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.

William P. Russell
William P. Russell, LCSW, LMFT, BCD
  • Director of Faculty, Marriage and Family Therapy Program
  • Clinical Associate Professor of Psychology at Northwestern University
  • Senior Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Integrative Systemic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston, Westchester
For over 40 years, Mr. Russell (he/him) has practiced systemic psychotherapy, developed and administered mental health service programs, and trained and supervised therapists. He has worked in academic institutions, community agencies, a private practice, a therapeutic school and the Veterans…
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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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Ariel Horvitz, Psy.D.
  • Therapist
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Team
Types of Therapy:
Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Meditation, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston, Northbrook

Dr. Horvitz received her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Child and Adolescent Studies. Her background is working with children, teens, families and parents. She has also worked with adult clients regarding emerging adulthood stress and new parent concerns.

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Megan Dyer, therapist
Megan Dyer, M.A., LCPC, NCC
  • Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Emotion Focused Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Meditation, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago
Megan Dyer (she/her) works to create a collaborative and safe space with all her clients. She works with individuals and groups utilizing an integrative approach drawing from trauma informed, psychodynamic and strengths based techniques to promote recovery and healing.
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Ethan Husbands, NCC
  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago

Mr. Husbands earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Northwestern College in Orange City Iowa. There he served as a research assistant on several research teams as well as was an intern at a crisis center for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

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Nancy Burgoyne
Nancy Burgoyne, Ph.D., ABPP
  • Chief Clinical Officer
Types of Therapy:
Integrative Systemic Therapy, Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), Family Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago
Nancy Burgoyne, Ph.D., (she/her) is the chief clinical officer at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and a family therapist who abides by the scientist-practitioner model. She has more than 30 years of experience providing direct service to…
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Our Locations

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