Mental Health
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support
SAMS provides mental health care and psychosocial support to help individuals heal from trauma, rebuild confidence, and strengthen community resilience.
Helping Hand: Supporting Youth Resilience in Jordan & Lebanon
Adolescents face unique challenges in displacement, anxiety, bullying, depression, and trauma. SAMS’ Helping Hand program offers group therapy, counseling, and community engagement to help youth build coping skills and resilience.
- Jordan: 369 youth joined ten group sessions using cognitive behavioral techniques. 81% reported improved well-being and reduced symptoms. A free digital game also supports emotional expression through role play, journaling, and videos. Educators and social workers are trained to sustain the program and refer high-risk youth.
- Lebanon: 900 adolescents and caregivers participated in awareness sessions, with 675 completing the full course. All showed at least a 30% improvement in psychological well-being. SAMS also delivered 240 counseling sessions and recruited 90 adolescents into a growing Peer Leadership Network that helps shape and expand the program.
Success Story
Immediate Gaza Relief
A 14-year-old girl from Irbid faced bullying and low self-esteem. Through Helping Hand sessions, she learned to express herself, build relationships, and regain confidence.
“I found my voice. I realized I’m not defined by what others say—I’m stronger than I thought.”
Impact Overview
- 1,269 total beneficiaries
- 240 counseling sessions
Advancing Mental Health
Education in Syria
SAMS provides mental health care and psychosocial support to help individuals heal from trauma, rebuild confidence, and strengthen community resilience.
- Clinical Psychology Master’s (2 years): 14 students enrolled, with practicums at hospitals supported by UOSSM, PAC, and Sened.
- Psychiatric Nursing Diploma (1 year): 20 graduates in Azaz; 12 graduates in Ar-Raqqa.
- Psychosocial Support Diploma (1 year): 27 graduates in Ar-Raqqa.
- Trauma Training: 19 providers completed Children’s Accelerated Trauma Technique (CATT) training in August 2024, with top participants moving toward trainer certification.
Six Years of Impact with the Schooner Foundation
Since 2019, SAMS and the Schooner Foundation have advanced community-based mental health services for Syrian refugees and displaced populations in Jordan. In 2024, the initiative reached 9,201 individuals and delivered 14,506 services. This effort strengthens national and international mental health frameworks, including the Jordan Response Plan and WHO recommendations, by building local capacity and supporting long-term resilience.
Mental Health & Psychosocial
Support in Turkey
In 2024, SAMS reached 13,734 beneficiaries in Türkiye, delivering 34,643 medical and psychosocial services to communities impacted by conflict and displacement.
- Physical Therapy: 18,800 sessions for elderly patients and those recovering from injury or surgery.
- MHPSS Services: 16,414 sessions in Kilis and Gaziantep, including counseling, therapy, and psychoeducation.
- Specialized Care: Children with autism and developmental delays received tailored support at the TMH Center.
- Refugee Health: 9,526 services delivered in partnership with RASAS to expand access to primary and mental health care.
Success Story – Overcoming Trauma in Kilis
A 45-year-old woman who endured years of domestic violence sought support at SAMS’ Kilis MHPSS Center. Over 14 sessions, she received psychoeducation, CBT, and relaxation training. Her panic attacks stopped, her mood improved, and she regained confidence to care for her home and re-engage with her community.
Impact Summary: Turkey (2024)
13,734
Beneficiaries
34,643
Total services delivered
18,800
Physical therapy sessions
16,414
Mental health services