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Our Therapists

When you work with one of us, you work with all of us. We are a diverse team of therapists who partner together. Our collaborative approach of sharing knowledge and skills ensures the best possible outcomes. 

Please note that not all listed therapists are taking new clients at this time.

  • Therapist
  • Teaching Faculty, Marriage & Family Therapy Program
  • Clinical Assistant Professor
Types of Therapy:
Couple Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Northbrook

Dr. Alexandra Solomon is a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University and a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University.

  • Clinical Research Psychologist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), CBT-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couple Therapy, DBT-informed, Diagnostic Assessment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Discernment Counseling, Interpersonal Therapy, Meditation, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Psychodynamic Therapy, Sex Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston, Northbrook

Dr. Hayley Fivecoat is a licensed clinical psychologist who treats individuals and couples for a wide range of clinical problems and psychosocial stressors.

  • Postdoctoral Clinical Fellow
Types of Therapy:
Couple Therapy, Diagnostic Assessment, Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Premarital Counseling, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago, Evanston

Rev. Betsy Scott is a systemic therapist, trained in family systems’ theories, as well as advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy. She approaches therapy collaboratively and holistically.

  • Therapist
  • Transitions to Parenthood Program
Types of Therapy:
Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), CBT-informed, Couple Therapy, DBT-informed, Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Meditation, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Premarital Counseling, Psychodynamic Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy
Sharday Love is a therapist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. Before joining The Family Institute, Ms. Love spent four years at a group private practice, using a multiculturally sensitive approach to create a welcoming space; she worked with individuals and couples from diverse…
  • Therapist
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Team
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT-informed, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston, Northbrook
Melissa Hill’s (she/her) passion is helping youth, adolescents and young adults learn to navigate their mental health. She uses warmth, empathy and humor to create a space where individuals can feel empowered to make changes for themselves.
  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Meditation, Humanistic Therapy, DBT-informed, CBT-informed
Locations:
Teletherapy, Northbrook

Rich Gauthier works with individual adults using mindfulness, compassion, and values-based therapy approaches. He works collaboratively with clients to identify their important values and goals and encourages them to take steps to lead more fulfilling lives.

We have several satellite locations in addition to our four main facilities.