Mental Health and School Counseling

Hamilton Southeastern Schools are dedicated to fostering the well-being of our students by providing comprehensive supports that address diverse needs.

Our multi-tiered support system includes school counselors, school social workers, and licensed mental health therapists in partnership with Community Health Network. This collaborative approach ensures that every student has access to the right level of care, whether it's guidance from a school counselor, more intensive support from a school social worker, or specialized therapy from licensed professionals. We believe that children's social, emotional, and mental health are a cornerstone of academic and personal success, and we are committed to creating a supportive environment where every student can thrive.

To connect your child with any of the supports offered in Hamilton Southeastern Schools, you can begin with their school counselor. Parent consent is required for referrals to the social worker or Community Health school-based therapist.

Counselor Contacts by Building

Elementary

Intermediate and Junior High

Fishers High School

Steven Curtin (Freshmen A-K)

Maggie Stiller (Freshmen L-Z)

Katie Rehor (10-12 A-Bradf)

Maggie Schwartzkopf (10-12 Bradg-Daz)

Jenna Petroff (10-12 Db-Graz)

Jacob Hornberger (10-12 Grb-Johnson)

Lizette Baumann (10-12 Johnsoo-Marin)

Lindsay Thomas (10-12 Mario-Ohz)

Maria Chinni (10-12 Oi-Sainz)

Kelly Applegate (10-12 Saio-Tartz)

Matt Swaim (10-12 Taru-Zz)

Linda Brown (College and Career Counselor)

HSE High School and HSEF Academy

Kyle Poyer (Freshmen A-K)

Kassie Roberts (Freshmen L-Z)

Robert Cutter (10-12 A-Bri)

Gregory Davidson (10-12 Bro-Con)

Heather Flake (10-12 Coo-Gar)

Jenn Lance (10-12 Gas-I)

Andrea Harris (10-12 J-Lon)

Brian Pletcher (10-12 Loo-Ni)

Bill Zoeller (10-12 No-R)

Kristopher Harney (10-12 S-Thom)

Vicki Gray (10-12 Thom-Z)

Karen Bush (College and Career)

Mary Rager (HSE Fishers Academy)

School-Based Mental Health Providers

School Counselor

School Counselors help all students in the areas of academics, college and career, and social and emotional development. They provide systemic leadership to plan and deliver a Comprehensive School Counseling Program using data that is designed to provide all students with an equitable, safe, and positive school experience. School counselors provide direct and indirect services to ensure student success and serve as a liaison and link to coordinate services and programs that support student growth and development. The School Counselor is the starting point to request a referral to additional school-based mental health support.

School Social Worker

School Social Workers provide support for students' social and emotional behavioral health. They are uniquely trained to serve as a link between home, school, and community in order to enhance strengths, remove barriers, and maximize academic and social success. School Social Workers deliver evidence-based interventions, behavioral consultation, and professional case management services. School Social Worker supports in HSE are available to students by referral only from an administrator, school counselor, teacher, or parent/guardian. Parent/guardian consent is required and participation is encouraged to maximize positive outcomes. *Social Work supports are currently only available in grades 5-12*

School Psychologist

School Psychologists apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to help students succeed. They are extensively trained in evaluation methods grounded in research and special education law to identify student needs and develop effective evidence-based interventions. They use data and assessments to monitor student progress and to collaborate with teachers on best practice interventions to promote progress in learning and life-skills.

School-Based Therapist

School Based Therapists are licensed mental health professionals that are contracted by Community Health Network to work within HSE Schools, providing targeted mental health and behavioral support to students. When a student is referred, the parent/guardian must consent and participate in a clinical intake assessment, and the services are billed through insurance. School Based Therapists utilize evidence-based diagnostic assessments and clinical treatment modalities to diagnose and treat mental health problems.