Business Details
10 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Services in Kansas
Serenity Psychological Services & Consulting was founded in 2016 by Dr. Robert Yates, a licensed clinical psychologist and addictions counselor in Kansas. Our practice specializes in evidence-based mental health care, offering psychological evaluations, individual and family therapy, and consultation services tailored to meet diverse client needs. We prioritize compassionate, confidential care for individuals across the lifespan, addressing conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and ADHD through cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and play therapy. Our team includes experienced clinicians with expertise in academic evaluations, pre-surgical assessments, and developmental services qualifications. We provide telehealth services statewide in Kansas, ensuring accessibility for underserved populations while maintaining insurance compatibility.Our clinicians bring decades of combined experience from academic institutions, crisis clinics, and private practice settings. We focus on creating personalized treatment plans that leverage client strengths and coordinate care with primary physicians when necessary. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in our use of outcome assessments to refine treatment strategies and ensure measurable progress. We maintain affiliations with Fort Hays State University and Purdue Global University through our teaching roles. Our practice operates under strict HIPAA compliance and transparent office policies to protect client privacy and ensure ethical standards.
Services
Psychological Evaluations
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Telehealth Services
ADHD Testing
Pre-Surgical Assessments
Developmental Evaluations
Crisis Consultation
Academic Testing
Personality Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and trauma since 2016
- Our team includes licensed psychologists and experienced clinicians
- We provide HIPAA-compliant telehealth services statewide in Kansas
- We utilize outcome assessments to ensure measurable treatment progress
- Our clinicians maintain academic affiliations with major universities
Services
Psychological Evaluations
Our psychological evaluations use standardized testing to diagnose mental health conditions and develop treatment plans. We conduct personality assessments, intellectual disability evaluations, and ADHD testing for academic accommodations. Our assessments help determine eligibility for developmental services and pre-surgical clearance requirements.
Individual Therapy
We provide evidence-based individual therapy for anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. Our clinicians use cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic approaches to address relationship problems and severe mental illness. Sessions focus on building coping skills and achieving personalized treatment goals through weekly appointments.
Telehealth Services
Our telehealth platform delivers mental health care across Kansas through secure video conferencing. This service maintains insurance coverage parity with office visits while providing access to therapy and evaluations from home. We ensure HIPAA-compliant communication for all virtual appointments.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions address relationship dynamics and intergenerational mental health patterns. We work with families to improve communication and resolve conflicts through structured therapeutic interventions. Our approach incorporates play therapy techniques for child and adolescent participants.
ADHD Testing
Our comprehensive ADHD evaluations combine clinical interviews with standardized testing to diagnose attention disorders. We assess cognitive functioning and behavioral patterns to develop academic accommodations and treatment plans. Testing includes follow-up consultations with educators and physicians.
People
Dr. Robert Yates
Founder & Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 10+ years of experience in mental health and addictions counseling. Former senior clinical supervisor at High Plains Mental Health Center. Teaches psychology at Fort Hays State University and Purdue Global University.
Dawn Gregory
Mental Health Therapist
Licensed counselor with 20+ years of experience treating major mental illness in youth and adults. Former private practice owner in Nebraska. Specializes in individual, family, and group therapies for diverse mental health needs.
Angela Mermis
Clinical Social Worker
Social worker with 25+ years of experience in adult and adolescent mental health. Former crisis clinician at High Plains Mental Health Center. Specializes in cultural competency and trauma-informed care for urban and rural populations.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychological evaluations, individual and family therapy, ADHD testing, pre-surgical assessments, and developmental services evaluations using evidence-based approaches like CBT and play therapy.
Do you accept insurance for mental health services?
We work with major insurance plans to ensure coverage for psychological evaluations and therapy services. Our staff assists clients in verifying benefits and maximizing insurance reimbursement for mental health care.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-compliant telehealth services across Kansas for therapy sessions and psychological evaluations, maintaining the same quality standards as in-office visits.
How long does therapy typically last?
Most treatment plans range from 8-20 sessions, with weekly appointments initially. Progress assessments determine when to reduce session frequency based on individual treatment goals and outcomes.
What types of psychological evaluations do you conduct?
We perform diagnostic assessments, academic testing, competency evaluations, and pre-surgical psychological screenings. Our services include ADHD testing, personality disorder assessments, and developmental disability evaluations.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (785) 621-4417 to schedule or use our HIPAA-compliant online appointment request form. Our staff will coordinate insurance verification and prepare necessary documentation for your first visit.
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