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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.

  • Core Faculty, Marriage & Family Therapy Program
  • Clinical Lecturer of Psychology at Northwestern University
  • Therapist
  • Assistant Director of Clinical Training and Supervision On-Campus
  • Primary Branch: MSMFT On-Campus
Types of Therapy:
CBT-informed, Couple Therapy, Discernment Counseling, Family Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston

Mr. Venketramen helps couples, individuals and families overcome a variety of conflicts related to finances, attachment styles, intimacy, addictions, family transitions, mood disorders, infidelity and discernment therapy.

  • Core Faculty and Clinical Training Director, Counseling Program
  • Clinical Lecturer
Types of Therapy:
CBT-informed, Couple Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy

Donna Mahoney, Ph.D., has an extensive background involving teaching, clinical practice, supervision, presenting and mentoring. Her clinical work spans 30 years, focusing on anxiety disorders, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder and relational issues, involving couples and families…

  • Visiting Core Faculty
  • Clinical Supervisor
  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston
Dr. Ostrander is a licensed clinical professional counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life transitions, emotional challenges, and trauma recovery. A trauma-informed and culturally sensitive therapist, Dr. Ostrander is deeply committed to helping clients…
  • 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.

  • Clinical Research Psychologist
  • Affiliate Faculty, Counseling Program
  • Clinical Lecturer, Department of Psychology
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago, Evanston

Dr. Kate Collison is a licensed clinical psychologist and research faculty member at The Family Institute. She treats individual adults for a wide range of clinical problems and psychosocial stressors, including anxiety, depression, OCD, substance use, and transition to parenthood. Dr.

  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago
Daniela Vidal 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. Vidal has worked in medical and private practice settings,…

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