Caris Counseling & Behavioral Health Group

04/07/2026

Yesterday at Caris Counseling Kids Camp was PJ Day! 💤

While the kiddos stayed comfy in their pajamas, we spent time learning and practicing skills to help when they feel frustrated, annoyed, overwhelmed, or upset. Through fun activities and conversations, they worked on healthy ways to calm down, follow directions, and finish tasks.

Our camp supports kids who struggle with challenges such as ADHD, ODD, depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and other behavioral or emotional difficulties. We are here to help build skills, confidence, and positive connections.

At Caris Counseling, we strive to be the bridge—helping children move from struggle to success, one skill at a time.

04/01/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨

We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated Peer Support Specialist to join our team!

✨ Position Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one peer support to adults
• Facilitate and lead group sessions
• Support individuals navigating mental health and substance use challenges

✅ Requirements:

• Experience working with adults with mental illness and substance use
• Experience conducting individual sessions with clients and leading group sessions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, reliable, and motivated to make a difference

If you or someone you know is interested in helping others on their recovery journey, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Apply today just by clicking the link below ⬇️ or message us for more details!

Peer Support Specialist https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=865353bba3eb8b21&from=appshareios

Caris Counseling and Behavioral Health Group,LLC

04/01/2026

03/30/2026

What are you doing the rest of the school year—and this summer—with a child who struggles with big emotions?

If your child is:
• Having daily meltdowns or “crashing out”
• Breaking, hitting, or throwing things when upset
• Needing extra help to calm down
• Needing extra help to not hurt themseves or others
• At risk of hospitalization—or already has been
• Needing extra help with boundaries

You are not alone. And you don’t have to figure this out by yourself.

We’re here to help.

Caris Kids Camp is an intensive behavioral program designed specifically for children ages 8–12 who need extra support managing emotions and behaviors.

This isn’t just a camp—it’s structured, therapeutic support that helps kids:
✔ Learn how to regulate big emotions
✔ Reduce aggressive or unsafe behaviors
✔ Build coping skills that actually work
✔ Gain confidence and stability

And it helps YOU feel supported as a parent again.

Spots are limited. We serve: Madisonville, Hopkinsville, Muhlengberg, and opening soon in Paducah.
If you know a family who needs this, please share.

Let’s help our kids finish the school year strong—and step into summer with support, not stress.

Call Caris today 270-871-6667

02/17/2026

Caris Counseling Behavioral Health Group
Serving families in Madisonville, Central City, and Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Do you know a child between the ages of 8–12 who is struggling with suicidal thoughts, self-harm behaviors, emotional dysregulation, or intensive behavioral challenges?
Has your child:
Been suspended or placed in in-school suspension?
Been expelled from school?
Experienced difficulties at home resulting in being sent out of the home?
Required hospitalization due to severe behaviors?

If so, you are not alone — and help is available.
At Caris Counseling Behavioral Health Group, we are committed to supporting children and families through difficult seasons. Our team provides compassionate, structured, and skill-based services designed to help children stabilize, grow, and succeed at home, at school, and in the community.

Please call us today to learn how we can support you and your loved one:
📞 270-871-6667
📞 270-681-0231

Or come in to our main office 744 Princeton road Madisonville Kentucky.

Let us partner with you in creating hope, healing, and positive change.

02/11/2026

Please share if you know anyone who could benefit from our amazing kids program.

01/19/2026

Gardening regulates and settles the nervous system naturally. The day we did this intervention every child was quiet, attentive, and engaged.🪴

11/27/2025

🌟 Feeling overwhelmed by panic attacks? You’re not alone! 🍬 While professional support is key, sometimes a little sweetness can help. Sour candy can provide a quick distraction. Remember, it’s important to find what works for you. 💖 If you’re struggling, reach out for help. Your mental health matters!

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Sour candy can literally help stop a panic attack.

According to mental health experts, the intense flavor acts as a grounding technique—its sharp, jarring taste pulls attention away from overwhelming thoughts and into the immediate physical sensation.

This redirection can help interrupt the cycle of spiraling anxiety, bringing individuals back to the present moment. Additionally, the act of chewing and the surge in saliva production may support the body's calming response, offering a sense of control during distress.

While not a cure or replacement for therapy, this sensory-based strategy can serve as a quick, practical tool in moments of high anxiety. As noted by experts cited by Utah State University, sour candy can be particularly helpful in grounding exercises used during panic attacks. However, they caution that frequent or intense anxiety should always be assessed by a healthcare professional to ensure appropriate long-term care.

Source: Utah State University Extension. (2023). Managing Anxiety with Grounding Techniques.

Al-Ghaili O

UPDATE-
We are so grateful to everyone's reaction to this post. Please give us feedback if you have tried it and how it worked for you! And if you are able please follow us! Please donate and help us in our mission to continue to raise awareness and support parents and caregivers raising children with Complex Trauma! 💚
💚 Donation Options 💚

Venmo: -Families

CashApp: $AttachFamilies

Zelle, PayPal, GooglePay: Donations.attachfamilies@gmail.com

Mailing Address
Attach Families Inc.
9805 Statesville Road Suite 6156
Charlotte, NC 28269
United States

EIN-83-2090828

11/21/2025

It’s with deep sadness, Caris Counseling shares the news of the passing of our beloved counselor, Ms. Carol Moore, LPC. Ms. Carol was a dedicated and loyal member of our team for many years, providing invaluable support to those facing mental health and substance use challenges. Her commitment to helping others and her compassion for those in need made a lasting impact. Her absence will be profoundly felt, and she will be greatly missed by all of us at Caris. Rest in peace, Ms. Carol. You are loved and missed.

https://www.masonbrothersfuneralservices.com/obituaries/carolyn-moore?fbclid=IwZnRzaAOM4TJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeGuyy-lqiyJcriTA5VBWj2uZTHlGl_MG0ht-E63CAsV006oCr3FgHnbXbwxs_aem_iJfNYC5_sq7iHE6b6enPdA

View Carol Sue Moore's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/16/2025

Don’t stay at home wondering if support is available for your child—because it is! Caris Cares.

If your child is between the ages of 8 and 12 and facing emotional or behavioral challenges, Caris Kid Camp and our after-school program can provide the assistance they need. We don’t replace your child’s therapist; instead, we offer intensive support and help to help keep kids on track, avoid trouble at school, and stay out of the hospital. Contact Caris 270-681-2273 today to schedule an appointment for Caris Kids Camp (office or virtual appointments are available).

11/01/2025

Trunk or Treat 2025 for the kids has come to a close, and goodies for staff was a fantastic success too! Enjoy your evening and stay safe.

08/12/2025

Looking for a therapeutic after-school program? We’ve got you covered! Here are the highlights:

✅ **Free transportation** to and from camp.

✅ **Hours:** 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM.

✅ **Curriculum:** Emotional regulation, mindfulness, social skills, cooking, laundry, and more!

✅ **Support for:** ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, emotional regulation issues, high-functioning autism, and more.

✅ **Free for Medicaid recipients!**

📞 Call (270) 871-6667 to schedule an assessment and secure your spot!

Have questions? Reach out at
Cariscounseling@gmail.com