About Us

Company History

515 Therapy & Consulting was founded by Crystal Hemesath, Ph.D., LMFT, LMHC. December of 2011, marks the beginning of our journey, together. Crystal’s guiding premise was the concept of the win/win. She believed in creating a practice where all parties benefit, from consumers, to employees, to the community. It is Crystal’s intention to create a positive, collaborative, transparent, and rewarding environment, for all.

We are located at 6600 Westown Parkway, Suite 240, West Des Moines, IA 50266. We provide a wide variety of outpatient mental health services to clients and their families ages 3 and up. These services include psychiatric and mental health evaluations, medication management, individual, couple and family therapy, public speaking and business consulting. 515 Therapy and Consulting accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Health Partners (national), Health Partners (Unity Point), Midland's Choice/Cigna, Aplos, and Private Pay.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a valuable service in our community by improving the mental health and well-being of individuals and families through high-quality, personalized care. We believe a company and its outcomes are only as good as its culture. Unity is strength and when there is teamwork and collaboration, amazing things can be achieved.

Values and Core Beliefs

  • We believe in the greater good – the “win/win”.
  • We believe everyone deserves a positive and healthy environment.
  • We believe in teamwork.
  • We believe that success requires grit.
  • We believe in a growth mindset and challenging the status quo.
  • We believe in accountability - do what you say.
  • We believe in being the change you seek.