March 20, 2024 Naperville, IL: Effective May 1, 2024, SamaraCare, a non-profit mental health organization, will join forces with Summit Clinical Services (“Summit”), a mental health practice based in Wheaton,... read more →
This fall, Kate Philben celebrated her 35th anniversary as a clinical psychologist on SamaraCare’s (formerly Samaritan) team. Throughout her career, Kate remained committed to SamaraCare's mission to help others improve... read more →
Just about everyone experiences anxiety at some point or another. In fact, most of us experience it many times, during our life. While anxiety is a natural response to stressors,... read more →
SamaraCare welcomes three new members to its Board of Directors. Joining the board are Zachary Larson, Wally Pacheco, and Rick Ochenkowski. “We are excited to welcome Zac, Wally, and Rick... read more →
What better to think about during Valentine’s week than getting closer to your partner by improving your connection? Communication is the cornerstone of any successful relationship, and for couples, effective... read more →
Stress is a universal human experience. It affects people from all walks of life, regardless of age, gender, or background. Many people seek therapy at SamaraCare with the hope of... read more →
We are pleased to share the pilot episode of a SamaraCare podcast. In this podcast, Dr. Mike Bradburn, Executive Director, is interviewed by Neil Gorman, LCSW. with the focus on... read more →
Stacey Schulte MSN, AGPCNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, is a dual board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. Her certifications are: Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Stacey graduated from Marquette... read more →
SamaraCare announces its 50th anniversary! The organization was founded in 1971 by Knox Presbyterian Church, Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and St. Raphael Catholic Church to provide preventative and therapeutic counseling... read more →
On July 1st, 2021, SamaraCare Counseling merged with Wellspring Clinical Associates, a psychiatric care practice based in Lisle, IL. The merger adds two psychiatrists and six psychotherapists to our organization,... read more →
