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.
- Madigan Family Clinical Research Postdoctoral Fellow
Dr. Kate Collison is the Madigan Family Clinical Research Postdoctoral Fellow at The Family Institute. She treats individuals and couples for a wide range of clinical problems and psychosocial stressors. Dr.
- Therapist
Laura is trained as a social worker and spent eight years in the field, during which time she transitioned to focus primarily on therapy.
- Staff Therapist
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.
- Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Michelle Gavin is a board certified psychiatrist who specializes in the outpatient treatment of mood and anxiety disorders. She is a graduate of the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and received her training in adult Psychiatry at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
- Department Chair, Counseling Program (on campus & online)
- Clinical Professor
- Therapist
Dr. Baptiste, in practicing therapy, is not just "flying by the seat of [her] pants." Apart from being a therapist, she is also a mental health educator and scholar, and both her interventions and guidance are based in research science, while maintaining best practices. Ms.
- Therapist
Leon Abbey, M.A., LCPC is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Trauma Professional with over four years of experience in community mental health. Mr. Abbey prioritizes creating a collaborative, safe, and culturally sensitive space that honors client autonomy and identity.
We have several satellite locations in addition to our four main facilities.