Samaritan Center, Lancaster

Samaritan Center, Lancaster We build healthy minds and strong communities through counseling, education, and consulting.

Samaritan Counseling Center not only serves individuals and families in the community, our sub-brands serve women, business leaders, churches and more. Learn more about the Silent Samaritans, Ethics In Business, Partners in Ministry, and Clergy & Congregation Care on our website: http://scclanc.org/.

Dance to connect your body, mind, and spirit! Often these elements of being a human person are split apart due to daily ...
03/12/2026

Dance to connect your body, mind, and spirit!

Often these elements of being a human person are split apart due to daily life tasks, stressful experiences, or lack of invitation to connect. Renee will guide you through gentle movement exercises and expressive prompts supported by an inspiring soundscape. Moving as one, whole person is beneficial to reduce inner tension, increase sense of freedom and creativity, and experience deeper communion with yourself and others.

All adult women are invited to experience the gift of dance to connect your whole being in a safe and supportive space. No dance experience necessary.

Sign up here: https://samaritanlancaster.org/event/dance-for-mental-health-class-registration-open-3/

$15 for single class or $75 for all 6 classes: Every Monday 6:00pm to 7:15pm running from April 13th - May 18th

The Dance for Mental Health Program has been awarded the 2026 Silent Samaritan Endowment Grant for programs that support their mission of “Women helping Women”. For more information about the Silent Samaritan Endowment, contact Anita Hanna at ahanna@samaritanlancaster.org

Five $45 scholarships will be offered to women who are interested in attending 3-6 classes on a first come, first served basis. For more information, scan the QR code or click the sign-up link above!

In honor of International Women’s Day this Sunday, we’re looking back at some moments from past Silent Samaritan Luncheo...
03/08/2026

In honor of International Women’s Day this Sunday, we’re looking back at some moments from past Silent Samaritan Luncheons.

The Silent Samaritan program was created to ensure that women in our community can access the counseling they need, regardless of their ability to pay. Through the generosity of supporters, this program continues to remove barriers to care and offer hope and healing.

We recognize the dedicated women therapists who serve our community with compassion and care. The Silent Samaritans, collectively, have made an impact on the lives of hundreds of women – our friends, our family, our co-workers and many women we do not know and have never met. The result is a ripple effect that transcends the counseling room—because when women receive the care they need, their healing brings stability, compassion, and resilience into the wider community.

On this day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and impact of women in our community and beyond. 💜

Today we celebrate Employee Appreciation Day and the incredible people who make our mission possible every day. 💙At Sama...
03/06/2026

Today we celebrate Employee Appreciation Day and the incredible people who make our mission possible every day. 💙

At Samaritan Center, our staff show up with compassion, dedication, and a deep commitment to supporting the mental health of our community. From counseling clients to working in schools and throughout the community, their work changes lives in ways both big and small.

Thank you to our amazing team for the care, professionalism, and heart you bring to this work each day. We are grateful for all that you do.

World Teen Mental Health Wellness Day shines a light on the importance of supporting the emotional well-being of young p...
03/02/2026

World Teen Mental Health Wellness Day shines a light on the importance of supporting the emotional well-being of young people. Today’s teens are navigating academic pressure, social challenges, and a rapidly changing world—making awareness, compassion, and open conversations more important than ever.

At Samaritan Center, we partner with local schools to provide in-school counseling as well as mental health screenings through our TeenHope program, helping students access care in a place that is familiar, accessible, and safe.

TeenHope is currently in 11 schools across 8 school districts while our school-based counseling is providing 1:1 therapy sessions for students in 20 schools across 5 school districts.

Let’s take time today to listen, reduce stigma, and remind teens that their mental health matters.

In February, our Executive Director Simon Dietz had the opportunity to meet with Sen. James Malone to share how Samarit...
03/02/2026

In February, our Executive Director Simon Dietz had the opportunity to meet with Sen. James Malone to share how Samaritan is working to break down barriers to mental health care and expand access for those in our community who need it most. We appreciate Senator Malone’s interest in the growing mental health needs across our region and his willingness to listen, learn, and engage in the conversation.

Thank you, Senator Malone, for your time and your commitment to the well-being of our community.

As we conclude this month of celebrating Black pioneers in mental health and brain science, we recognize Dr. Solomon Car...
02/28/2026

As we conclude this month of celebrating Black pioneers in mental health and brain science, we recognize Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller. He was one of the first Black psychiatrists in the U.S. and a significant figure in neuroscience.

Dr. Fuller researched the brain and its diseases. His work contributed to our understanding of Alzheimer’s disease, demonstrating how the brain changes with dementia. This opened opportunities for future scientists and doctors. During a period when few Black doctors were acknowledged in science, his work helped shape modern mental health care and brain research.

We honor Dr. Fuller's contributions and the path he forged for inclusive and impactful mental health research.

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is a Black leader making a positive impact on mental health. She is a psychologist and professo...
02/27/2026

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is a Black leader making a positive impact on mental health. She is a psychologist and professor who aims to make mental health care more accessible and tailored to different cultural backgrounds.

She founded Therapy for Black Girls, a platform where individuals can discuss their emotions and learn about mental health. Dr. Bradford helps people realize that seeking therapy is acceptable and emphasizes the significance of emotional well-being for Black women and girls. She also provides information on resources, therapists, and tools to aid in healing.

We appreciate Dr. Bradford’s work for highlighting the importance of representation in leadership roles. When there are environments that acknowledge and value diverse cultures, more individuals feel supported and motivated to prioritize their mental health.

As we celebrate Black leaders in mental health, we remember Dr. Frances Cress Welsing (1935–2016). She was a psychiatris...
02/24/2026

As we celebrate Black leaders in mental health, we remember Dr. Frances Cress Welsing (1935–2016). She was a psychiatrist who studied how racism and white supremacy affect mental health.

Dr. Welsing wanted the field to look at how social issues cause problems. She showed how things like unfairness and prejudice can hurt how people see themselves and their mental health. Her work went beyond just looking at individual problems to understanding the experiences of entire communities.

Her work focused on fairness and justice as key to emotional health. Her ideas still inspire doctors, activists, and communities working to help everyone.

As we continue to recognize the Black leaders shaping the field of mental health, we highlight Dr. Thema Bryant whose wo...
02/22/2026

As we continue to recognize the Black leaders shaping the field of mental health, we highlight Dr. Thema Bryant whose work centers healing, empowerment, and wellness in Black communities and other historically underserved populations.

A clinical psychologist, professor, and 2023 President of the American Psychological Association, Dr. Bryant is a leading voice on the impact of trauma, racial stress, and systemic inequities on mental health. Through her clinical work, research, writing, and public speaking, she helps individuals and communities move from survival to healing and wholeness.

She is also the founder of the TBD Foundation (est. 2014), which promotes mental health awareness, trauma recovery, and culturally responsive care.

Dr. Bryant’s work reminds us that healing happens in community—and that accessible, culturally grounded mental health support is essential for lasting well-being today and for future generations.

For Black History Month, Samaritan recognizes the Black leaders who have shaped the field of mental health.We honor Mami...
02/20/2026

For Black History Month, Samaritan recognizes the Black leaders who have shaped the field of mental health.

We honor Mamie Phipps Clark (1917–1983), whose work helped change both research and public policy.

In the 1940s, Clark and her husband, Kenneth Bancroft Clark, conducted the groundbreaking “Doll Tests,” revealing how segregation and racism harmed the self-esteem and identity of Black children. Their research became key evidence in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education, which declared school segregation unconstitutional.

In 1946, Clark also co-founded the Northside Center for Child Development in Harlem NY, expanding access to mental health and educational support for underserved children and families.

Her legacy reminds us that mental health is deeply connected to environment, equity, and access—and that compassionate, inclusive care has the power to change lives for generations.

On this Ash Wednesday, Samaritan Center joins our community in marking the start of Lent, a season of reflection, repent...
02/18/2026

On this Ash Wednesday, Samaritan Center joins our community in marking the start of Lent, a season of reflection, repentance, and renewal. It is a time to slow down, take stock, and move forward with intention and compassion. May the weeks ahead be filled with moments of quiet reflection, healing, and hope.

Love looks like showing up, listening deeply, and walking alongside one another. This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating...
02/14/2026

Love looks like showing up, listening deeply, and walking alongside one another. This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating connection, compassion, and the care that helps people feel less alone. 💗

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