MONROE — SSM Health has a long-standing commitment to preserving the earth and its resources and nurturing healthy communities as part of its mission.

Bringing these efforts to the local level for Earth Day, SSM Health Monroe Hospital staff coordinated with the City of Monroe to enhance a local park by planting trees Monday morning, April 22. Both linden and red maple trees were planted. Several local SSM Health Monroe Hospital leaders were on site to participate in the planting at Northeast Park. 

“Part of our patients’ health is directly connected to their surroundings,” said Jane Curran-Meuli, President. “Continuing to invest in natural resources is beneficial for both the environment and the people we serve. I’m glad we were able to add some additional trees to an already beautiful park.”

SSM Health also hosted an electronic recycling event Monday morning on its Monroe campus for team members. Items such as TVs, computer equipment, small electronics, batteries, and more were accepted. Over 50 cars stopped at the event to drop items off, filling five pallets, three 4-foot-by-3-foot boxes, and two large garbage bins. 

“What a great turnout,” said Linda O’Leary, SSM Health Chaplain and Spiritual Care Supervisor for Monroe. “Our team members took advantage of this wonderful opportunity in honor of Earth Day, and I couldn’t be more pleased.”

SSM Health welcomes two new Behavioral Health providers in Monroe

Mental health continues to be top priority in the community. As care evolves to support local needs, SSM Health Monroe Clinic Medical Group is pleased to welcome two new providers to the Behavioral Health team: Becky Brown, PhD. and Beth Jessie, LPC. 

Dr. Becky Brown is returning to SSM Health as a Clinical Psychologist. Dr. Brown’s specialties include trauma-informed care, OCD, and somatic psychotherapy. 

The conditions that Dr. Brown primarily sees include depression, anxiety, complex trauma, and behavioral concerns. She also sees patients for Autism screenings. 

“I’m a generalist and I can collaborate with medical providers to assist with adjusting to new or chronic medical conditions,” Dr. Brown said about her practice.  

Beth Jessie is also joining the Behavioral Health team as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Beth received her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin — Whitewater, and her Master of Science from the University of Wisconsin — Platteville. 

The conditions that Beth primarily sees patients for include anxiety, depression, separation anxiety, relationship issues, PTSD, and trauma.  

“Counseling is a process. My goal is to help patients know that they can be and will be successful,” Jessie said. 

To inquire about services, call the Behavioral Health department at 608-324-2394.