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Forrest Behavioral Health Illinois, 2500 W Higgins Road Unit 1220, Hoffman Estates, IL (2026)

10/17/2026

🚨 Signs You May Be Headed Toward Burnout

Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. Sometimes, your mind and body start sending signals before you realize you’re running on empty.

🧠 Constant exhaustion, even after rest
😤 Feeling more irritable or overwhelmed
💭 Difficulty concentrating or staying motivated
🚪 Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities you enjoy
😴 Changes in sleep patterns
💔 Feeling emotionally drained or disconnected

Remember: You don’t have to hit a breaking point to deserve a break. Prioritizing your mental health isn’t selfish — it’s necessary.

Slow down, set boundaries, and give yourself permission to recharge. You can’t pour from an empty cup. 💙

10/17/2026

🚨 Signs You May Be Headed Toward Burnout

Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. Sometimes, your mind and body start sending signals before you realize you’re running on empty.

🧠 Constant exhaustion, even after rest
😤 Feeling more irritable or overwhelmed
💭 Difficulty concentrating or staying motivated
🚪 Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities you enjoy
😴 Changes in sleep patterns
💔 Feeling emotionally drained or disconnected

Remember: You don’t have to hit a breaking point to deserve a break. Prioritizing your mental health isn’t selfish — it’s necessary.

Slow down, set boundaries, and give yourself permission to recharge. You can’t pour from an empty cup. 💙

09/15/2026

📣 Meet Kamryn Malloy, Clinical Group Therapist, at Forrest Behavioral Health! 🌟

Kamryn earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Indiana University and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University. As a collegiate volleyball player, she developed a strong work ethic, sharp time-management skills, and a deep appreciation for team cohesion which are values she carries into her clinical work today.

Kamryn is a Certified Somatic Therapy Foundations Practitioner (CSTFP) and a Certified Forest Therapy Guide, bringing a mind-body approach to healing. She helps clients reconnect with their body’s internal signals, build a felt sense of safety, and address symptoms at their root, not just manage their symptoms. With experience across multiple levels of care, including detox/residential, PHP, IOP, and private practice, Kamryn brings a well-rounded, integrative perspective to her work with clients.

We are very excited to have Kamryn joining the Forrest Behavioral Health team! 🙌

09/10/2026

📣 Meet Diane Proano, APRN, PMHNP-BC! 👋

We’re proud to have Diane, one of our board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, here at Forrest Behavioral Health. Diane provides compassionate, individualized psychiatric care, including evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management.

We’re grateful to have her as part of the Forrest team! 💙

09/08/2026

🐾 One of our clinicians, Patrick, and his dog Jack are a special part of the Forrest Behavioral Health family. ❤️

Therapy dogs like Jack can provide comfort, connection, and a calming presence for individuals as they navigate their mental health and recovery journeys.

At Forrest, we believe healing can happen in many ways—and sometimes, a wagging tail and a little unconditional love can make all the difference. 🐶💙

09/05/2026

💚 Another great review from one of our alumni!

We’re incredibly grateful to our alumni for taking the time to share their experiences and for allowing us to be part of their journey. Your words mean so much to our entire team and inspire us to continue providing compassionate, meaningful care.

Thank you for your trust and support! 🌿

09/01/2026

This September is National Join us in supporting the millions of individuals in recovery across the country! 🙌💪💜

At forrestbh_il we encourage everyone to speak openly and compassionately to help break the stigma and offer hope to those struggling. 💜🙏

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08/31/2026

📣 Meet Kayla Elaine, Yoga Therapist, at Forrest Behavioral Health! 🌟

Kayla is a trauma-informed yoga therapist specializing in movement, mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic awareness within mental and behavioral health treatment. With seven years of experience supporting individuals navigating trauma, addiction, and recovery, Kayla brings a compassionate and individualized approach to her work.

Her practice focuses on helping clients reconnect with their bodies while developing practical tools for grounding, emotional regulation, and stress management. Through mindful movement, breathwork, meditation, and sensory awareness, Kayla helps clients strengthen nervous system regulation and develop a greater sense of safety, balance, and connection throughout their healing journey. 🧘‍♀️

We are thrilled to welcome Kayla to the Forrest Behavioral Health team! 🙌🙏

08/27/2026

📣 Meet Annmarie Gacek, Clinical Director, at Forrest Behavioral Health! 🌟

Annmarie earned both her bachelors and masters degrees in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). To better serve her clients she earned an additional certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT).

She has devoted her career to supporting those struggling with both addiction and mental health challenges. She has experience working with clients in a variety of settings including Residential, PHP, IOP and Community Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse programs.

She is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care and supporting individuals throughout their journey toward recovery and improved mental health. In her role as Clinical Director, Annmarie is committed to fostering a collaborative, client-centered environment where both clients and staff can thrive.

We are very excited to have Annmarie leading our clinical team at Forrest Behavioral Health! Her expertise, leadership, and dedication to our clients make her an incredible addition to our team. We look forward to all she will bring to Forrest and the impact she will continue to make on the lives of our clients and their families. 🙌

08/25/2026

📣 Meet Billy Lewis, Director of Operations, at Forrest Behavioral Health! 🌟

Billy is a dedicated behavioral health leader with more than 15 years of experience in program operations, regulatory compliance, and team leadership. As Program Director, he oversees outpatient services with a focus on delivering high-quality, client-centered care while fostering operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Throughout his career, Billy has led multidisciplinary teams across a variety of behavioral health settings, including acute psychiatric, residential, detoxification, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs. His expertise includes program management, staff development, quality improvement, audit readiness, policy implementation, and strategic operations. He is recognized for building collaborative teams, streamlining processes, and creating environments that support both staff success and positive client outcomes.

Billy holds a Master of Public Administration from National University, a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services from Columbia College, and an Associate of Arts from Elgin Community College. He is passionate about strengthening behavioral health services through compassionate leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

We are very excited to have Billy leading the way at Forrest Behavioral Health! 🙌

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