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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, Counseling Program
  • Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies
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.

  • Therapist
  • Post Graduate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Fellow
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), DBT-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT-informed
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago

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

  • Core Faculty, Marriage & Family Therapy Program
  • Clinical Lecturer
  • Senior Therapist
  • Primary Branch: MSMFT On-Campus
Types of Therapy:
Couple Therapy, Family Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy
  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Meditation, Humanistic Therapy, DBT-informed, CBT-informed
Locations:
Teletherapy, Northbrook

Rich Gauthier works with individual adults using mindfulness, compassion, and values-based therapy approaches. He works collaboratively with clients to identify their important values and goals and encourages them to take steps to lead more fulfilling lives.

  • Therapist
  • Teaching Faculty, Marriage & Family Therapy Program
  • Clinical Assistant Professor
Types of Therapy:
Couple Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Northbrook

Dr. Alexandra Solomon is a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University and a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University.

  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Meditation, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago

Emma Meyerhoff received her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from The University of Chicago and is a staff therapist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. With a particular interest in DBT and ACT, Ms.

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