Services
Contact Us
(785) 628-2871
Main Office
208 E. 7th St.
Hays, KS
Crisis Hotline
(800) 432-0333
Mental illness can affect people of all ages, at any time in their lives. An estimated 1 in 5 U.S. adults will experience a mental health problem every year. The good news is there are effective treatments, and recovery is possible! Mental illness is real illness, it is not a sign of weakness. Recovering from a mental illness is not simply a matter of willpower or self-discipline. It often takes a variety of resources and supports, which High Plains Mental Health Center proudly provides to the residents of Northwest Kansas. A sliding fee scale is available and services are not refused if unable to pay.
Outpatient Services
We offer therapy services for individuals, families and groups as needed. Services include recovery planning, medication assessment and management.
Substance Use Services
High Plains Mental Health Center is a licensed provider for substance use treatment. Our services include a two-tier outpatient program, as well as individual, family and group therapy. We also can provide A&D and DUI evaluations.
Emergency Services
High Plains Mental Health Center offers 24/7 access to a mental health professional by calling (800) 432-0333. We can connect by telehealth to hospital emergency rooms in 20 Northwest Kansas counties. We offer Critical Incident Stress Management services for community partners.
Community-Based Support Services
High Plains is the only regional provider for community-based support services for youth and adults. This comprehensive service includes targeted case management, crisis intervention, psycho-social rehabilitation, family support, and housing/respite home services.
Schwaller Crisis Center
The Schwaller Crisis Center is the only mental health crisis stabilization center in Northwest Kansas. The crisis center serves adults experiencing a mental health crisis who are struggling to maintain at home due to increased symptoms. Admission is voluntary. The center offers a home-like environment featuring four private bedrooms, a shared living room and a large patio. For more information, contact Lyndsey at (785) 628-2871.
Westside Alternative School
The Westside Alternative School program is a partnership with West-Central Kansas Special Education Cooperative and public school districts in Hays, Ellis, Victoria and La Crosse. The mission is to assist youth who experience significant functional impairments in the home, school or community due to mental health challenges. The objective of the program is to improve functioning, reduce the need for more intensive levels of care and allow the child to successfully return to a regular school environment.
The staff was very kind and helpful. I always felt welcome.
Call: 800-432-0333
208 E. 7th, Hays, KS
Our Hours
Monday: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Tues. to Fri.: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday