For Immediate ReleaseDate: February 03, 2025 Yates Center, KS – Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center (SEKMHC) proudly announces the acquisition of Yates Center Dental, effective February 1, 2025. This acquisition marks a pivotal step in SEKMHC’s mission to deliver comprehensive, integrated healthcare services to the communities of Southeast Kansas. With the addition of Yates Center […]
For Immediate ReleaseDate: February 03, 2025 Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center Expands Mental Health Services in Linn County MOUND CITY, KS – Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center (SEKMHC) is pleased to announce the expansion of its services in Linn County with the acquisition of a new facility located at 223 E. Main Street, Mound City, […]
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Community partnerships are essential to success in Southeast Kansas. While Humboldt USD 258 and Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center (SEKMHC) have been partners for many years through the school-based therapy program, a new level of partnership is set to come to life in Fall 2025. Through a grant from the Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust […]
It’s hard to talk about mental health – especially suicide. Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center therapists have a few tips for helping someone who may be considering suicide or is in a mental health crisis leading them toward hurting themselves. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, formerly known as the […]
At SEKMHC, we recognize the need for increased availability of immediate mental health care. In our mission to continue to offer the most effective care to our population here in Southeast Kansas, we acknowledge that there are still many barriers that exist keeping many from getting the help that is often needed in the time frame to be most helpful. To […]
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In the past few years, new treatment for depression has emerged beyond the traditional anti-depressant oral medication. For decades, traditional treatment for major depressive disorder has been the use of oral medication such as anti-depressants and atypical anti-psychotics. While these medications can be helpful for treating the symptoms of depression, such as feelings of sadness, lack of motivation, sleep issues, and suicidal thoughts for many people, there are […]
Greetings! My name is Monique Dickinson and I am a nurse practitioner that specializes in diabetes management at the Ashley Clinic in Chanute, KS. I have been in this role since 2016 and value it very much. I thoroughly enjoy helping my patients achieve their overall goals in living healthier lifestyles. There is nothing better […]
Hello! My name is Jordan Stirewalt. I am an outpatient therapist with Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center, serving patients’ needs at Ashley Clinic. I have been in the Chanute area for about 7 years and am thrilled to be serving this community. I am passionate about bridging the gap between patients’ physical health and mental […]
ASHLEY CLINIC IS HIRING! We are searching for a Chanute-based Family Practice Physician. Ashley Clinic is committed to providing the highest standard of care to the members of our communities. Every patient, every day, every way. Minimum education and experience required: Family or Internal Medicine training. Medical degree from an accredited program: MD or DO. […]
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