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12/04/2023-Due to high community levels of COVID-19, as reported by the CDC masking is currently required when visiting our facilities in Alcona and Alpena counties. The CDC also reports medium community levels of COVID-19 in Cheboygan, Chippewa, Emmet and Iosco counties. For medium community level areas masking is not mandatory but recommended.

Ella White Elementary – Alpena

About this Location



The school based behavioral health program is operated by Alcona Health Center in partnership with Alpena Public Schools. With parental/guardian permission, our licensed behavioral health professionals can provide therapy conveniently located within your child’s school. This allows for ease of access, fewer disruptions of regular routines and less loss of class time. Commercial insurance and Medicaid plans are accepted and we offer an income based sliding fee program. New patients are welcome.

Providers

Ellen Zempel, LMSW

Ellen Zempel, LMSW graduated from Michigan State University with a Master of Clinical Social Work. Areas of professional interests and strengths include Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, child development and, children and family issues.

Services Provided

  • Behavioral Health
  • Translation/Interpretive Services (for Blind, Deaf and/or Non-English Speaking) are Provided if Needed while Accessing Our Services. Please Contact Us in Advance.

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Hours & Contact Info

Address

201 N Ripley Blvd
Alpena, MI 49707

Phone

(989) 356-4049 (Phone for Support Staff/Scheduling Extension 3920)

Hours of Operation

Available 5 days per week during school hours throughout the school calendar​

After Hours

For urgent after-hours behavioral health needs go to the nearest ER or dial 911

FTCA Seal 5.3.22

FTCA Statement

Alcona Health Center is a Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) Deemed Facility. This health center receives Health and Human Services (HHS) funding and has Federal Public Health Service (PHS) deemed status with respect to certain health or health related claims, including medical/dental/behavioral health malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals.