Therapists & Locations

Our therapists are notable for their high quality academic backgrounds, professionalism and lifelong commitment to advancing their skills. Our treatment is empirically informed, theoretically grounded and culturally responsive. Behind each clinician is our team of more than 110 clinicians allowing for ongoing information sharing, consultation and effective referrals at four Chicagoland locations.

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.

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Dawn Livorsi, D.S.W., LCSW

Core Faculty, Counseling Program

Types of Therapy:

Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couple Therapy, Diagnostic Assessment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Family Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Premarital Counseling, Psychodynamic Therapy

Locations:

Teletherapy, Evanston

Dr. Livorsi has over fifteen years of experience, with much of her career focusing on the clinical needs of children, adolescents and their families. Having provided clinical leadership in a variety of therapeutic settings, including alternative school placements and residential programs, Dr.

Meet Dawn

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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Elizabeth Mika, M.A., LCPC

Therapist

Types of Therapy:

Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), CBT-informed, Couple Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy

Locations:

Teletherapy

Elizabeth Mika has spent over 30 years working with diverse populations of all ages and cultural backgrounds in private practice, as well as in community mental health, inpatient and college settings.

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Chris Akel, M.S.W.

Staff Therapist

Types of Therapy:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couple Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Meditation, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Psychodynamic Therapy

Locations:

Teletherapy, Chicago, Evanston

Chris Akel, M.S.W. (he/him) is trained in a variety of 3rd wave theories including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and the Unified Protocol. Prior to his time at The Family Institute, Mr.

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Pamela Martinez, LCPC, LPHA

Therapist

Types of Therapy:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), CBT-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT-informed, Diagnostic Assessment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Integrative Systemic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Meditation, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies

Locations:

Teletherapy, Chicago

Pam Martinez is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who completed undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois and earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychological Counseling from Chicago State University. Ms.

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Tamara Faulkner, LCSW, CADC

Therapist
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Types of Therapy:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couple Therapy, Diagnostic Assessment, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Premarital Counseling, Psychodynamic Therapy

Locations:

Teletherapy, Chicago, Northbrook

As a dual-careerist, Ms. Faulkner comes to therapy with an appreciation for the benefits and consequences of life as we live it. She works collaboratively with clients to identify strengths and goals using behavioral, cognitive, emotional and spiritual modalities.

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