Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Providers in West Des Moines
At Kavalier & Associates, we have dedicated ourselves to providing comprehensive mental health care for individuals and families across central Iowa. Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in psychiatry, psychology, social work, and nursing to address a wide spectrum of mental health needs, from ADHD and anxiety to complex emotional challenges. With over three decades of experience since our founding in 1991, we prioritize individualized treatment plans that honor each person's unique strengths and contributions to society.Our practice maintains strict confidentiality protocols while offering both in-person and telehealth appointments to accommodate modern healthcare demands. We remain committed to advancing community well-being through innovative care delivery and continuous professional development, serving clients of all ages with equal dedication to quality and compassion.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Individual Therapy
Family Counseling
Telehealth Services
Medication Management
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer multidisciplinary expertise across psychiatry, psychology, and social work
- Our team specializes in treating children, adolescents, and adults
- We provide both in-person and secure telehealth appointment options
- We maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all privacy regulations
- Our practice combines 30+ years of experience with innovative treatment approaches
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Our comprehensive psychiatric evaluations identify individual mental health needs through clinical interviews and evidence-based assessments. Board-certified psychiatrists develop personalized treatment plans addressing diagnoses like ADHD, depression, and anxiety disorders. This service combines medical expertise with compassionate care to establish effective long-term treatment strategies.
Individual Therapy
Tailored therapy sessions address personal mental health challenges using evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Licensed therapists work with clients across the lifespan to develop coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and emotional difficulties. Sessions focus on building resilience and improving overall psychological well-being through structured, goal-oriented treatment plans.
Family Counseling
Specialized family therapy sessions improve communication and resolve relationship conflicts within households. Our clinicians address family dynamics affecting mental health, including parent-child conflicts and behavioral issues. This service helps develop healthier interaction patterns and supports collective emotional well-being through structured therapeutic interventions.
Telehealth Services
Secure video consultations provide accessible mental health care through encrypted platforms. Patients receive psychiatric evaluations and therapy sessions remotely while maintaining treatment continuity. This service ensures care accessibility for clients preferring remote options while maintaining the same clinical standards as in-person visits.
Medication Management
Ongoing medication oversight ensures optimal treatment outcomes through regular monitoring and dosage adjustments. Board-certified psychiatrists manage psychotropic medications for various mental health conditions while prioritizing patient safety. This service includes comprehensive education about medication benefits, potential side effects, and treatment adherence.
People
Randall A. Kavalier, D.O.
Board-Certified Psychiatrist
Dr. Kavalier specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry with over 30 years of clinical experience. He completed his psychiatry residency at Menninger Clinic and serves as Polk County Youth Services' consulting child psychiatrist.
Lisa C. Cox, ARNP
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Lisa Cox provides psychiatric care with expertise in medication management and mental health treatment across all age groups. She utilizes evidence-based approaches to develop individualized treatment plans for her patients.
Lisa A. Rock, ARNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Lisa Rock offers comprehensive mental health services including diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management. She focuses on creating personalized care plans that address each patient's unique needs and recovery goals.
John R. Bigelow Jr., Psy.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Bigelow provides psychological assessments and therapy services for individuals across the lifespan. His practice focuses on evidence-based interventions for anxiety, depression, and behavioral health concerns.
Lisa L. Dittmer, LISW
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Lisa Dittmer offers individual and family therapy with specialization in mental health treatment for children and adolescents. She employs trauma-informed approaches to address emotional and behavioral challenges.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychiatric evaluations, individual therapy, family counseling, medication management, and telehealth appointments for children, adolescents, and adults.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we offer secure video consultations through encrypted platforms. Patients receive the same quality care remotely as they would in person.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans. Patients should verify their mental health coverage directly with their insurance provider before appointments.
How do I schedule an appointment?
New patients should complete our online paperwork first, then contact our office at (515) 267-1003 to schedule their initial appointment.
Are prescription refills available online?
Yes, patients can request medication refills through our secure online portal. Allow 24-48 hours for processing.
Is my mental health information kept confidential?
We maintain strict confidentiality protocols and comply with all HIPAA privacy regulations to protect patient information.
