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.

Nikki Lively
Nikki Lively, M.A., LCSW
  • Clinical Director, Transitions to Parenthood Program
  • Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Couple Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago
Ms. Lively is a certified Emotionally Focused couples Therapist ​and Supervisor (EFT), ​Certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International and ​trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Her main area of expertise is supporting women, men,…
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Nate Simonton-Epstein, LCP
Nate Simonton-Epstein, LCP
  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT-informed, Emotion Focused Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Humanistic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy
Asking for help is never easy. Asking for help with our mental health can be even more difficult because many of us grow up learning to deal with our thoughts and feelings on our own. Whether you decide to seek counseling or not, even learning about available treatment options is an important step…
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jennifer vanboxel therapist
Jennifer White VanBoxel, LMFT, Ph.D.
  • Core Faculty, MSMFT Program
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
  • Clinical Lecturer of Psychology at Northwestern University
  • Primary Branch: MSMFT On-Campus
Types of Therapy:
Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), CBT-informed, Couple Therapy, DBT-informed, Discernment Counseling, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Premarital Counseling
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago, Evanston

Jennifer VanBoxel, LMFT. Ph.D. (she/her) is a systemic therapist with advanced training in evidence-based models, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) trauma therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), and Prepare/Enrich Premarital Therapy.

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art therapy Amber Przybla
Amber Przybyla, LCPC, ATR-BC
  • Therapist
  • Art Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Integrative Systemic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston, Northbrook
Amber Przybyla is an Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her Masters of Arts in Counseling: Art Therapy at Adler University. She has experience working with children, adolescents and teens who experienced anxiety, depression, neurodevelopmental disorders, barriers…
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Grace Schmidt
Grace Schmidt, M.S.W., LCSW
  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT-informed, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago

Grace Schmidt (she/her) is a dedicated mental health clinician with a strong background in psychology and social work.

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puja shah
Puja Shah, M.A., LCPC
  • Director of the Bette D. Harris Clinic & Community Programs
Types of Therapy:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Meditation, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston

Ms. Shah strives to create a safe and collaborative therapeutic environment that is client centered. She has extensive training and experience with Cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and providing trauma-informed care.

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Our Locations

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