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When “What If” Takes Over
Regret is one of the most complex emotions. It asks us to look backward through the lens of what we know now. It may stem from something we said, a decision...
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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 aren't...
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...
5 Ways to Upgrade Your Self-Esteem
By Dr. Cynthia Penne, Psy.D., LCP 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 Communication
By Rae Nevling, LCPC A Series on Upgrading Your Mental Health! Our expert therapists and leadership have shared some of their most effective tips on how to...
When “What If” Takes Over
Regret is one of the most complex emotions. It asks us to look backward through the lens of what we know now. It may stem from something we said, a decision...
After the Sting, When Words Linger
Few things can affect our emotional well-being as quickly as negative feedback. Whether it comes from a supervisor, colleague, family member, or friend,...
The House Gets Quiet: The Emotional Side of Back to School
Each fall, families celebrate new beginnings as children head back to school or leave for college. It's a season filled with anticipation, fresh...
Is Your Routine Helping or Holding You Back?
Here's something you might not expect, doing the same things every day isn't always what's best for your mental health. Healthy routines provide structure and...
Back to School: More Than a New Backpack
Every August backpacks are packed, calendars fill, and alarm clocks replace lazy summer mornings. It's a season of fresh starts and new opportunities. Yet...
The Lasting Impact of our Imagine Stronger Breakfast Benefit
The generosity shared at this year's Imagine Stronger Breakfast Benefit is already creating opportunities for lasting change! Every gift helps remove the...
The Power of Knowing When Not to Speak
We all have opinions to share which can be valuable in the right moment. But wisdom lies in knowing when our perspective will help—and when someone simply...
Naperville Psychiatry & Therapy Clinic | Depression Therapy
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Marriage Counseling in Naperville and Wheaton: Rebuilding Connection
Rebuild connections with expert marriage counseling in Naperville. Our therapists offer couples therapy and counseling to strengthen your relationship.