members, their spouses and immediate Family members short-term counseling. 

MFLCs provide support to individuals, couples, families and groups for a range of issues including, but not limited to:

MFLC General Brochure      Child and Youth Behavioral MFLC Brochure

Confidential & short-term*

• Non-recorded, non-command
• Individual, couple, family, group support
• No cost, on-post or virtual (via Military OneSource if needed)  
• They even can provide educational presentations

*Services are private and confidential except in situations that involve domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault or circumstances that necessitate a duty to warn.

Embedded Adult MFLCs currently on-board at Fort Carson are as follows (please note, we will continue to update this list):

Don't see or know your unit, or wish to speak to a MFLC outside your unit?  

Call or visit ACS at +1(866) 804-8763 to get connected to an MFLC.  Walk-ins accepted.  

• Call Parent Central at +1(719) 526‑1101
• Contact your school administrator, or
• Contact the MFLC Team Lead at +1(571)662‑7882  

School & Youth MFLC are available at the following schools:

Don't see your school?  Contact Parent Central about getting support for your child/youth at +1 (719) 526-1101

It’s 100% free. Support is available at no cost to active-duty service members, Guard and Reserve, and eligible Family members.

Fort Carson MFLCs offer in-person support only.

If you need virtual sessions, call Military OneSource (MOS) at +1(800) 342-9647 to request telehealth with a licensed MFLC.

This virtual resource through MOS is a great option for couples to use that may be geographically separated. 

Nope. MFLCs do not take notes or keep any records about the people they support. Your conversations stay confidential and off the books.

No referral needed*. Service members and Family members can talk to an MFLC anytime—just reach out directly. Service providers can also help connect you if needed.

*Exception: If an MFLC is unavailable or your situation requires long-term or clinical mental health support, Military OneSource may refer you to a TRICARE-authorized provider.  In those cases, TRICARE may be billed, and a referral or pre-authorization could be required depending on your plan. 

Not at all. You can meet with an MFLC on your own time—no approval or paperwork required. You can see any MFLC: whether they’re embedded in a unit, based at ACS, in schools, or through Military OneSource.

MFLCs only return calls when a voicemail is left.

MFLCs can’t respond to missed calls or texts due to confidentiality rules.  You will need to leave a voicemail for a callback.  Still having trouble? Call the MFLC Installation POC at +1(719) 526-0471 for assistance.

CYB-MFLCs (Child & Youth Behavioral MFLCs) support students, parents, and staff in schools, CYS, and youth programs.

They help with:

• School adjustment
• Parent-child communication
• Separation or deployment stress
• Behavioral concerns
• Peer and social challenges

They also work with staff to model strategies and support skill-building—all while staying within line-of-sight of parents or staff.

Lots of things! MFLCs help with everyday challenges, including:

• Deployment stress
• Reintegration
• Parenting or relationship issues
• Grief, anger, communication, coping skills
• Relocation, homesickness, family transitions

They support individuals, couples, families, and small groups.

• MFLC  General Brochure
• MFLC Child & Youth Behavioral Brochure 
• MFLC Library of Topics/Presentations
• Fort Carson Need Help Resource Flyer

Webpage Links:

• Army Community Service - Fort Carson
• Military OneSource

Emergencies: Call 911

📞 Family Life Chaplain

+1 (719) 526-0036 — Appointments available

⛪ 24/7 Chaplain Hotline

+1 (719) 291-9619 — Spiritual or emotional support

🌐 Military OneSource

+1 (800) 342-9647 or online portal

🆘 Crisis Lines

National Suicide Hotline: 988

Local: +1(719)596-5433

DoD: +1(844)493-8255 (or text TALK to 38255)