Bette D. Harris Clinic

Bette D. Harris Clinic Offering FREE mental health services to those who qualify.📱Call our Client Care Team at 847-733-4300

This Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we're continuing to share reflection...
05/20/2026

This Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we're continuing to share reflections from Guanyu Wang, LMHC, a Postdoctoral Clinical Scholar Fellow at The Family Institute at Northwestern University.

In this piece, she takes a closer look at Asian American and immigrant fathers, the complexity of raising a family across cultures and generations, and the unique strengths that shape their relationships with their children.

Her perspective is grounded in both her clinical work and her own research with immigrant families.

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4dzaSjj

Perfectionism and having goals aren't the same thing. đź’™ For Mental Health Awareness Month, we're sharing another Mental ...
05/19/2026

Perfectionism and having goals aren't the same thing. đź’™

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we're sharing another Mental Reset, skills for building a healthier mindset and learning to let go of perfectionism, based on insights from Mairin Wilkie, LCSW, a therapist at The Family Institute.

Having standards for yourself is healthy, but when the pursuit of flawlessness leads to self-criticism and anxiety, it may be time to zoom out. You are capable of showing yourself the same compassion you'd show anyone else.

If you're looking for support, you can connect with a therapist and learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/498B0A5

This Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we're honored to share a new article...
05/15/2026

This Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we're honored to share a new article from Guanyu Wang, LMHC, a Postdoctoral Clinical Scholar Fellow at The Family Institute at Northwestern University.

In the article, she reflects on the history of AANHPI communities in the U.S., why May was chosen for this observance, and the layered story of a community whose contributions, resilience, and presence have profoundly shaped American life.

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4nsDmQl

Heading into a new week, take a moment for a mental reset. 💙For Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re sharing simple “Men...
05/11/2026

Heading into a new week, take a moment for a mental reset. đź’™

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re sharing simple “Mental Resets” — small mindfulness practices that can help you feel grounded during stressful or overwhelming days.

Taking a moment to pause, notice your surroundings, and reconnect with the present can support emotional well-being.

If you’re looking for support, connect with a therapist and learn more here: https://www.family-institute.org/about-us/bette-d-harris-family-child-clinic

Final tickets are now available for In Session with The Family Institute ✨Join us on May 7th for an intimate evening at ...
04/23/2026

Final tickets are now available for In Session with The Family Institute ✨

Join us on May 7th for an intimate evening at The Arts Club of Chicago with Vienna Pharaon, bestselling author of The Origins of You, in conversation with Nancy Burgoyne, Ph.D.

Together, they will explore how family dynamics shape who we are, how we relate, and how we show up in our lives today.

The evening will include:
• A live conversation with leaders in behavioral health
• A complimentary copy of The Origins of You
• A chance to meet Vienna after the program
• Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres
• Entry to a curated raffle featuring local experiences

Proceeds support the Bette D. Harris Family & Child Clinic, providing free care to more than 1,200 individuals each year.

Secure your seat today: https://www.family-institute.org/in-session. We would love to have you there! 🤍

In Session is just around the corner ✨Join us for an evening of engaging conversation with Vienna Pharaon and Nancy Burg...
04/16/2026

In Session is just around the corner ✨

Join us for an evening of engaging conversation with Vienna Pharaon and Nancy Burgoyne at The Arts Club Chicago.

Tickets are limited and going quickly. We encourage you to secure your spot soon. We hope you can join us!

Secure your ticket here:
https://www.family-institute.org/in-session

Raffle tickets for our upcoming In Session event are now available for pre-order! 🎟️We’ve curated an amazing mix of expe...
04/10/2026

Raffle tickets for our upcoming In Session event are now available for pre-order! 🎟️

We’ve curated an amazing mix of experiences, from cultural outings to wellness and favorite Chicago spots, featuring packages from our community partners.

To make winning your favorite prize even easier, purchase your raffle tickets in advance, pick them up at check-in, and place them in the raffle for the packages you’re most excited about!

Preview packages and pre-order here:
https://www.family-institute.org/in-session-raffle

We’re proud to share that Dr. Anthony Chambers, Chief Academic Officer at The Family Institute at Northwestern Universit...
04/08/2026

We’re proud to share that Dr. Anthony Chambers, Chief Academic Officer at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, was recently featured in Everyday Health, offering expert insight on how chronic illness can impact relationships.

The article explores how conditions like rheumatoid arthritis can shift relationship dynamics, introducing new emotional challenges, changing roles, and requiring couples to adapt in new ways.

Dr. Chambers emphasizes the importance of approaching these changes as a team, grounded in communication, empathy, and mutual support.

“You need to feel like teammates working against this external thing.”

Read the full article here:
https://www.everydayhealth.com/rheumatic-conditions/how-rheumatoid-arthritis-can-affect-your-marriage/

At The Family Institute, we are dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through life’s most complex experiences with care and compassion.

Therapy isn’t always defined by a single moment, but by the relationship and progress that build over time.That growth c...
04/06/2026

Therapy isn’t always defined by a single moment, but by the relationship and progress that build over time.

That growth comes through trust, consistency, and the space to reflect and evolve through different stages of life.

The reflections in this post come from real client experiences at the Bette D. Harris Clinic, highlighting the depth of care and long-term support that therapy can provide.

For many, therapy becomes a steady place to better understand themselves, navigate life’s challenges, and move forward with greater clarity.

Take your first step and learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/4dCXD2N

Why do we show up the way we do in our relationships?So much of it can be traced back to patterns we carry, often withou...
04/03/2026

Why do we show up the way we do in our relationships?

So much of it can be traced back to patterns we carry, often without even realizing it, patterns shaped by our early environments, relationships, and experiences.

Understanding those patterns can bring clarity to how we think, feel, and connect. đź’­

Curious what patterns you might carry? Vienna Pharaon offers a quiz to help you identify your “origin wound,” which can be a helpful starting point for reflection (https://bit.ly/4cofGZa).

If this resonates with you, we’d love to invite you to In Session, a special evening with Vienna Pharaon, LMFT. She will be leading a live conversation exploring these patterns, where they come from, and how they show up in our lives and relationships.

Join us on May 7th at The Arts Club Chicago.

✨ Every ticket includes a copy of The Origins of You, and Vienna will be signing books at the event.
🎟️ Less than 20 tickets remain, be sure to get yours today!

Reserve your seat here: https://www.family-institute.org/in-session

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out lately, you’re not alone. Stress is a natural part of being hu...
04/01/2026

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out lately, you’re not alone.

Stress is a natural part of being human, but sometimes even a small pause can help you reset, even just for a moment.

Taking a breath, stepping outside, or giving yourself a few quiet minutes can make more of a difference than you might think.

April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to slow down, check in with yourself, and take care of yourself in small, meaningful ways.

If you’ve been feeling stressed, you don’t have to navigate it alone, our team is here to support you.

Get started here: https://bit.ly/3FMMPxc

What’s your favorite way to reset? ✨

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Evanston, IL
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