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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
Types of Therapy:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Diagnostic Assessment, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago, Evanston
Dr. Young has worked as a therapist on several treatment studies funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, including: treatment of adolescent depression (TADS), cognitive therapy for the prevention of suicide attempts, prevention of recurrence in chronic depression, stress in MS, and…
  • Post-Graduate Clinical Fellow
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), DNA-V modality, Process-Based Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Meditation, Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), DBT-informed
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago

Karem's therapeutic approach focuses on emotional experiencing and the transformative power of being present to what life has to offer. He employs a mindful approach to help individuals foster a sense of agency and belonging, and to let go of suffering.

  • Core Faculty, Marriage & Family Therapy Program
  • Clinical Lecturer
  • Senior Therapist
  • Primary Branch: MSMFT On-Campus
Types of Therapy:
Couple Therapy, Family Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy
  • Postdoctoral Clinical Fellow
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Couple Therapy, DBT-informed, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago, Evanston

There is a solid base of empirical evidence supporting that psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness-based cognitive interventions, and acceptance and commitment therapy effectively treat an array of conditions. Though Dr.

  • Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), CBT-informed, Couple Therapy, DBT-informed, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy, Sex Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago

Mr. Hernandez’s extensive training and work experience has allowed him to work with clients of different ages and cultural backgrounds, presenting with a diverse range of symptoms.

  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago

Daniela Van Pelt is a bilingual (Spanish-English) therapist who is passionate about partnering with adults of all backgrounds struggling with anxiety-based and obsessive-compulsive disorders. Prior to joining The Family Institute, Ms.

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