Dr. Jason Deselms, PhD

Clinical Psychologist
22nd Medical Group, McConnell Air Force Base
Mulvane, KS 67110

Dr. Jason Deselms is a clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health, currently serving at McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, Kansas, where he has worked for the past three years. In this role, he provides comprehensive psychological assessment and individual therapy, with a primary focus on ensuring the readiness and deployability of airmen and service members. He specializes in SEER (SERE) Psychology and Aeromedical Psychology and is EMDR trained, supporting service members through performance, trauma, and operational stress-related challenges within military settings.
Prior to his current position, Dr. Deselms dedicated 16 years to the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, where he developed extensive expertise working with veteran populations and complex clinical presentations. He has also served in the U.S. Army Reserve Medical Corps since 2012, further strengthening his commitment to military mental health. Throughout his career, he has built a strong foundation in crisis intervention, including early experience working part-time at a crisis center during his doctoral training. His professional background reflects deep experience in psychological assessment, intervention, and crisis response across both civilian and military healthcare systems.
Dr. Deselms earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Wichita State University, where his interest in psychology evolved from early academic exposure into a lifelong professional calling. His passion for helping others became evident during his first clinical experiences, particularly in crisis settings where he developed a strong commitment to risk assessment and stabilization. In addition to his clinical work, he serves as the behavioral health advisor for the Wichita Police Department’s Crisis Negotiation Team and provides public speaking on suicide risk assessment and evaluation. As a military member himself, he remains deeply committed to supporting service members, law enforcement, and individuals in crisis through compassionate, evidence-based care.

• Wichita State University - PhD
• Washburn University - MS

• SEER Psychologist Certification
• Aeromedical Psychologist Certification
• EMDR Trained
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Areas of Specialization/Expertise

  • Clinical Psychology
  • SEER Psychology
  • Aeromedical Psychology
  • Crisis Work
  • Suicide Risk Assessment and Evaluation
  • EMDR
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What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?

I find the work particularly rewarding internally when I see people at their worst, at their worst days or a difficult spot in their life, and help them get beyond that. The perseverance of just working through those difficult times with people can be highly rewarding. Even though the work can be difficult and challenging, the perseverance to work through those difficult times and get to the other side is what makes it worthwhile for me.

Locations

22nd Medical Group, McConnell Air Force Base

Mulvane, KS 67110

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