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Des Moines University Clinic — Behavioral Health in Des Moines, WA offers outpatient mental health services including psychotherapy, medication management, cognitive evaluations, and osteopathic manipulative therapy. The clinic has a board-certified psychiatrist and licensed clinical psychologist who provide trauma-informed care for conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD, with appointments typically available within two weeks.

Clinic Type

Psychology

Address

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Phone

515-271-1716

Email

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Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Telehealth

availability of virtual visits after first appointment

Emergency Care

Call 911 or visit nearest emergency room for medical or mental health emergencies

Services Offered

  • Behavioral Health
  • Outpatient Mental Health Services
  • Psychotherapy (talk therapy)
  • Cognitive Evaluations
  • Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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FAQs

Do you offer prompt appointments and how soon can I be seen?

We strive to provide prompt appointments and generally have availability within two weeks.

What should I plan for my first appointment?

Please plan on 60 to 90 minutes for your first appointment.

How can I schedule an appointment?

To schedule an appointment, you can book online or call 515-271-1716.

Can providers accept referrals and medical records?

Providers can fax a referral request and records to 833-357-1720.

What about after-hours or emergencies?

DMU Clinic — Behavioral Health does not offer after hours, weekend or holiday on-call services; for emergencies, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

Is there a crisis support option available?

988 is available for emotional support 24/7 (call 988, text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org).

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • Healthgrades: High ratings (4.0–5.0 stars) for several individual providers (Varies (e.g., 23 reviews for Dr. Jennisch))
  • Healthgrades/UnityPoint Health: Low ratings (1.0–3.0 stars) for certain facilities and specific providers (Typically < 10 reviews each)
  • Rehab.com / Tebra: Strong positive ratings (4.5–5.0 stars) for select clinics like Optimae and Luna Mental Health (Varies (up to 109 reviews for Luna Mental Health))

Patients praise

  • Compassionate, attentive, and caring provider interactions
  • Effective medication management and accurate diagnostic insights
  • Seamless registration and support for mental health struggles
  • Appreciation for providers who listen and take time with patients

Common complaints

  • Unprofessional and dismissive behavior by providers
  • Long wait times and scheduling/cancellation issues
  • Poor communication from staff and front desk responsiveness
  • Concerns regarding medication-only treatment focus versus holistic care
  • Lack of follow-up on referrals and appointments

"I've been to numerous psychiatrists in Des Moines... my experience with Dr. Kamran has been the most positive by far."

— Healthgrades review for Dr. Shehzad Kamran

"Had a telehealth appointment... was met with an empty chair... she was chatting with someone loudly in the background."

— Healthgrades review for Dr. Prema Sanne

"Dr Gupta does not take into consideration the patients needs... She is dismissive and only wants to prescribe more medications."

— LocalityBiz review for MercyOne Behavioral Health

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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