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.

Miranda Parries counselor
Miranda Parries, Ph.D., LCPC
  • Associate Program Director, Counseling Program
  • Core Faculty, Counseling Program
  • Clinical Lecturer
  • Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), CBT-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT-informed, Discernment Counseling, Humanistic Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston

As an experienced counselor, Dr. Parries is dedicated to working collaboratively with her clients to bring about positive change in their lives. Through the use of solution focused and cognitive behavioral theories and techniques, she seeks to assist clients with their difficulties. Dr.

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Zoe Goldstein
Zoë Goldstein, Psy.D.
  • Madigan Postdoctoral Clinical Research Fellow
Types of Therapy:
Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Sex Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston

Zoë Goldstein, Psy.D. (she/her) is a postdoctoral clinical research fellow at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. She earned both her Psy.D. and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and a B.A. in Psychology from McGill University.

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therapist jonathan sutton
Jonathan Sutton, Ph.D.
  • Director of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies Program
Types of Therapy:
Brief Consultation (1-6 Sessions), CBT-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Diagnostic Assessment, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Locations:
Teletherapy

Dr. Sutton began his psychotherapy training at The Family Institute and is very pleased to return. During his doctoral training at Northwestern University, he received specialized training in CBT for both anxiety disorders and depression.

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Paris Ball
Paris J. Ball, Ph.D.
  • Postdoctoral Clinical Scholar Fellow
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couple Therapy, DBT-informed, Diagnostic Assessment, Emotion Focused Therapy, Family Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Neuropsychological Testing
Locations:
Teletherapy, Chicago, Evanston

Paris J. Ball, Ph.D. (she/her) is a Postdoctoral Clinical Scholar Fellow at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. She earned her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Virginia. Prior to her current role, Dr.

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Emma Meyerhoff therapist
Emma Meyerhoff, LCSW, CADC
  • Staff Therapist
Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Meditation, Mindfulness & Behavior Therapies, Relational Cultural Therapy
Locations:
Teletherapy, Evanston

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.

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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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Our Locations

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