Our Team: Residents

Dara Hager, MSW, LSW

Licensed Social Worker

Dara Hager is a licensed social worker, holding a master’s degree from Hunter College in New York City, specializing in supporting individuals, families, and children on their journey toward healing and growth. With a foundation in meeting clients where they are and fostering an empathetic therapeutic environment, Dara is committed to providing compassionate care that centers on the individual’s unique needs and strengths. Her extensive experience working with diverse populations, coupled with her background as a Montessori-trained teacher, enriches her ability to connect with and understand individuals across different developmental stages and facilitates meaningful growth and healing within family dynamics.

Specializing in working with children and families, Dara utilizes a strengths-based eclectic approach to therapy, tailoring interventions to address each client’s specific challenges and goals. Through collaborative and client-centered practices, Dara empowers children, families, and individuals to navigate life’s complexities with resilience and self-awareness.

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Upcoming Programs & Events

Partner Church Spring Breakfast *Registration Open*April 30

Celebrating 35 years of the Partnership in Ministry Program This breakfast serves as a dedicated space for all local clergy and church staff to connect for a time…

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Every Mind Matters Gala *Registration Open!*May 21

Please join us for the Samaritan Center Every Mind Matter Gala! Register Here 5:00 PM - Doors Open 6:00 PM - Call to Table and Dinner 6:45 PM…

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4-Day Silent Directed RetreatJuly 9 - July 12

In the Christian world, retreats find their origin in Jesus’s own practice of withdrawing from those around him to pray in a secluded place to…

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