Wellness Center
We’re here to help!
The Wellness Center welcomes all students/parents who wish to address issues dealing with mental health, chemical health, nutrition and health education. School counselors, staff and families may refer students to the Center.
The Wellness Center staff:
- Provides educational, preventive and health-related services in an accessible, friendly and confidential school-based setting.
- Encourages students to make healthy lifestyle choices to improve their health and well-being and to maximize their educational opportunities.
- Facilitates referrals for youth in need of services to school and community healthcare professionals.
- Promotes service provisions that overcome cultural, social and financial barriers.
The Wellness Center is a collaborative effort reflecting the community’s commitment to support the health and well-being of its youth and families. This program is funded by the generous support of local agencies, foundations and District 834.
Contact
Stillwater Area High School Wellness Center
Located in Room E123
651-351-8098
Get To Know Our Staff
Nora Eiesland, LMFT
Nora, who works with FamilyMeans, responds to students and their families regarding emotional concerns such as stress, depression and anxiety. She provides assessments, therapy, referrals, support groups and education. Nora is available at 651-351-8149 or neiseland@familymeans.org.
Alex Maas
Alex, who works with FamilyMeans, has a MA in Counseling Psychology. He provides therapy and counseling and works with students to help them grow through life challenges such as anxiety, depression and more. Alex meets with students one-on-one, or with families, to provide therapeutic support for change and healthy development of self-identity and self-awareness. He is available at 651-351-8098 or email amaas@familymeans.org.
Nikki Stuhr-LDAC
Nikki is a chemical health specialist from the Youth Service Bureau. She holds an LADC licensure (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor). She has experience working in many treatment program settings. She provides education and support to students who use substances, has a history of substance use, and/or are impacted by a loved one’s substance use. She also offers student support groups and connects families to chemical health resources and delivers classroom presentations. Please feel free to reach out to Nikki via email or phone.
stuhrn@stillwaterschools.org
651-300-4905
Susan Crowell, dietitian
Susan works for Lakeview Hospital and is available to meet with students individually or in groups to discuss sports nutrition, healthy eating, weight control and nutrition. She is also available to meet with athletic teams to discuss specific nutrition issues. Please call the nurse’s office at 651-351-8225 to schedule an appointment with Susan.
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