Samaritan Counseling Center of Southern Wisconsin

06/23/2026

🎉 Happy 2-Year Anniversary, Janessa!🎉

This month, we’re proud to recognize Janessa as she celebrates two years with Samaritan Counseling Center. Janessa’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to our mission make a meaningful impact on the clients and community we serve.

Thank you, Janessa, for being such an important part of Samaritan. We’re so glad you’re here!

06/22/2026

🎉 Happy 1-Year Anniversary, Jennifer! 🎉

We’re excited to celebrate Jennifer’s first year with Samaritan Counseling Center of Southern Wisconsin! During her first year, Jennifer has been a wonderful addition to our team, contributing her skills, dedication, and professionalism in support of our mission.

Thank you, Jennifer, for all you do. We’re grateful to have you as part of Samaritan!

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the dads, grandfathers, stepfathers, foster fathers, mentors, and father figures who make a difference through their love, support, and presence.

While today is a day of celebration for many, we also recognize that Father's Day can be difficult. Some may be missing a father, grieving a loss, navigating a complicated relationship, or wishing for something different.

Whatever today means for you, it's okay to feel what you feel.

From all of us at Samaritan Counseling Center, we wish you a day filled with peace, comfort, and moments of connection.

06/19/2026

In 2021, Juneteenth became a federal holiday, offering an opportunity for reflection, education, and celebration. It marks the end of slavery in the United States and honors the strength, resilience, and contributions of African Americans throughout history.

Today, Juneteenth is commemorated in many ways—through family gatherings, music, storytelling, and community events that preserve history and celebrate progress. It serves as a time to acknowledge our shared past while looking toward a future grounded in dignity, understanding, and belonging.

https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/moments/juneteenth

06/01/2026

🌞 Hello, June!

We're starting the month with grateful hearts. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, we not only reached our May Online Campaign goal—we exceeded it!

We truly couldn't have done it without you. Every donation, share, word of encouragement, and act of support helped make this campaign a success and will help us continue providing compassionate counseling services to those in our community.

From all of us at Samaritan Counseling Center, thank you for believing in our mission and standing alongside us. Your support makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals, couples, and families we serve.

While our May campaign has come to an end, our mission continues every day. If you'd still like to support our work, donations are always welcome throughout the year.

Thank you for helping bring hope, healing, and support to our community. ❤️

05/27/2026

May is quickly coming to an end, and so is our online campaign, but we still need your help to reach our goal. 💙

While support for Samaritan is needed year-round, this campaign is a special opportunity to help us finish May strong and continue providing accessible mental health services and support to individuals, couples, and families in our community.

Every donation, no matter the amount, makes a difference.

Donate here: https://givebutter.com/care-without-barriers

or comment DONATE and we will message you the link in messenger

Thank you for supporting mental health, compassion, and care in our community.

05/22/2026

05/20/2026

We’re excited to welcome Vicky (Victoria, for insurance purposes) Lichtman, LCSW to the Samaritan Counseling Center of Southern Wisconsin team! 🎉

Vicky works with individuals ages 18+ and brings a humanistic, collaborative approach to counseling, centered on understanding each person’s unique story and life experiences.

She believes emotional regulation plays an important role in building resilience and supporting overall well-being. Vicky also has a special interest in meaning-making and storytelling, with the belief that we are the authors of our own lives and that the journey matters just as much as the destination.

Vicky looks forward to partnering with clients as they deepen self-understanding, discover strengths, and find what works best for them.

📅Immediate Openings depending on presenting concerns
🖥️ Monday–Thursday | In-person and virtual options available

Please join us in giving Vicky a warm Samaritan welcome! 💙

To learn more or get started as a new client:
📞 608-663-0763 ext. 100
Complete our online form: samaritancounselingcenterwi.org/new-clients/

05/14/2026

This week, Samaritan Counseling Center of Southern Wisconsin was honored to host a table at the Women United brunch through United Way of Dane County .

It was an inspiring morning spent celebrating leadership, community impact, and the power of women supporting women, along with some men too. Samaritan's Executive Director Angela Laufenberg, appreciated hearing Renee Moe speak and celebrating Karen Kallerud’s recognition alongside so many incredible community leaders and organizations.

We are grateful for opportunities like this to connect with others who are passionate about strengthening and supporting our community.
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our table and helped make the event so meaningful! Especially Samaritan's Board member Sharon Mason-Boersma and our guest Christine Welcher from the Monona East Side Business Alliance.