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Hays, KS

Hays, KS

Hays, Kansas, is a vibrant medium-sized city known for its affordable living and strong sense of community. The area offers a diverse array of local amenities, including dining, shopping, and recreational facilities, contributing to a fulfilling lifestyle. However, while housing affordability and a robust local economy bolster well-being, challenges such as limited job prospects can impact residents' mental health. The city's robust healthcare infrastructure provides crucial support, yet mental health challenges remain prevalent, influenced by economic disparities and access to services. Fortunately, Hays hosts a variety of mental health resources, including counseling services, crisis intervention, and support groups tailored to meet diverse needs. These resources aim to address the community's mental health struggles, ensuring that residents have access to the help they need to thrive. For comprehensive support, residents are encouraged to explore the local services available in this directory.

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Jennifer Colby

Jennifer Colby

Hays, KS
LCAC
Jennifer Colby, LCAC, is a dedicated mental health professional with over 20 years of experience in the field. She has a wealth of experience working primarily with adults and adolescents aged 14 and above. Throughout her career, she has provided care in various settings, including community mental health centers and adolescent psychiatric hospitals, focusing on individuals with dual diagnosis issues. Jennifer specializes in women's issues, particularly addressing domestic violence and sexual assault, while also offering therapy for severe mental illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, and relationship challenges. Her therapeutic methods are diverse, encompassing Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and more, catering to individuals, couples, and families. As an open-minded therapist, she approaches each client's unique circumstances with empathy and creativity, aiming to foster a comfortable environment where clients can find hope and healing.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Borderline (BPD) Depression Domestic Violence Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Recovery Relationship Stress Work Stress
Angela Mermis

Angela Mermis

Hays, KS
Angela Mermis brings extensive and vast experience to her practice, exhibiting a genuine passion for advocating, empowering, and strengthening individuals facing various challenges. She specializes in supporting those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns, working compassionately with children, adults, and families alike. Angela holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology with a minor in psychology from Wichita State University, which she earned in 1995. Her journey in mental health began in Wichita, where she engaged in substance abuse and mental health treatment. She later advanced her expertise by obtaining a Master of Social Welfare degree from the University of Kansas in 1999. Angela Mermis is committed to fostering resilience and growth within her clients, using her background and knowledge to guide them on their paths to healing.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression General Mental Health PTSD/Trauma
Kaye Scott-Roy

Kaye Scott-Roy

Hays, KS
LCAC
Kaye Scott-Roy, LCAC, is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. She is passionate about helping families and individuals navigate a range of challenges, from grief and trauma to the effects of domestic violence. Kaye combines her personal and professional experiences to guide her clients in developing effective coping skills and managing daily stressors. Her extensive background includes work in various settings, including Family Services, Corrections, and a Hospital-Based Mental Health Program tailored for senior adults. A proud alumnus of Fort Hays State, Kaye is also a devoted farm wife, mother, and grandmother, who deeply understands the joys and struggles of life in a rural Northwest Kansas farm community. She employs a variety of therapeutic approaches, including mindfulness-based techniques and trauma-focused therapies, to support individuals, couples, and families on their journey toward healing and resilience.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Borderline (BPD) Chronic Pain Depression Domestic Violence Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting

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