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Erin Fowler, MA, MSW Intern Erin is a first-level intern at Family Horizons receiving advanced training on the intersection of family law and mental health. Erin is a mid-life career changer who obtained her first master's degree at the University of Chicago in 2006. She has since spent 18 years working in visual arts administration and programming. Currently, Erin is pursuing her Masters in Social Work at Loyola University Chicago, with an interest in working with either teens or in palliative mental health. Erin's decision to transition into clinical social work and therapy social work a stems from a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals facing challenges. This motivation has been a thread in her personal and volunteer life since her youth and was further strengthened by her involvement in various non-profit social service organizations, where she actively engaged with diverse communities and witnessed the transformative power of therapeutic interventions. Having spent nearly 20 years in the visual arts, Erin has honed her skills in relationship management, empathy, and communication, which she believes are integral qualifications for a therapist. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated an ability to bridge diverse perspectives and foster an understanding and appreciation for the human experience through art. Erin loves open water, travel, yoga, animals, art, architecture, and good books. She lives in Evanston with her husband, two kids, two cats, and dog. Education & Background Masters in Social Work, Loyola University Chicago (Expected 2026) Master of Arts in Humanities, University of Chicago (2006) Bachelor of Arts in History of Art, University of Michigan (2004) Adjunct Lecturer, The Art Institute of Chicago (2008-2016) Mom's Demand Action (2023-Present) University of Chicago Urban Education Institute Partner's Committee (2015-2020) Young Women's Leadership Charter School (2011-2015)

Meet our Team Our therapists have specialized training to treat relationship issues, life transitions, acute and complex trauma, difficulties in emotion regulation, and mood and anxiety disorders. Our clinical team is comprised of a culturally and ethnically diverse group of master’s-level therapists and professional trainees who are committed to offering high-quality counseling services. All therapists have experience and expertise in working with a wide variety of clinical settings and client concerns. Beginning services can sometimes be a stressful and confusing process, regardless of where you may be at this point in your journey. We are here to support you. Virginia Torres Ryan, LCSW, JD Founder & Practice Owner, Individual Therapist Rachael Siemon-Carome, LCSW Supervising Clinician, Child & Individual Therapist Marlene Arteaga, MA, LPC Child & Family Counselor Kate Dawson, MSW, LSW Child & Family Therapist, Clinical Intake Coordinator Lisa Macias, MSW, LSW Child & Family Therapist Keri McGuire, MSW, JD Individual & Couples Therapist Nina Rickett-Green, MSW, LSW Child & Family Therapist Tony Silker, MSW, LSW Child & Family Therapist, Custody Evaluator Sara Harris Master's-Level Social Work Intern Erin Fowler, MA Master's-Level Social Work Intern Sharon Alvarado Master's-Level Social Work Intern Natalia Obrochta Master's-Level Social Work Intern Spencer Palmer Master's-Level Social Work Intern Jessica Dawson Master's-Level Social Work Intern

Kate Dawson, MSW, LSW Kate holds dual roles at Family Horizons, combining her expertise as a psychotherapist with her role as Intake Coordinator. In her clinical work, she provides compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy to clients, while as the Intake Coordinator, she skillfully manages the entire intake process, ensuring a seamless and supportive experience for all new clients within the practice. She works with children, adolescents, young adults, and families navigating complex life transitions, attachment challenges, and various behavioral and emotional difficulties. Kate's warm and non-judgmental approach combined with her knowledge and implementation of evidence-based interventions allows for transformative change. She has extensive experience and training in working with survivors of trauma, domestic violence, and crisis intervention. She understands the complexities of the legal system, and compassionately supports families through difficult seasons of life, whether that be separation, divorce, co-parenting, or adoption. Kate received her Master's in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago, specializing in Advanced Clinical Practice. She completed her first-level internship with Family Horizons, followed by her role as a Student Clinician, eventually becoming a Child & Family Therapist with the team. Kate completed her clinical internship at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago within the Pritzker Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, where received advanced training and served as a primary therapist within the Partial Hospitalization Program. Kate is also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200), with specialized experience in trauma-informed practice and children's yoga. She has been certified in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics, a clinical assessment tool and approach that integrates core principles of neurodevelopment and traumatology to inform her work with children and families. Kate has also received training in Theraplay, which guides her work in child-caregiver attachment and bonding. Education & Background Masters in Social Work, Advanced Clinical Practice, Loyola University Chicago Bachelor of Social Work, Loyola University Chicago Licensed Social Worker, State of Illinois Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) and Certified Children’s Yoga Teacher Level One Theraplay & Marschak Interaction Method (MIM), Theraplay Institute Member of Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics, Phase I Training Parenting Coordination Training, AFCC Clinical Specializations Complex Trauma & PTSD Child and Adolescent Play Therapy Mood and Anxiety Disorders Additional Expertise ADHD Domestic Violence Family Conflict LGBTQIA+ Life Transitions & Stress Women's Issues

Nuestros servicios Child Custody Evaluations Mental Health Examinations Therapeutic Parenting Time Reunification Therapy Co-Parenting Therapy Family Horizons es una práctica clínica privada que brinda servicios de psicoterapia y servicios forenses relacionados con el divorcio y los niños. Obtenga más información a continuación. Servicios de Psicoterapia Divorcio y Paternidad

Sharon Alvarado, MSW Intern Sharon is a second-level intern and master's-level clinician at Family Horizons receiving advanced training on the intersection of family law and mental health. Sharon is currently a Program Specialist for the Mentorship & Workforce Development Team at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. Sharon graduated with a double BA in Sociology and Political Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago and has been working in program coordination and development for 5+ years. Sharon is a Chicago Native, currently living on the Northwest Side of the city. She loves to go on adventures, travel, and explore different coffee and food shops throughout Chicago. Sharon is very passionate about empowering Chicago's youth and working towards improving the quality of healthcare services available in under-resourced neighborhoods. In Sharon’s current role, she mentors and oversee over 500+ students yearly, engaging students in various programming with their team and be able to expose them to unlimited careers in healthcare. She also runs communications and social media for her team. Sharon has always had an interest in healthcare, which has landed her to pursue to apply to Graduate School for a master’s in social work. She is entering her last year as a grad student at Loyola University in the MSW Program. Sharon is a first gen student, and is looking forward to graduating and earning her degree Spring of 2025.

Nina Rickett-Green, MSW As a transnational, transracial adoptee, Nina understands firsthand the need to create a solid foundation of identity and purpose amidst feelings of being misunderstood, unrepresented, and alone. Nina felt the experience of an adoptee as one always living in the in-betweens, but the more she lives the more she learns that every single person knows the feeling of being “not enough” of something. As a lifelong reader and writer, Nina naturally employs the power of story and metaphor in the therapeutic space to co-write a new narrative with her clients, one in which they are the protagonist of their lives. Nina completed her second-year Master’s level clinical internship at Family Horizons prior to joining the team as a therapist. She received her MSW at the University of Illinois at Chicago Jane Addams School of Social Work, and created her own Bachelor of Arts major entitled “Social Change: Activism and Agency” with a concentration in Race and Ethnic Studies at St. Olaf College. Nina is passionate about helping people understand and overcome experiences of trauma, familial conflict, and internal struggles to uncover what lies at the root and how we can begin to nurture regrowth. You can expect Nina to use a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic techniques, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to address issues of anxiety and mood disorders, divorce and attachment concerns, and self esteem in settings of individual, family reunification and co-parenting therapy. With a background in nonprofit and social justice work, Nina will bring in questions about the many varying intersections of identity one may carry and how that has affected their selfhood. Education & Background Masters in Social Work, University of Illinois at Chicago Bachelors of Arts, St. Olaf College Clinical Specializations Anxiety & Mood Disorders Family Conflict & Divorce Child Therapy Additional Expertise Adoption & Attachment Eating Disorders Trauma & PTSD Life Transitions & Stress

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Library & Resources A curated selection of our team's most recommended reading and other resources to compliment the process and support your growth. Trauma & PTSD What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, & Healing by Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle by Mark Wolynn Mood & Anxiety When Panic Attacks by Dr. David Burns It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle by Mark Wolynn Child & Adolescent What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, & Healing by Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle by Mark Wolynn Trauma & PTSD This is a Paragraph. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start editing the content and make sure to add any relevant details or information that you want to share with your visitors. Mood & Anxiety This is a Paragraph. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start editing the content and make sure to add any relevant details or information that you want to share with your visitors. Mood & Anxiety This is a Paragraph. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start editing the content and make sure to add any relevant details or information that you want to share with your visitors.

Rachael Siemon - Carome, LCSW As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Rachael's approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, aimed at helping individuals effectively manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, navigate through trauma, and foster enhanced self-esteem. Rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices, she is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s transitions, whether it's navigating a career change, relationship shifts, the loss of a loved one, or the transition into parenthood. Additionally, Rachael has extensive experience in addressing challenging family dynamics and fostering healthier communication patterns and relationships. She is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals to achieve lasting positive change. Together, Rachael and her clients embark on a journey of growth, healing, and empowerment towards a more fulfilling life. Education & Background Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of Illinois Masters in Social Work, University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice Graduate Program in Health Administration and Policy (GPHAP) Certificate, University of Chicago College of William and Mary, Bachelors in English & Hispanic Studies 40-Hour Performance-Based Mediation Skills Training, Center for Conflict Resolution 40-Hour Illinois State Certified Domestic Violence Training Clinical Specializations Anxiety Stress Self-Esteem Additional Expertise Behavioral Issues Coping Skills Depression Family Conflict Grief Life Transitions Peer Relationships Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Relationship Issues Trauma and PTSD

Resources Mental Health Crisis Support 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 is the a three-digit dialing code that will connect callers or texters in crisis to trained counselors that will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained Crisis Counselor. Free 24/7 support at your fingertips. CARES & SASS Phone: 800-345-9049 Crisis hotline, mental health evaluation, and other services for youth and adults in Illinois with Medicaid. The Trevor Project Call 866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678 Available 24/7 for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis. Trained counselors provide 100% free and confidential support through phone, text, or chat options on their website. Thresholds Living Room Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Located at: 4423 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640 The Living Room is a free, confidential walk-in option for mental health crisis support on the north side of Chicago. It is an entirely peer-led crisis stabilization option as an alternative to psychiatric hospitalization. Trilogy First-Response Alternative Crisis Team (FACT) Phone: 800-322-8400 Provides urgent mobile response and interventions, as well as follow-up support, for individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis. Fact operates in Rogers Park, Edgewater, West Ridge, Uptown, Skokie, and Evanston. Domestic Violence National Domestic Violence Hotline Call 800-799-7233 or Text BEGIN to 88788 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides free, confidential, and compassionate support and resources to survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. City of Chicago Domestic Violence Helpline Phone: 1-877-863-6338 The City of Chicago Domestic Violence Help Line is a 24-hour, toll-free confidential number that provides services and information for those experiencing domestic violence. Between Friends Chicago 24-Hour Crisis Line: (800) 603-4357 Between Friends is dedicated to preventing domestic violence and ending the cycle of abuse by equipping communities in Chicago with the tools necessary for everyone to feel safe and equal in their relationships. Offers counseling, court advocacy, and crisis intervention services to survivors. Sexual Assault National Sexual Assault Hotline Call 800-656-4673 or chat online at online.rainn.org 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Sexual Assault Hotline provides free, confidential, and compassionate support and resources to survivors of sexual assault, violence, and harrassment. Mujeres Latinas En Acción Phone: 888-293-2080 Offers services for anyone requiring support in cases of sexual abuse or domestic violence on a walk-in basis with no appointment needed. Provides crisis intervention, court advocacy, community education, referrals, and other resources. Resilience (Medical and Legal Advocacy) Phone: 312-443-9603 Highly trained medical advocates are on call 24 hours a day to provide in-person crisis support to survivors of sexual assault and abuse at 15 hospitals located in Chicago. Legal advocates are also available to support in navigating the criminal justice processing or civil remedies. You will receive support regardless of whether or not you choose to report to law enforcement. Advocacy & Legal Aid Family Rescue Legal Advocacy Program Call 800-360-6619 Assists survivors of domestic violence with intervention, counseling, and legal advocacy. Supports with often complex and confusing legal issues, such as orders of protection, child support, custody, and divorce. Ascend Justice Phone: 312-971-5932 Empowering individuals and families impacted by gender-based violence and the child welfare system. Provides support with housing, safety concerns, employment, public benefits, court proceedings, and more. Sarah's Inn Phone: 708-386-4225 Offers comprehensive support and intervention services for children and families impacted by domestic violence. Provides legal support to help ensure that survivors of domestic violence receive equal rights and protection under the law.

Nuestros servicios Family Horizons es una práctica clínica privada que brinda servicios de psicoterapia y servicios forenses relacionados con el divorcio y los niños. Obtenga más información a continuación. Servicios de Psicoterapia Divorcio y Paternidad

Marlene Arteaga, MA, LPC As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marlene brings warmth, compassion, and understanding to her work with clients and families. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, exhausting, and filled with obstacles. Marlene places emphasis on building trust and rapport with each person. She is a firm believer that each person deserves to work with someone whom they can trust and freely open up with. Marlene's approach to therapy is to help individuals overcome those obstacles, reconnect with themselves, their loved ones, and their world. She finds that there is a huge importance in ensuring that each person can find their voice and is able to use it to advocate for their needs. As a result of her history of working at Chicago Public Schools, Marlene has extensive experience helping children work towards and meet their goals. Marlene enjoys working with teens and adults on a variety of issues ranging from ownership and accountability to relationship issues, and generational differences. She uses a multicultural framework with all of her clients and offers individual, family, and couples therapy. Marlene has experience working with children, teens, and adults on a variety of issues ranging from ownership and accountability to relationship issues and generational differences. She uses a multicultural framework with her clients. Education & Background Licensed Professional Counselor Gottman Method Couples Therapy Trained – Level 1 & 2 Member of Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health, Chicago State University Bachelor of Science in Psychology & Sociology, Central Michigan University Member of Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Clinical Specializations Child & Adolescent Divorce & Separation Co-Parenting & Couples Additional Expertise Anxiety & Mood Disorders Grief & Loss Personality Disorders Racial Identity Relationship Issues Thinking Disorders