Sheppard Pratt

04/13/2026

Adefolake Akinsanya, MD, leads our adolescent female unit as Service Chief with dedication, compassion, and expertise. Her commitment to supporting her team and caring for patients and families reflects the very best of Sheppard Pratt. Thank you for your hard work, Dr. Akinsanya! 💚
To learn more about adolescent care, visit: https://go.sheppardpratt.org/4lvhfrx
To join our team, click here: https://go.sheppardpratt.org/3XgcHKS

04/10/2026

From the moment we wake up to the time we fall asleep, we are engaging in occupations. Occupations refer to any activity that has meaning to you; activities that inspire you to reach physical and emotional health and well-being. At Sheppard Pratt, we make sure that our patients and students have access to the best occupational therapy services available!
To learn more about occupational therapy, visit: https://go.sheppardpratt.org/3E93XiZ

04/09/2026

Our in-house OCD expert, Jon Hershfield, MFT, director of the Sheppard Pratt Center for OCD and Anxiety, recently spoke with Shannon Sky about OCD and recovery. Watch the full conversation at

This is an interview with one of the best-known therapists, authors, advocates, and educators on OCD recovery!!

04/08/2026

We reached out to Tom Flis, MS, BCBA, LBA, LCPC, clinical director at the Sheppard Pratt Center for Autism, to find out the top 5 most common questions about autism. His response:
1. What is autism?
2. My two year old is always lining up his toys and walking on his tippy toes. Does he have autism?
3. My child has officially been diagnosed with autism. What do I do now?
4. My child is about to become an adult and lose services. What do I do?
5. My three year old hasn’t started talking yet. Is this a sign of autism?
To find out Tom's answers, tap here: https://go.sheppardpratt.org/46EnHGr

04/06/2026

Every one of our employees is dedicated to the people we serve and love showing up every day to care for our clients and communities. 💗 Curious about the careers available at Sheppard Pratt? Tap here https://go.sheppardpratt.org/3XgcHKS to explore open job options!

04/04/2026

There are numerous ways to stay mentally healthy, with diverse treatment options that fit different personalities and lifestyles. A few of those are:
- Psychotherapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Creative arts therapy
- Telemedicine
And so many more! Tap here https://go.sheppardpratt.org/3P1I0aF to find the option that is right for you. 💚

04/02/2026

Happy Autism Acceptance Month! Join us all month long as we share resources and more for the neurodivergent community and their family and friends. 💚

03/30/2026

Today we're celebrating all of our wonderful doctors here at Sheppard Pratt! Thank you for showing up every day with care and compassion, sharing your expertise, and helping people heal. 💚 Happy Doctors' Day!

03/30/2026

03/30/2026

Working in philanthropy means working with employees, donors, and community partners. Rachel Ermer, director of stewardship and gift management, tells us her story about how she found her home in the nonprofit philanthropy field. Watch Rachel's story today!

Are you interested in working in the nonprofit field? Tap the link https://go.sheppardpratt.org/3XgcHKS to apply online today.

03/29/2026

In recognition of World Bipolar Day, March 30, we’re dispelling five of the biggest myths about bipolar disorder:
▪️ At any given time, you can only be manic OR depressed, not both. > False!
▪️ Medication is the only way to tackle bipolar disorder. > False!
▪️ A manic state means you’re happy. > False!
▪️ There is only one type of bipolar disorder. > False!
▪️ You can’t lead a fulfilling life if you have bipolar disorder. > False!
Tap here https://go.sheppardpratt.org/3DGc3Q6 to learn more.

03/27/2026

What is a social worker? Social workers are professionals who help clients cope with problems they are having and foster skills and strengths. Social workers also provide case management services to individuals and families.💚
If you're interested in joining our social work team, tap here: https://go.sheppardpratt.org/45GXV3G