Psychiatry Associates of Kansas City

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30 Years

experience

Comprehensive Mental Health Services in Leawood, KS

Psychiatry Associates of Kansas City is one of the largest psychiatry practices in the region, offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care. Our privately-owned, single-specialty practice is dedicated to delivering life-saving and life-changing treatments for mental health conditions. With a team of twelve experienced psychiatrists, we provide personalized care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our services include Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Spravato treatment, medication management, and telepsychiatry. We maintain a calming, patient-centered environment focused on science and compassion. Our physicians have diverse clinical backgrounds and specialize in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and treatment-resistant mental health disorders.

We operate from our Leawood, Kansas location and offer telehealth services to expand access to care. Our practice remains physician-owned and managed, ensuring treatment decisions prioritize patient needs rather than insurance or hospital system interests. We continuously invest in innovative treatments like ketamine programs and TMS technology since 2016. Our commitment to excellence has made us one of the most valued psychiatry clinics in the greater Kansas City area.

Services

TMS Therapy Spravato Treatment Medication Management Psychiatric Evaluations Telepsychiatry Ketamine Programs ADHD Treatment Depression Treatment Anxiety Treatment Bipolar Disorder Care

Details

Year established: 1996

Highlights and features

We offer FDA-approved treatments like TMS and Spravato for treatment-resistant depression
Our team includes twelve experienced psychiatrists with diverse clinical specializations
We maintain a patient-centered approach with personalized treatment plans
Our practice has operated physician-owned since 1996
We provide both in-person and telehealth appointment options

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Services

TMS Therapy

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment for major depression. This non-drug therapy uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain neurons affecting mood. Patients remain awake during 37-minute sessions, typically attending daily treatments Monday-Friday for 6-9 weeks. Our experienced team includes certified Magstim technicians who guide patients through the process from insurance verification to personalized treatment.

Spravato Treatment

Spravato (esketamine) nasal spray treats major depressive disorder and treatment-resistant depression under medical supervision. Patients receive twice-weekly treatments for four weeks, then weekly sessions for four weeks. Our staff monitors vital signs during two-hour observation periods. This FDA-approved treatment works through NMDA receptor antagonism and requires concurrent oral antidepressants. We help patients navigate insurance coverage for this innovative therapy.

Medication Management

Our board-certified psychiatrists provide comprehensive medication management for mental health conditions. We specialize in optimizing medication selection and dosages for bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and depression. Initial evaluations determine if symptoms stem from physical illness, mental health issues, or both. Our approach combines medication with other therapies to create personalized treatment plans for adult and pediatric patients.

Telepsychiatry

We offer telehealth appointments for psychiatric evaluations and follow-up care. Patients can schedule virtual visits using compatible browsers and receive treatment from home. Our telepsychiatry services maintain the same quality standards as in-person visits, with secure technology protecting patient privacy. This option improves access for patients in Lees Summit and surrounding areas.

Psychiatric Evaluations

Our psychiatrists conduct thorough initial evaluations to diagnose mental health conditions and develop treatment plans. We assess patients for depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and ADHD using evidence-based methods. Evaluations determine whether symptoms result from physical illness, mental health issues, or combined factors. Our team provides second opinions and specialized assessments for complex cases.

People

Steven D. Segraves, M.D.

Psychiatrist

Dr. Segraves, a Kansas City native, completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He has specialized in treating mental health disorders since joining PAKC in 1996. His expertise includes medication management and innovative therapies like TMS. He contributes to developing new treatment protocols at the clinic.

Kevin Mays, M.D.

Psychiatrist

Dr. Mays joined PAKC in 1996 after completing his psychiatry residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He specializes in adult psychiatry and medication management. With over 25 years of experience, he focuses on creating personalized treatment plans for depression and anxiety disorders.

Lolitta E. Aznaurova, M.D.

Psychiatrist

Dr. Aznaurova received her medical degree from Azerbaijan State Medical Institute. She specializes in treating mood disorders and has extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care. Her approach combines medication management with evidence-based psychotherapeutic techniques.

Christopher R. Van Horn, D.O.

Psychiatrist

A Kansas City native, Dr. Van Horn completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He specializes in adult psychiatry and has particular expertise in treating depression and anxiety disorders. He actively participates in continuing education to stay current with mental health advancements.

Meredith

Clinical Director

Meredith, our Clinical Director, graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a B.S. in Psychology. She has been with PAKC since 2010 and launched the TMS and Ketamine programs in 2016. Certified as a Magstim technician, she specializes in treating treatment-resistant depression through innovative therapies.

Questions

What mental health conditions do you treat?

We treat depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, and other mental health conditions using medication management, TMS, and Spravato therapies.

Do you offer telehealth appointments?

Yes, we provide telepsychiatry services for initial evaluations and follow-up care, allowing patients to receive treatment from home with secure, HIPAA-compliant technology.

What is TMS therapy?

TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment for depression that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain neurons affecting mood regulation.

Is Spravato treatment covered by insurance?

Spravato is FDA-approved and covered by most insurance companies. Our staff helps patients verify coverage and navigate the insurance process.

How do I schedule an appointment?

Patients can schedule appointments online through our portal or by calling 913-385-7252 during business hours (8am-5:30pm, Monday-Friday).

What makes PAKC different from other psychiatry practices?

We combine twelve experienced psychiatrists with innovative treatments like TMS and Spravato, maintaining physician-owned independence to prioritize patient-centered care.

Reviews (6)

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Carly Spencer

Dec 17, 2021 Report

My Doc is phenomenal, I love Erick Brown! However, I have had issues with my prescriptions and I am not able to get in touch with a nurse or have my calls returned. I have had to email the receptionist more than once because I am out of my rx needed for my mental health and it takes days before a problem is resolved. I wish I didn't have to email the receptionist about my medication and there was more organization! Will consider a diff practice unfortunately.

Jonathan Briles

Dec 08, 2021 Report

I give this place 0 stars. Dr. Mays assistant is awful! I was on a telehealth conference call for 6 hours waiting for the doctor and he never showed. I assumed it was some type of glitch in the system. So I sent a detailed email explaining when I got on when I sent messages to the physician telling him I was still there. She implied I was a liar, telling me the doctor can see everything and I didnt do any of the things I said I did. It has been a month since my phone conversation with her and I am still extremely frustrated by the lack of professionalism she displayed and just how rude she

Alayna Roush

Dec 02, 2021 Report

Terrible and unprofessional, left on hold constantly, can even make an appointment and when I did I never got confirmation and I called the day before to see where I was going because it used to be online and the phone line was down. They told me that the phone line was down and that I wouldnt be charged for the missed appointment. Then I was charged for the appointment and served a termination notice. I am in desperate need of medication that I can no longer receive. I have no clue how any of these people got their license.

Patti Sourk

Dec 01, 2021 Report

I hope you don't need help right away. Staff is rude. You can't talk to a person. Drs only use telehealth. I had an telehealth appointment and wanted for the Dr to come on for 15 minutes. I tried 3 times to find out what happened and no one would answer me.

C. C.

Nov 05, 2021 Report

Dr. Brown is great. The 1 star is for the fact that there's absolutely no way of getting a live person on the phone and I have made 3 phone calls and left messages in voicemail for his attendant, I have emailed and DM their Facebook with no response. That's very dangerous for patients especially considering this line of healthcare and medications.

Laurel Crouse

Oct 29, 2021 Report

I want to say that this is one of the most inconsiderate and uncaring staff. Their lack of effort in any type of communication or to even help you in general is insulting. I sincerely can not believe that this practice treats patients with so little compassion or pride for work. In short do not go they are terrible.