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Nystrom & Associates LifeWorks Ankeny

Ankeny, IA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Ankeny, IA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors.

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About Nystrom & Associates LifeWorks Ankeny

Nystrom & Associates Ankeny Clinic offers personalized, private counseling to clients of all ages. Their team of qualified clinicians have experience in treating a variety of mental health concerns, working with diverse clients and using therapies that are research-backed and put the client at the center. Interested clients can request to work a therapist that best fits their unique needs and life circumstances. In addition to therapy, there are professionals on staff who can provide psychiatry and medication management services, and psychological testing.
Nystrom & Associates Ankeny is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Mondays to Thursdays and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Fridays. Their online booking platform allows clients to easily schedule an appointment.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

1105 North Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny, IA 50023

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Facility direct line

(515) 255-8399

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nystrom & Associates LifeWorks Ankeny accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Nystrom & Associates LifeWorks Ankeny accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific IA Medicaid plan. Call (515) 255-8399 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Nystrom & Associates LifeWorks Ankeny offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Nystrom & Associates LifeWorks Ankeny have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Nystrom & Associates LifeWorks Ankeny use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Nystrom & Associates LifeWorks Ankeny?
Call the facility directly at (515) 255-8399 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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