CMH partners with R-2 Schools to provide counseling services

Citizens Memorial Hospital’s (CMH) El Dorado Springs Medical Center has partnered with the El Dorado Springs R-2 School District to provide on-site counseling and therapy to students through 12th grade during regular school hours. After school appointments are also available.

Abby Chilton, licensed clinical social worker, provides on-site counseling and therapy services. Chilton can help students with depression, anxiety, recent loss/grief and behavioral issues including aggression, defiance, hyperactivity, anger outbursts, acting out sexually, cutting/suicidal ideations, substance use and bullying.

Special arrangements can be made to schedule appointments during after-school hours and summer months. Most major insurance plans are accepted and financial assistance is available. The counseling services provided are strictly confidential and adhere to state licensing regulations and HIPAA regulations. Private information will be shared only upon written authorization.

For additional information, parents should contact the school counselor or call El Dorado Springs Medical Center at 417-876-2118.