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Turning Awareness Into Action: Advancing Mental Health Together
By Anne Patterson, LCPC, Art Therapist Mental Health Awareness Month is more than a moment on the calendar—it’s a movement. It’s a time to amplify…
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5 More Ways to Upgrade Your Self-Care
By Mike Bradburn, Executive Director A Series on Upgrading Your Mental Health! Our expert therapists and leadership have shared some of their most effective…
5 Ways to Upgrade Your Self-Care
By Scott Mitchell, President and CEO A Series on Upgrading Your Mental Health! Our expert therapists and leadership have shared some of their most…
Therapy Can Help with Anxiety
A significant 82% of Americans identify with some form of spiritual belief, showcasing the enduring importance of spirituality in people’s lives.
Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy
A significant 82% of Americans identify with some form of spiritual belief, showcasing the enduring importance of spirituality in people’s lives.
Therapy Can Help You Navigate And Minimize Stress At Work
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…
Turning Awareness Into Action: Advancing Mental Health Together
By Anne Patterson, LCPC, Art Therapist Mental Health Awareness Month is more than a moment on the calendar—it’s a movement. It’s a time to amplify…
SamaraCare Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month
Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month – Support Early Intervention! April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to recognize, celebrate, and support children with…
Easter – When New Life Can Take Root
By Anne Patterson, LCPC, Art Therapist Recently, I noticed the prairie near Springbrook in Naperville was darkened by a prescribed burn. At first glance, the…
Believing You Can!
With celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this month, I’d like to highlight a story that carries some important mental health lessons from an Irish…
Sacrifice, the Strength in Letting Go
Sacrifice Can Strengthen Mental Health In our culture, the idea of sacrifice can feel outdated or even unhealthy. Yet psychological research and long-standing…
The Quiet Power of Accountability
Accountability is often framed as a tool for discipline or productivity, but its impact runs far deeper. When practiced in a healthy way, accountability can…
A New Year with Temperance & Mental Health
Temperance is the practice of self-regulation and moderation: ordering desires, emotions, and behaviors in ways that support balance, sustainability, and…
How to Choose the Right Counselor in Naperville, Wheaton, or Lisle
Find the right counselor in Naperville, Wheaton, or Lisle, IL. Get mental health services & therapy. Browse options for counseling today at SamaraCare.
Psychiatric Evaluation Naperville: Mental Health at SamaraCare
Residents of Lisle & Naperville in need of a Psychiatric Evaluation. Wondering if you need to see a psychiatrist? Learn the signs and get info at SamaraCare.













