Resilience or the ability to adapt well to adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or even significant sources of stress, can help children manage tension and feelings of anxiety and uncertainty. As... read more →
October is National Depression Awareness Month. One of the more common misconceptions about depression is that depressed people are simply very, very sad. Consequently, people suffering from depression are often... read more →
by Dr. Genalin Niere-Metcalf I am a spiritual director. I am a clinical psychologist. I am both. I am present to both of these parts of myself whether I am... read more →
Everyone regularly experiences anxiety, from minor concerns such as getting the grocery shopping done on time to major stress such as the health or safety of a loved one. It... read more →
by Ken Potts I had a chance the other night to watch one of my all time favorite flicks ‑ "Ordinary People." I especially appreciate the character portrayed by actor... read more →
SamaraCare wants the importance of mental health, access to mental health and the pursuit of mental health to be pervasive. It’s time to talk about mental health openly and honestly,... read more →
by Reverend Dr. Ken Potts Healing takes time. And often healing emotional and spiritual wounds takes more time than healing those which involve other parts of who we are. I... read more →
SamaraCare helps people achieve their greatest potential by being compassionate and spirit-led counselors, consultants and advocates. We know mental health is a difficult subject for some, but it doesn’t have... read more →
by Rev. Dr. Kenneth Potts, D. Min, MS, LCPC, LMFT Every so often, I hear things like: "Sure I've got some things bothering me. I'd like someone to talk them... read more →
Our staff was asked to share words of wisdom with a confirmation class. Here is what they had to say! Be nice Be humble Be determined Dedication and persistence pays... read more →
