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Your Trusted Mental Health Treatment Center in Independence
CMHS (CMHS) has been a trusted provider of behavioral health and substance use treatment for over 50 years. Founded in 1975, we serve as the safety-net provider for Eastern Jackson County and the Urban Core of Kansas City, offering integrated care through 10 locations. Our merger with Burrell Behavioral Health in 2021 expanded our capacity to deliver trauma-informed, culturally competent services tailored to individual needs. We specialize in treating the whole person by connecting mental health, physical healthcare, and substance use treatment to achieve holistic wellness. Our team of licensed professionals provides outpatient therapy, crisis intervention, medication-assisted treatment, and residential programs for youth and adults.CMHS prioritizes accessibility through walk-in crisis services, school-based programs, and telehealth options. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of care, evidenced by our partnerships with Genoa Healthcare and Swope Health Services. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in behavioral health administration and clinical innovation. Recognized as a regional leader in mental health advocacy, we work closely with schools, courts, and community partners to eliminate barriers to care. With over 50 years of service, CMHS remains committed to advancing mental healthcare access for underserved populations.
Services
Youth Services
Adult Community Support
Behavioral Crisis Center
Outpatient Psychiatry
Substance Use Treatment
School-Based Services
Residential Programs
Medication Management
Crisis Intervention
Telehealth Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in behavioral health services
- Our 24/7 Behavioral Crisis Center provides immediate mental health care
- Integrated Healthcare Home model coordinates physical and mental health treatment
- Specialized school-based programs for youth mental health support
- Culturally specific recovery services with medication-assisted treatment options
What people say
Life-changing recovery support
Compassionate crisis care
Effective youth programs
Dedicated staff members
Successful treatment outcomes
Services
Behavioral Crisis Center
Our 24/7 Behavioral Crisis Center provides immediate walk-in care for mental health and substance use crises. Services include psychiatric assessment, medication-assisted treatment, 23-hour observation, and referral to follow-up care. Staffed by trained professionals, this facility serves adults aged 18+ with urgent mental health needs.
Outpatient Psychiatry
Licensed counselors and psychiatrists provide individual and group therapy for mental health conditions. Services include assessment, crisis intervention, medication management, and treatment planning. Telehealth options available for clients with technology access.
Healthcare Home Program
This program coordinates mental health, physical health, and wellness services for clients with chronic conditions. Services include nurse care management, health assessments, medical provider coordination, and wellness coaching for clients enrolled in Mo HealthNet.
School-Based Services
On-site mental health support in partner schools includes individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and family counseling. Services target K-12 students with emotional and behavioral challenges, with flexible scheduling to minimize school disruption.
Substance Use Treatment
Comprehensive treatment includes outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment, residential programs, and peer support. Services address opioid, alcohol, and other substance use disorders through individualized plans combining therapy, education, and community support.
People
Julie Pratt
President, KC Region
Julie Pratt leads CMHS's Kansas City operations with over 20 years of behavioral health administration experience. She oversees strategic initiatives to expand access to mental health services across Eastern Jackson County.
Lori Byl
Chief Operating Officer
Lori Byl manages daily operations at CMHS, bringing extensive experience in healthcare administration and quality improvement initiatives for community mental health programs.
Dr. William Enochs
Regional Medical Director
Dr. William Enochs supervises psychiatric care at CMHS, combining clinical expertise with leadership in medication management and treatment protocol development for mental health and substance use disorders.
Jessica Berry
Vice President of Youth Services
Jessica Berry directs youth mental health programs, specializing in trauma-informed care and school-based interventions to support children and adolescents with behavioral health challenges.
Erica Briskey
Director, Crisis Services
Erica Briskey leads crisis response operations at CMHS, implementing protocols for immediate intervention and stabilization of acute mental health emergencies in community settings.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide outpatient therapy, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, crisis intervention, and specialized programs for depression, anxiety, trauma, and other behavioral health conditions.
Do you treat substance use disorders?
Yes, we offer comprehensive addiction treatment including outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment, residential programs, and peer support groups for alcohol, opioid, and other substance use disorders.
Are services available for children?
We provide youth mental health services including school-based therapy, family counseling, and specialized programs for emotional and behavioral challenges in children and teens.
What insurance do you accept?
We accept Medicaid, Medicare, most commercial insurance plans, and offer sliding-scale fees for uninsured patients to ensure accessible care for all community members.
Is crisis care available after hours?
Our 24/7 Behavioral Crisis Center provides walk-in mental health crisis treatment. For emergencies, call our 24-hour crisis line at 1 (888) 279-8188.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth therapy and medication management appointments for patients with internet access and compatible devices to ensure continued care access.
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