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EARLY INTERVENTION CENTER

Meet Our
Team.

The people behind EIC are what make the program feel like a community. Our staff work together to create safe, connected, supportive environments where children can learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships.

Program Leadership

Here to support children, families & staff

Cassie McAllister

Cassie McAllister

Program Coordinator

Cassie earned her Child Development Associate credential while working at SCMHCC and has continued to grow her leadership through advanced training in Conscious Discipline. She is passionate about creating safe, connected environments where children, families, and staff can thrive.

Kelsey Gorton

Kelsey Gorton

East Site Coordinator

Kelsey started with South Central Mental Health in 2019 and has a passion for helping others, relationship-building, and artistic expression.

Megan Winter

Megan Winter

West Site Coordinator

Megan has served SCMHCC in several roles including children's case management, care coordination, social skills groups, parent support, and site leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

Lead Teachers

Relationship-centered classroom leadership

Our Lead Teachers create intentional classroom experiences, maintain supportive routines, and help children practice skills throughout the day.

Heather Harrod

Heather Harrod

Blue Lead Teacher

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Heather brings years of experience with early childhood and school-age children and is passionate about connection and social-emotional learning.

Rachel McDaniel

Rachel McDaniel

Indigo Lead Teacher

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Rachel began with SCMH in 2020 and has degrees in Psychology/Human Services and Psychology. She enjoys incorporating creativity into the classroom.

Morgan Limon

Morgan Limon

Yellow Lead Teacher

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Morgan started with SCMH in 2018 and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She supports age-appropriate emotion regulation, expression, and social skills.

Stacey Page

Stacey Page

Green Lead Teacher

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Stacey has worked at SCMH since 2022 and enjoys teaching children safe, healthy ways to manage emotions while embracing Conscious Discipline.

Additional Support

Meet our CARE Specialists

CARE Specialists provide additional individualized support and regulation-focused care when children need it.

Jacob Tollefson

Jacob Tollefson

CARE Specialist

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Jacob began with SCMH in 2023 and loves building connections with children during this important developmental period.

Hannah Clemons

Hannah Clemons

CARE Specialist

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Hannah started with SCMH in 2024 and brings early childhood experience and a passion for regulation, safety, connection, and helping children reach goals.

Classroom Team

Meet our Co-Teachers

Co-Teachers help children build relationships, practice skills, participate in daily learning, and feel successful throughout the program day.

Stephanie Baker

Stephanie Baker

Yellow Co-Teacher

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Stephanie began with SCMH in 2022 and is working toward a Bachelor's degree in Social Work.

Gretchen Kalp

Gretchen Kalp

Indigo Co-Teacher

Ivy Annen

Ivy Annen

Blue Co-Teacher

Abby Smith

Abby Smith

Indigo Co-Teacher

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Abby earned her bachelor's in psychology from the University of Kansas and enjoys helping children build connections and reach their goals.

Hillary Braland

Hillary Braland

Yellow Co-Teacher

Zoey Tauanuu

Zoey Tauanuu

Green Co-Teacher

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Zoey is completing her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and has a deep passion for supporting children through early intervention.

Melissa Xiong

Melissa Xiong

Green Co-Teacher

Abby Tello

Abby Tello

Green Co-Teacher

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Abby joined SCMH in 2026 and brings extensive nanny experience along with a strong interest in trauma-informed care and emotionally safe classrooms.

Staffing may change as our program grows. Families are introduced to the team members working directly with their child.

Food Program

Helping fuel growing minds

Latisha Espada

Latisha Espada

East Food Program Specialist

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Latisha joined SCMH in 2024 after years of food-service experience and believes children benefit from developing healthy relationships with food early in life.

Jackee Beavers

Jackee Beavers

West Food Program Specialist

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Jackee joined SCMH in 2026 and believes fueling a child's body is one of the best ways to fuel their mind.

Want to learn more about EIC?

Our team can answer questions about the program, help you understand the enrollment process, and guide you through the next step for your family.

Start Enrollment Call EIC • 316-452-5660 Learn More About EIC
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​Office Hours

​Monday-Thursday
8:00am-7:00pm

Friday
Augusta/Andover Clinic
8:00am-12:00pm
El Dorado Clinic
​8:00am-2:00pm

24hr Emergency Line 1-855-773-6686

Administrative Offices
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​430 N Walnut St.
Augusta, KS 67010
Fax: (316) 775-5442​
316-775-5491
Wichita Clinic​
9333 E 21st St. N
Suite 102
Wichita, KS 67206
Fax: (316) 248-8183
(316) 832-7210
Andover Clinic​
221 E King Street
Andover, KS 67002
​Fax: (316) 733-5060
316-733-5047
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Augusta Clinic
2821 Brookside Dr.
Augusta, KS 67010
Fax: (316) 260-7909​
316-425-0073
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El Dorado Clinic​
​524 N. Main
El Dorado, KS 67042
Fax: (316) 321-6336​
316-321-6036
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  • Home
  • Services
    • Clinical Services
    • Medication Management
    • Crisis Services
    • Substance Use and Addiction
    • Case Management >
      • Therapeutic Preschool
      • Children's Community & School Based Services
      • Community Support Services for Adults
  • Early Intervention Center
    • Meet our staff
    • Enrollment
  • Make an Appointment
  • Our team
    • Meet the Team
    • Benefits
    • Join Our Team
    • Masters level internships and Practicums
  • About
    • Board of Directors
    • FAQ's
  • Trainings
    • 2026 Parenting Classes
    • Behavorial Health Education
    • Mental Health First Aid