Deer Oaks Behavioral Health

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health Leading provider of behavioral health services in long term care. Deer Oaks is considered the largest provider of geropsychology services in the USA.

Deer Oaks employs licensed psychologist and licensed clinical social workers to work in local area nursing homes and other long term care facilities. Currently, staff are providing services in the following locations: Arkansas, Delaware, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Vermont, and Wyoming. For more information, visit our website, www.deeroaks.com, or email us at recruiting@deeroaks.com

And the Pumpkin Contest Winner Is… EDNA! 🎉Help us congratulate Pumpkin  #1 — lovingly named Edna — on taking home first ...
11/05/2025

And the Pumpkin Contest Winner Is… EDNA! 🎉

Help us congratulate Pumpkin #1 — lovingly named Edna — on taking home first place in this year’s Deer Oaks Pumpkin Decorating Contest!

Our teams had SO much fun getting creative, and the talent across submissions was incredible — but Edna clearly stole everyone’s hearts (and votes!).

Thank you to all who participated and shared in the seasonal fun. These moments of connection, creativity, and laughter remind us how powerful joy can be — for us AND the communities we serve. 💙

🧡 Until next year, Edna!

Welcome Samantha – Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, IllinoisPlease join us in welcoming Samantha, LCPC, to our ...
11/04/2025

Welcome Samantha – Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Illinois

Please join us in welcoming Samantha, LCPC, to our Illinois team!
Samantha brings a thoughtful, compassionate approach to supporting residents’ emotional well-being and quality of life. She loves connecting deeply with the individuals she serves and helping them build resilience through therapeutic support. Her favorite color is blue, and if she weren’t a counselor, she’d pursue neuropsychology — showing her passion for understanding the brain and behavior at a deeper level.

We’re grateful to have her serving residents with care and clinical expertise.

Today, the Deer Oaks team proudly joins the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Light the World in Teal initiative — a g...
11/03/2025

Today, the Deer Oaks team proudly joins the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Light the World in Teal initiative — a global effort to raise awareness and show support for the millions of individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s.

As behavioral health providers in long-term care, we see firsthand the emotional, cognitive, and family-support needs associated with dementia and memory-related conditions. Supporting residents and care partners through evidence-based behavioral health services is a privilege — and today, we wear teal in honor of that commitment.

From office teams to facility visits, our staff “went teal” to stand with residents, caregivers, and communities impacted by Alzheimer’s.

Thank you to our partners who joined us, including team members at facilities across Texas — your support makes a meaningful difference for those we serve.

Together, we shine a light on awareness, compassion, and hope.

Recently, members of our Illinois team gathered for a holiday dinner — a wonderful opportunity to connect, recharge, and...
11/03/2025

Recently, members of our Illinois team gathered for a holiday dinner — a wonderful opportunity to connect, recharge, and celebrate another year of serving residents and supporting our partner communities.

At Deer Oaks, our work is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and providing meaningful care to older adults. Moments like this remind us that strong relationships and shared purpose fuel the exceptional service our clinicians bring to long-term care settings every day.

To our Illinois team — thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We’re grateful for you and wish everyone a joyful and peaceful holiday season!

This Halloween season, our team spread joy, connection, and seasonal fun across multiple facilities!Cherissa, LCSW, brou...
10/31/2025

This Halloween season, our team spread joy, connection, and seasonal fun across multiple facilities!

Cherissa, LCSW, brought her creativity and energy to resident celebrations — from hosting a game table at a community Halloween party to participating in Trunk-or-Treat events at three facilities throughout October.

Residents enjoyed games, treats, and festive cheer, and Cherissa loved being a part of the celebrations alongside other partners and vendors. Her table was a hit — and so was her commitment to bringing meaningful, uplifting engagement to the residents she serves.

Thank you, Cherissa, for going above and beyond to support your communities and help make the season special. Your dedication embodies our mission of enhancing well-being and connection for those in long-term care settings.

Happy Halloween from Deer Oaks! 👻🍬

Help us welcome Autumn, LPC, to Deer Oaks in Texas! With a performance background in ballet, jazz, and ballroom dance, A...
10/31/2025

Help us welcome Autumn, LPC, to Deer Oaks in Texas! With a performance background in ballet, jazz, and ballroom dance, Autumn brings energy, creativity, and heart into her work as a clinician. She values strong therapeutic relationships and believes therapy should help people regain purpose, independence, and emotional stability—especially in long-term care.

Autumn enjoys ropes courses and good conversations for team building, loves stuffed sopapillas, and dreams of someday living in Maine. We’re grateful to have her passion and expertise supporting residents.

🎃 👑 Deer Oaks 2025 Pumpkin Contest: Who Will Be Crowned the “PumKing” or “PumQueen”? 👑 🎃It’s that spooky time of year ag...
10/30/2025

🎃 👑 Deer Oaks 2025 Pumpkin Contest: Who Will Be Crowned the “PumKing” or “PumQueen”? 👑 🎃

It’s that spooky time of year again at Deer Oaks, and our teams have outdone themselves with six fang-tastic pumpkin creations! 🕸️🕷️

From spine-chillingly creative to boo-tifully clever, each pumpkin tells a story, and we loved reading the backstories that came with every submission. Our clinicians, recruiters, and support teams have truly brought the spirit of Halloween to life (pun intended 👻).

But now, we need YOUR help!

Which pumpkin deserves to rule the patch as our 2025 Deer Oaks "PumKing" or "PumQueen"?

💬 Vote by commenting below with your favorite pumpkin!
🕛 Voting closes November 1st at 12 PM

Please share this post to help our contestants get as many votes as possible!

A huge thank-you to all our creative spirits who participated - your time, teamwork, and enthusiasm made this contest a total smash! 🧡

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Please welcome Kari, CSW, to our South Dakota clinical team! Kari believes in meeting people where they are and empoweri...
10/29/2025

Please welcome Kari, CSW, to our South Dakota clinical team! Kari believes in meeting people where they are and empowering them to manage challenges through resilience-focused care. Her dedication to seniors and medically involved adults aligns perfectly with our mission to support emotional and psychological wellness in long-term care.

Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, gardening, and hopes to cross New Zealand off her travel list someday. If not in social work, she’d be a florist—which tells you everything about her nurturing personality. We’re glad you’re here, Kari!

Join us in welcoming Kelsey, LPC, to the Deer Oaks team in Texas! Kelsey brings a balanced clinical approach—combining e...
10/27/2025

Join us in welcoming Kelsey, LPC, to the Deer Oaks team in Texas! Kelsey brings a balanced clinical approach—combining empathy and skill to support residents facing depression, anxiety, grief, and life changes. She believes behavioral health is essential to quality of life and is excited to provide meaningful, consistent therapeutic care in long-term care settings.

She enjoys trivia nights, axe throwing with friends, and spending time with her cats. Sushi lover. Dedicated clinician. Great addition to our team. Welcome, Kelsey!

We’re excited to welcome Laura, LPC, to our Texas team! Laura brings a thoughtful and grounded approach to counseling—al...
10/24/2025

We’re excited to welcome Laura, LPC, to our Texas team! Laura brings a thoughtful and grounded approach to counseling—along with a fun personality and love for creative problem-solving. She believes progress happens when people feel safe and understood, and she’s passionate about helping residents develop effective coping strategies to improve emotional health.

When she’s not working, Laura enjoys building LEGO creations, dark chocolate, and even a little zombie-killing video game stress relief. Her hidden talent? Silence—she’s a great listener, and that skill will serve her clients well. Welcome, Laura!

Please join us in welcoming Bernie, LCSW, to our Indiana clinical team! Bernie brings compassionate care and a commitmen...
10/23/2025

Please join us in welcoming Bernie, LCSW, to our Indiana clinical team! Bernie brings compassionate care and a commitment to evidence-based therapy to support residents in long-term care settings. As part of our interdisciplinary clinical model, Bernie will help individuals manage life changes, cope with emotional challenges, and improve mental health through consistent, onsite behavioral health support. We’re glad to have you on board, Bernie!

We’re happy to welcome Sarah, LPC, to Deer Oaks in Texas! Sarah is passionate about helping others grow through life’s c...
10/22/2025

We’re happy to welcome Sarah, LPC, to Deer Oaks in Texas! Sarah is passionate about helping others grow through life’s challenges and truly loves her work as a counselor. Her approach is warm and solution-focused, helping residents improve emotional regulation, adjust to health changes, and build meaningful coping strategies.

Sarah values family time during Shabbat, loves pizza, and is excited to include her child in future mommy-and-me experiences. We’re lucky to have her heart and expertise on our team.

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San Antonio, TX
78240

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