Updates & Announcements

Mental Health Awareness Month is a vital reminder of the importance of mental well-being, and offers us an opportunity to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health struggles. We recognize that mental health is a journey, and our doors are always open to those seeking guidance and support. Whether you are navigating personal struggles or supporting a loved one, know that you are not alone. Together, we can work towards building a healthier, more…

The Family Institute at Northwestern University invites you to join us for the second annual Gratitude Gala on May 8, 2024. This fundraising event will feature a fireside chat with honoree Ben Zobrist, a silent auction, a raffle, cocktails, passed hors d'oeuvres and food stations, entertainment and more. All proceeds will benefit The Bette D. Harris Family & Child Clinic, which provides free mental and behavioral therapy services for individuals, couples and families …

We are seeking couples for a research study at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. We are interested in studying how unemployment impacts romantic relationships and people’s individual well-being, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Family Institute has launched three new teams within our clinical practice: Trauma, Emerging Adults and Sexuality. This structure allows our clinicians to focus their expertise on specific areas of behavioral health, which enhances the quality of care for our clients. Learn more about each sub team:

Join us on Wednesday, February 7 at 12:00pm CT for the Parent Coaching and Support for School-Aged Children webinar.

Join us on Wednesday, December 13 at 12:00pm CT for the Holiday Stress & Wellness webinar.

If you missed our recent Circle of Knowledge event, you can now view the recording of the Inner Healing Through Grief and Loss webinar.

This World Mental Health Day, we want to remind you that you are not alone. According to the 2023 State of Mental Health in America Report, in the United States alone, twenty-one percent of adults are grappling with their mental health. Mental health struggles affect millions of individuals and families worldwide, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.