Wayspring partners with Wellpoint Iowa to provide you with whole-person support, including help with daily needs, mental health, substance use, and stability.
No pressure. No judgement. Just help when and where you need it.
Call us at 1-888-929-7774 to get started.
501 SW 7th Street, Suite A
Des Moines, IA 50309
Location Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM, by appointment only.
Telehealth available Wednesdays and Fridays; in-person visits Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Need Help After Hours?
Emergencies: Please dial 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.
Behavioral Health Crisis Hotline: 988
Voicemail: For non-urgent after-hours calls, leave a voicemail at 515-304-5505. Calls will be returned the next business day.
We provide quick and easy access to appointments and a dedicated care team focused on your unique needs and goals. We help you navigate the healthcare system and offer:
Treatment for chronic conditions, medication management, and more to support your overall health.
Therapy, counseling, and medication to help you manage your mental health needs and feel more like yourself.
Compassionate support, including therapy, medication, and more.
We offer both telehealth and in-person visits to give you the flexibility to choose the option that works best for your schedule and needs.
Your health insurance stays the same. Our clinic will work with you to collect copays if needed.
Our providers in Iowa are helping people build better todays.
Angie Pembroke, APRN, joined Wayspring in June 2024 as a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner at our new Des Moines, Iowa clinic. Angie graduated from Frontier Nursing University in 2021 with a Family Nurse Practitioner degree. Known for her infectious laughter, upbeat energy, and open, caring attitude, Angie strives to create a safe and welcoming environment for her patients. She is passionate about reducing mental health stigma, practicing evidence-based medicine, and providing competent care to all. Outside of work, Angie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and visiting her home country of Canada. She is an advocate for creating meaningful connections with her patients and is dedicated to making everyone feel heard and valued.
Kassaundra Everette, an Indiana native with over 13 years of experience within the field of psychology. She has been licensed as a clinical professional counselor for over 7 years with a certification in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Kassaundra has been dedicated to community mental health treating various types of mental health diagnoses along with addiction and substance use disorders. In addition, she is certified in integrative behavioral health, committed to providing the best possible care while simultaneously working alongside the entire comprehensive treatment team. Outside the clinic, she enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family.
Cory Slusher, a southwest Ohio native, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a rich background in forensic, emergency, and trauma nursing spanning 16 years. Her dedication lies in merging physical and mental health care to support holistic recovery. Cory’s commitment to providing intentional, compassionate, and comprehensive care is rooted in her belief that recovery encompasses the whole person. Outside the clinic, she cherished time in nature with her family and pets.
“I believe every person deserves compassionate care, respect, and the opportunity to become the best version of themselves. My goal is to meet people where they are, build trust through meaningful relationships, and empower them to achieve lasting wellness and recovery.”
Mackenzie is a dedicated CADC-certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor known for her compassionate, client-centered approach and strong foundation in crisis intervention. With experience supporting individuals through some of their most challenging moments, she brings both clinical skill and genuine empathy to her work.
Specializing in dual diagnosis, Mackenzie understands the complex relationship between mental health and substance use. She is committed to helping clients navigate these challenges with dignity, insight, and practical tools for lasting change. Her approach is rooted in the belief that recovery is not one-size-fits-all, but a deeply personal journey that deserves individualized care and respect.
Mackenzie is passionate about whole-person recovery, focusing not only on sobriety, but on emotional wellness, personal growth, and long-term stability. She strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and capable of building meaningful, fulfilling lives.
Amanda Lyons, LMFT, is a Kentucky native with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals with substance use disorders and co‑occurring mental health concerns. She takes a compassionate, systemic approach to care, recognizing that recovery is shaped by relationships, environment, and life experiences—and that each person has inherent strengths and resilience that can be built upon throughout the recovery process.
Amanda utilizes evidence‑based, trauma‑informed practices including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution‑focused therapy, and person‑centered approaches. She is deeply committed to empowering individuals by fostering hope, self‑efficacy, and meaningful engagement in their care. Amanda strives to create a safe, non‑judgmental space where people feel heard, respected, and supported as they work toward sustainable recovery and improved quality of life. She values collaboration and works closely with the interdisciplinary care team to support each patient’s overall wellness.
Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family, reading, being outdoors, listening to live music, and spending time with her dogs, GusGus and Pippi.
Learn more about what it’s like to work at Wayspring and browse our open positions here.
