Mindful News Consumption: Caring for Your Mental Health in an Information-Heavy World
Mindful News Consumption Caring for Your Mental Health in an Information-Heavy World By Amber Graham, pre-licensed counselor It’s 6:00 a.m. and your alarm…
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The Value of Nature
By Holly Cañas, L.C.S.W Seasons in Illinois are distinct and each offers something new. They can significantly impact our mood and ability to cope and care…
Positive Parenting Coaching Course
Is this your family? Feeling overwhelmed by your child’s misbehavior? Is there an increase in yelling, anger and tears at home? Wanting to find support…
The Holidays are Coming to Town!
By Dr. Jabeen Ali, M.D. As Winter Break approaches, many families may be looking forward to the break while working hard at the task at hand and experiencing…
Why SamaraCare’s Psychiatry Team is Different
SamaraCare has a team of seven highly experienced board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrists as well as a psychiatric nurse practitioner with…
Practice Gratitude This Winter
By Dr. Jennifer Parks, November is one of my favorite fall months because it’s National Gratitude Month! Each year the month of November is dedicated to…
Book Recommendations
Here’s a list of general and parenting books as recommended by our experienced clinical staff. General Books I Don’t Want to Talk About It: Overcoming…
It’s Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week!
Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week (10/20 – 10/26/24) is an annual observance in October aimed at raising awareness about disabilities that…
5 Ways to Upgrade Your Optimism
By Bonnie Knox, LCPC, CADC A Series on Upgrading Your Mental Health! Our expert therapists and leadership have shared some of their most effective…
5 Ways to Upgrade Your Relationship with Your Teenager
By Kary Pekarek, LCSW A Series on Upgrading Your Mental Health! Our expert therapists and leadership have shared some of their most effective tips on…
Mindful News Consumption: Caring for Your Mental Health in an Information-Heavy World
Mindful News Consumption Caring for Your Mental Health in an Information-Heavy World By Amber Graham, pre-licensed counselor It’s 6:00 a.m. and your alarm…
Open Doors, Open Hearts – How Hospitality Heals
In our busy, digital-first lives, it’s easy to overlook the quiet power of human connection. But here’s something worth remembering: every time you welcome…
How Being a Peacemaker Can Boost Your Mental Health
In today’s fast-paced, often polarized world, choosing to be a peacemaker might seem like a heavy burden. But from a mental health perspective, it can be a…
Rebuilding Connection with Support
Daniella Capodice, LCPC Relationships can be challenging to navigate. Even strong partnerships can face moments where communication breaks down, emotional…
Bounce Back, Grow Stronger from Adversity – It Benefits Your Mental Health!
Adversity is something we all face at some point—whether it’s a loss, a failure, a personal setback, or an unexpected life change. While these experiences can…
Telling the Truth With Love: A Path to Better Mental Health
Telling the truth isn’t always easy—especially when it involves uncomfortable emotions or difficult conversations. But when honesty is paired with love and…
Living Out Loud: The Mental Health Benefits of Being You
Being authentic – living in alignment with your true values, feelings, and identity – is important to mental health. Here’s why: Reduces Stress…
Mental Health: Finding Strength Beyond the Self
In the journey toward mental wellness, faith can be a powerful companion. Whether expressed through organized religion, spiritual practices, or a personal…
The Healing Power of Forgiveness
Forgiving someone can improve your mental health and well-being…here’s how: Forgiveness isn’t about forgetting or excusing harm—it’s about freeing…