Your Trusted Resource for Behavioral Health

Our providers believe that physical health is affected by a patient's emotional and behavioural health, both aspects must be treated for a positive outcome. Our experienced medical staff at Central Ozarks Medical Center practice cooperative health care and are able to offer tools and programs such as assessments, private consultations, family counseling and when needed; referrals to other specialized resources. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of family counseling, private counseling, and our behavioral health providers at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Family Counseling

If a family has experienced a stressful event that has put a strain on their relationships with one another, they could possibly benefit from therapy. Family counseling aims to promote understanding among family members in order to solve the problems of one or more individuals.

Private Counseling

Depending on what behavioral health issue you may have, one of our provider may suggest private consultations. Behavioral therapy can change how we act. Don't avoid situations and other people because you don't feel comfortable or confident. Behavioral therapy can provide that step you need to feel more comfortable in situations that may cause you anxiety.

Our Behavioral Health Providers

Our behavioral health providers are Michael Stone, PsyD, Elizabeth Ewers Teel, Ph. D., and Danette Harrington, LCSW.

Prior to joining Central Ozarks Medical Center, all of our behavioral health providers had experience in their perspective fields and have always shown great passion for what they do.

Dr. Stone operated a private psychological practice in the Osage Beach, and Jefferson City areas. His specialty areas of practice are psychotherapy with adults and older adult populations as well as psychological testing and assessments.

Dr. Teel worked for the State Department of Mental Health, Comprehensive Psychological Services Division for 18 years; the last 6 as the Chief of Children’s Community Operations for the Central Region (31 Counties). She left this position to join Pathways Behavioral Health Care for the past 5 years as a Clinical Psychologist in their Jefferson City and Waynesville Offices.

Danette practiced in an outpatient mental health clinic. Danette also worked as a medical clinical social worker with hospice, home health care, ER, nursing home and dialysis patients. Danette utilizes a service dog, Dollie, in her practice for those patients who desire to interact with pet therapy

Contact Central Ozark Medical Center to Schedule Your Appointment

We conveniently have 5 mid Missouri health clinics, including our locations in Richland, Osage Beach, Camdenton, Stone Castle (also located in Camdenton), and our Dental office (located in Richland). To schedule an appointment regarding behavioral health, you may call one of the following clinics:

• Richland Medical Center - 573.765.5141
• Osage Beach Medical Center - 573.302.7490
• Camdenton Medical Center - 573.346.4446
• Stone Castle Medical Center - 573.317.9200

We accept all patients with or without health insurance. We pride ourselves on offering quality healthcare that works best with your financial situation.

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573.302.7490 -- Osage Beach
573.346.4446 -- Camdenton
573.317.9200 -- Stone Castle
573.765.2510 -- Dental


Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties

Happy National Blueberry Month!

July is National Blueberry Month! Blueberries are full of nutrients and can be eaten freshly picked or in a variety of delicious recipes. There are many possible health benefits to blueberries. In honor of National Blueberry Month, Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks will be giving you possible health benefits to eating blueberries.

Fighting Wrinkles

Your skin's support system is collagen.Collagen relies on Vitamin C to work as an antioxidant to help prevent damage caused by the sun. Did you know that just 1 cup of blueberries provides almost a quarter of your daily need for Vitamin C? 

Weight Loss Management

Dietary fiber is an important factor in weight loss. High fiber foods reduce your appetite and make you feel fuller for longer. Blueberries are a great source of fiber.

Improving Your Mental Health

Studies have shown that blueberries can reduce the risk of getting Parkinson's disease, a chronic and progressive movement disorder resulting from cell death in parts of the brain. 

Warding Off Potential Heart Disease

The fiber within blueberries helps lower the amount of cholesterol in your blood, thus decreasing the risk of heart disease. Blueberries consist of:

• fiber
• potassium
• folate
• vitamin C
• vitamin B6

This coupled with the blueberries lack of cholesterol, both support heart health.

Managing Your Diabetes (If You Have Diabetes)

Studies have shown that those with type 2 diabetes who consume high fiber diets have improved blood sugar. Those who have type 1 diabetes who consume high fiber foods have lower blood glucose levels. One cup of blueberries consists of 3.6 grams of fiber!

Maintaining Your Healthy Bones

Blueberries have:

• iron 
• phosphorous
• magnesium
• calcium
• manganese
• zinc
• vitamin K

All of which contribute to building and maintaining and contributing bone strength and structure.

Lowering Your Blood Pressure

Blueberries are naturally free of sodium. They also contain potassium, calcium, and magnesium, which have been known to decrease blood pressure. In order to lower your blood pressure, it is essential that you maintain low sodium.

Healthy, Delicious Dishes To Make that Contain Blueberries

There are so many delicous things to try that have blueberries. How about one of the following?

• breakfast smoothie
• blueberry muffins
• energy bars
• yogurt
• granola
• freeze blueberries in ice cubes to put in water, (flavored water)
• chicken and blueberry pasta

You may search recipes for any of these delicious options online or you may just try adding blueberries to one of the options listed above, For example, if you already have store bought yogurt, try adding blueberries for some more fiber.

Central Ozarks Medical Center is committed to leading the way to healthier communities, part of that is supporting a healthy eating culture. Eating blue berries is a great, healthy choice. For health care questions or if you have a specific health care need, please call one of our convenient mid-Missouri health clinic locations.



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573.317.9200 -- Stone Castle
573.765.2510 -- Dental


Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties

Meet Our Oral Health Providers: Part 2

We accept all patients, with or without insurance at all of our health clinics in mid-Missouri. We are committed to leading the way to a healthier community. We wouldn't be able to do that without our committed providers. Last week, we introduced two of our fantastic oral health providers at the Lake of the ozarks, Evan Reynolds, DDS and Shayna Mattox, DDS. In this 2 part blog series, we'd like to continue introducing you to more of our great oral health providers. In this blog, we are featuring Emily Taylor, DDS and Allen D. Rodgers, DDS. 

Emily Taylor, DDS

Dr. Emily Taylor joined the Central Ozarks Medical Center Dental clinic in August of 2016.

Dr. Taylor grew up in Trimble, MO and graduated from Notre Dame de Sion High School in 2006. She then received her Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Creighton University in 2010. Dr. Taylor attended University of Missouri Kansas City School of Dentistry where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2014. Her pediatric dentistry training and Masters of Science in Dentistry was completed at Indiana University – Riley Children’s Hospital in June 2016.

Dr. Taylor is a member of the American Dental Association, Missouri Dental Association, and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Taylor lives in Rolla, MO and enjoys hunting, fishing and kayaking in the Ozarks.  She is excited to join the COMC dental group!

Allen D. Rodgers, DDS

Allen Rodgers, D.D.S., is a graduate of Northeast Louisiana University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree and Louisiana State University School of Dentistry as a Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.).

Dr. Rodgers has been practicing Dentistry for 29 years and has been with Central Ozarks Medical Center since 2002.



It is extremely important to use that you your receive quality healthcare. We pride ourselves on offering quality healthcare that works best for YOUR financial institution. We accept patients with or without health insurance. We offer a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. For more information on insurance acceptance, the sliding fee scale, and insurance enrollment, please visit our website. We provide a wide variety of services including, primary care, obstetrics, pediatrics, behavioral health, women's health, senior health and dental health. All of our locations are community practices and we serve everyone from newborns to the elderly. We are truly committed to leading the way to healthier communities & our dedicated staff is such a huge part of that. Stay informed on all of our services and providers by visiting our website and social media pages. 


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573.346.4446 -- Camdenton
573.317.9200 -- Stone Castle
573.765.2510 -- Dental


Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties

Meet Our Oral Health Providers: Part 1

At Central Ozarks Medical Center, we have been providing healthcare in Central Missouri since 1979. Our staff members are committed to leading the way to healthier communities. In our past blog, we have had the pleasure of introducing you to our Primary Care Providers, Pediatric Provider, OBGYN Providers and Behavioral Health Providers. We are happy to introduce a couple of our fantastic Oral Health Providers in the first part of our 2 part blog series.

Meet Shayna Mattox, DDS

Dr. Shayna Mattox joined the Central Ozarks Medical Center Dental clinic as the Dental Director in July 2016.
   
Dr. Mattox grew up in Omaha, NE and became interested in dentistry in 8th grade while attending a career exploration program at Creighton University. She attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha and graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and minor in chemistry in 3 years. Dr. Mattox was a member of the university's swim team. She also met her husband, Dustin, and they married in 2013.
   
Dr. Mattox attended dental school at the University of Nebraska College of Dentistry and graduated with distinction in 2013. Dr. Mattox is a general dentist with interest in all areas of dentistry, and really enjoys seeing children. She is most excited to work with Dr. Taylor and expand dental care to children in the Richland and Camdenton areas!
   
Dr. Mattox is part of the American Dental Association, Missouri Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Mattox enjoys spending free time at the lake boating, water skiing and relaxing with Dustin and their German Shepherd rescue, Sophie.

Meet Evan Reynolds, DDS

Evan Reynolds is an honors graduate of Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor’s in Mathematics and the University of Tennessee-College of Dentistry where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

Dr. Reynolds joined Central Ozarks Dental Center in May of 2015.

Dr. Reynolds is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry as well as a member of the Central Dental Association, Missouri Dental Association and American Dental Association and has a professional working proficiency in Spanish.

When he is not working in the clinic, Dr. Reynolds spends his time enjoying the many great fishing and hiking locations around the Ozarks, playing the piano and following his ill-fated Vanderbilt Commodore athletic teams.


Central Ozarks Medical Center is pleased to be able to offer so many different types of services including Primary Care, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, Women's Health, Senior Health, and Dental. Visit our website for more information on our Oral Health services.



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For Appointments Call
573.765.5141 -- Richland
573.302.7490 -- Osage Beach
573.346.4446 -- Camdenton
573.317.9200 -- Stone Castle
573.765.2510 -- Dental


Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties