Mental Health Counseling

This time on the Summit Pointe Podcast, Dr. Anita Harvey, assistant superintendent at Battle Creek Public Schools, talks about what curriculum, instruction, and assessment actually require across pre-K through 12 and why social emotional learning belongs in the same conversation as ELA, math, science, and social studies.  Dr. Harvey’s perspective is shaped by daily work with … Read more

This time on the Summit Pointe Podcast, we explore how self-determination lets people direct Medicaid-funded services, hire trusted caregivers, and build real independence with guidance from our self-determination coordinator, Nicole. Freedom, authority, and responsibility turn support into a partnership where the person’s goals lead. Episode ResourcesCareers at Summit PointeSummit Pointe First Step Summit Pointe Podcast 97 is … Read more

In this Summit Pointe Podcast, we look at how dementia fits within behavioral health, why symptoms deserve a thorough medical workup, and how caregivers can find support and tools that protect dignity and safety.  Summit Pointe board member Sherii Sherban, founder of Miles for Memories, shares resources, including mentoring and a Safe Return program that … Read more

Want a clearer path to real recovery, not just a new prescription? We sit down with Dr. Sajid Hussain to unpack how comprehensive, evidence-based adult psychiatric care helps people stabilize and rebuild their lives. From depression and anxiety to bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, autism spectrum disorder, and substance use, we walk through the practical steps … Read more

Summit Pointe and First Step support the behavioral health needs of Calhoun County residents thanks to a staff of hundreds of dedicated professionals. In this episode of the Summit Pointe Podcast, we asked two of those dedicated pros, Clinician and Director Shannon and Clinician Carolyn, to share with us what their careers helping people have … Read more

Our Summit Pointe colleague and Veteran Navigator, Michele Pascoe, dedicates her time to connecting with those who have served in the U.S. Military. Many Calhoun County veterans need support but may not know where to turn for resources—and that’s where Michele steps in. Sometimes she meets veterans through First Step, other times through outreach in … Read more

Summit Pointe is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who oversee the execution of our mission to provide ”the hightest quality behavioral health services to help individuals maximize their potential.” In this Summit Pointe Board Spotlight, we meet behavioral health professional and educator Elizabeth Rudolph. Elizabeth shares how the Summit Pointe mission resonates personally … Read more

Summit Pointe is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who oversee the execution of our mission to provide ”the hightest quality behavioral health services to help individuals maximize their potential.” In this Summit Pointe Board Spotlight, we meet Calhoun County businessman and veteran Bryan Smith. Having first served on the Board in 2016, Bryan … Read more