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
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Team
- Therapist
Emily Perepa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
- Therapist
- Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies Program
Karla Hargrove brings a diverse background of education and life experiences into her healing work as a trauma-centered psychotherapist. She received a M.A. in Counseling Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and is an IL Certified Domestic Violence Advocate.
- Postdoctoral Fellow
- AAMFT Supervisor Candidate
Dr. Jamie Blalock (she/her) graduated with her Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Science, specializing in couple and family therapy and quantitative research methods from The Ohio State University. Dr.
- Core Faculty, MSMFT Program
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- Primary Branch: MSMFT On-Campus
Jennifer VanBoxel 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.
- Therapist
- Coordinator, Cognitive Behavioral Therapies Program
Mr. Nikiforov is a staff therapist at the Family Institute.
We have several satellite locations in addition to our four main facilities.