Katelyn Easter, Lmft

My Approach

I am a down-to-earth and warm, yet direct, therapist who strives to make you feel heard, seen, and validated for your experience. I guide clients to an understanding as to why behaviors or patterns might be occurring as I believe it is important to know why they are occurring in order to prevent them from continuing or resurfacing. After providing empathy and understanding, I then begin to challenge clients to implement learned skills and techniques to reach their goals. I want to provide you with more than just quick fixes. I want to provide you with lasting changes. 

This is why I believe exploring and understanding the context in which a client lives is imperative as this will guide what treatment, skills, and techniques will work for their particular family, environment, or situation.

My Passions

I find such joy working with couples and children. Being able to help a child learn ways to express themselves, seeing a family provide support and connection in a difficult situation, and guiding a couple to integrate their lives while respecting their individuality is incredible to witness.

My Experience

M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University  

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

Certified Divorce Mediator

Adjunct Professor in Chicago

Individual Supervisor at The Family Institute at Northwestern University

Candidate for Approved Supervisor of AAMFT