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Making the Holidays Special
Making the Holidays Special By Jeffrey L. Santee, PhD, DCEP What Would Make Your Holidays Special This Year? To answer this question, you could reflect on…
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…
Exercise: Food for Your Brain
Boost mental clarity and focus with mindful movement. Discover how exercise fuels your brain and enhances your overall well-being.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
A big thank you to our sponsors for their support at SamaraCare’s May 2nd Breakfast Benefit. The event raised funds to provide reduced cost mental…
Connecting with Your Kids
Somewhere between newborn pictures and college graduation, parenting becomes much more difficult than we ever could have imagined. As we navigate these…
Connecting and Disconnecting with Social Media
Is social media screen time healthy for my relationships or family? Use of social media has become a popular, and controversial topic, especially given higher…
Alcohol and Sleep are Strange Bedfellows
Contrary to popular belief, a nightcap does not help you sleep better. In fact, numerous studies show that although alcohol may allow you to fall asleep…
Can You Admit Yourself To A Psychiatric Hospital: Top Advice
We break down all the answers to can you admit yourself to a psychiatric hospital. Learn about admitting yourself to a mental hospital for treatment!
5 Tips for Helping Children through Transitions
For children, transitions can feel overwhelming and lead to difficulty regulating “big” emotions. The transition into kindergarten is one that every child…
Why do Men Hesitate to Seek Mental Health Counseling?
Why do Men Hesitate to Seek Mental Health Counseling? Men may hesitate to seek mental health counseling for several reasons, many of which are influenced by…
What Are Psychiatric Medications? Top Mental Health Medication Options
Discover answers to what are psychiatric medications used to treat mental health disorders. Explore options, uses, side effects, and more!