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.

Lesley Fisher
Lesley Fisher, M.S., LMFT
  • Director, Couple Services
  • Community Program Supervisor
Types of Therapy:
Couple Therapy, Discernment Counseling, Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Premarital Counseling
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston

Lesley Fisher (she/her) is passionate about working with families and couples facing medical challenges and/or developmental disabilities.

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Marcus D. Smith
Marcus D. Smith, Ph.D., LCPC
  • Staff Therapist
  • Counselor Educator
  • Clinical Supervisor
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston

Dr. Smith graduated from University of Maryland, College Park with a Bachelors in Psychology in 2009 and earned a masters in Clinical Counseling and doctorate in Counseling Education and Supervision from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

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Michael Goldstone
Michael Goldstone, LCSW
  • Staff Therapist
  • Associate Director, Emerging Adults
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT-informed, Humanistic Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy
Mr. Goldstone is a full-time therapist at The Family Institute and provides treatment to individuals. In treatment, Mr. Goldstone systematically helps his clients gauge their individualized needs and provide techniques to best help them adjust. He offers a mindfully eclectic approach, where he…
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Kristina S. Brown, Ph.D., LMFT
  • Department Chair, Marriage & Family Therapy
Types of Therapy:
Couple Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Premarital Counseling
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston
Meet Kristina
Stephanie Bowman
Stephanie Bowman, Ph.D., J.D., M.A., LCPC
  • Affiliate Therapist
Types of Therapy:
CBT-informed, Couple Therapy, DBT-informed, Humanistic Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Northbrook
Stephanie Bowman (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She believes that present concerns are rooted in patterns that began in the past. Stephanie understands that a secure and trusting relationship between the counselor and client can facilitate an emotionally healing experience…
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Leon Abbey
Leon I. Abbey, M.A., LCPC
  • Therapist
Types of Therapy:
CBT-informed, Couple Therapy, DBT-informed, EMDR Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago

Leon Abbey, M.A., LCPC is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Trauma Professional with over four years of experience in community mental health. Mr.

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Our Locations

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