Dr. Karlie Mirabelli works with children, adolescents, families, and adults. She helps children and families with concerns at school and at home, as well as with family and peer relationships. She is experienced working with college-aged clients as they navigate their transitions into higher education and adulthood. In addition, Dr. Mirabelli enjoys working with adult clients. Her focus is on emotional and behavioral difficulties across the lifespan, including but not limited to ADHD, social anxiety, separation anxiety, OCD, generalized anxiety, trauma, existential concerns, and depression. She also conducts comprehensive psychological, academic, and neuropsychological evaluations with all ages.

Dr. Mirabelli understands that the therapeutic relationship is among the most important factors in a positive therapeutic experience, and as such, she believes that psychotherapy is just as much of a place to laugh and celebrate joys as it is a place to grieve and manage disappointments. Dr. Mirabelli takes a collaborative approach to therapy, drawing from a feminist and social justice lens in order to guide clients towards personal liberation. She is well-versed in several modes of psychotherapy, such as ACT, CBT, trauma-focused CBT, CPT, exposure therapy, and behavioral therapy.

As a member of PSYPACT, Dr. Mirabelli can treat via telehealth clients who live in the following participating states and territories: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia (Washington, DC), Florida, Georgia, Idaho, (Illinois), Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming, as well as Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI).

Dr. Mirabelli is a graduate of East Carolina University where she earned a Doctorate in Health Psychology with a specialization in Pediatric School Psychology and before that, a Master of Arts in School Psychology. In her free time, Dr. Mirabelli enjoys exploring the city of Chicago with her friends, family, and dog. She loves to kayak, bike along the lake, read, attend concerts, try new restaurants, and watch movies.

Alexandra Milbourn is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor working with adults, adolescents and children experiencing distress or conflict that interferes with their quality of life. Her clinical areas of strength include complex trauma, adjustment difficulties, relationship difficulties, anxiety, and mood disorders. Alexandra is passionate  about creating a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space, while providing authenticity that humanizes the vulnerable experience of therapy. Her therapeutic approach is integrative and holistic in nature, wherein she focuses on the cohesion between the mind and the body. Alexandra makes use of evidence-based practices such as: trauma-informed, person-centered psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral therapies, tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients.

Alexandra earned her Master’s Degree in Forensic Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and her undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Criminology from Florida State University. She brings clinical experience in private practice and the inpatient setting, alike, experiences that provided her opportunities to treat diverse populations that included children, adolescents, and adults, all of whom presented with a wide range of mental health concerns and diagnoses. These experiences shaped Alexandra’s appreciation for psychotherapeutic intervention and prevention across the lifespan, and the particular role that psychotherapy plays in the capacity to strengthen emotional regulation and healthy connections  for children and adolescents. Alexandra approaches psychotherapy with adults with a trauma-informed lens and has received supervised training in sex therapy. Additionally, Alexandra’s education and training include forensic-based services and insight into mental health challenges within the justice system.

In her free time, Alexandra enjoys trying new restaurants, yoga, running, traveling, walks along the lakefront and spending time with friends and family.

Rebecca Lebovitz is a psychotherapist working at Wellington Counseling Group. She recently earned her M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from DePaul University and is certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention by the Crisis Prevention Institute. Rebecca received her undergraduate education at the University of Maryland, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in general biology..

Rebecca brings to her role experience working with children, adolescents, their families, and adult clients in clinical areas such as school-refusal, depression, complex anxiety, and low self-esteem. Rebecca takes an Existential and Cognitive Behavioral approach to therapy, aiming to empower her clients to regain their sense of control through building an individualized toolkit of coping skills they can utilize in and out of sessions. Rebecca works collaboratively with her clients to create a therapeutic space that is curious, nurturing, and safe, all necessary ingredients for pursuing lasting growth and self-understanding.

In her free time, Rebecca loves spending time with her family and friends, trying new restaurants around Chicago, sketching, reading, and finding new TV shows to binge!

Cressie Goode is a psychotherapist who works with young adults and adults, both virtually and in person at our Lakeview and River North offices. Cressie obtained her Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from DePaul University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Cressie’s areas of clinical focus include work with individuals—especially women—who are experiencing relational conflict, family discord, childhood or more recent trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and lifestyle transitions. She also assists individuals who are exploring LGBTQIA+ identities with a rare degree of cultural awareness. In her treatment, Cressie primarily utilizes Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) techniques and attachment theory to guide treatment with her clients and is a committed believer in the healing power of relationships. She is also trained in EMDR – a research-backed modality that utilizes bilateral stimulation to help process trauma that we feel is ‘stuck’ in our brains and in our bodies. Cressie believes the key to effective and useful therapy is the strength of the relationship between client and therapist, and builds a strong rapport with clients to make sure each of them feels heard, cared for, and understood. 

Cressie graduated with her bachelor’s degree at the University of Iowa, majoring in psychology and creative writing. Cressie believes art can be a great therapeutic tool and draws upon her own artistic educational background by introducing reading and writing exercises into her work with clients in innovative ways.

In her free time, Cressie enjoys attending yoga classes, hanging out with loved ones, and visiting local restaurants. She has two cats named Freckles and Mac, who you may see pop up in your next telehealth session!

Sharon Ganellen is a veteran psychotherapist with a wealth of experience under her belt. She has worked in a variety of mental health and school settings over the last 20 years and has focused extensively in helping children and their families. Sharon’s next chapter begins now at Wellington Counseling Group, where she will help adults, couples, and families seeking positive changes in their lives and working to reach their full potential. Sharon also provides consultation and advocacy for parents and children who are navigating a variety of educational challenges in hopes of being appropriately served by their school districts’ resources.

Sharon works from a family systems orientation, incorporating elements from other recognized treatment approaches, as well. With every case, she aspires to work collaboratively with clients, to allow them to realistically assess their situation, identify their options, and to then effectively implement changes in their lives to reach their goals.

Sharon earned an MSW from Jane Addams College of Social Work at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is a lifelong learner who always tries to add new tools to her toolbox so that she can better help her clients.

Sharon is a Master Gardener who has volunteered at the Chicago Botanic Garden for over 20 years and holds a brown belt in Aikido. Sharon also has an extensive background in experiential education and has worked on several Teams Challenge courses. In her free time, Sharon loves to read, listen to music, cook, travel, and spend time in nature with her husband.

Dr. Michael Feinstein works with adolescents and adults, offering psychological treatment for a wide variety of presenting concerns. His area of specialty is trauma/PTSD and enjoys providing EMDR therapy to individuals in his care. Other areas of specialty for Dr. Feinstein include anxiety, depression, addiction, identity development & exploration, self-esteem & self-worth development, interpersonal & familial conflict, and life transitions. Dr. Feinstein also provides psychological evaluations.

Dr. Feinstein’s approach to therapeutic practice is primarily rooted in humanistic and Person-Centered philosophies, utilizing a modern Rogerian style that emphasizes empathy, empowerment, and personal exploration. He frequently incorporates approaches from modalities such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), existentialism, and psychodynamic concepts, as well. Dr. Feinstein’s philosophy for therapeutic practice is that everything brought to therapy is rich in meanings that can be explored and understood, no matter how distressing or puzzling it may appear to others. He aims to create a supportive, safe, and welcoming environment where such an exploration can take place and healing can begin to unfold. Throughout therapy, Dr. Feinstein strives to maintain a deep commitment to accurately understand you and your lived experiences, respect your autonomy, and empower individuals to live a more peaceful and personally meaningful life.

Dr. Feinstein is a graduate of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, where he earned a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. He has experience treating individuals from across the lifespan throughout a wide variety of settings. These include private practice, community mental health centers, nonprofit agencies, college counseling centers, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and crisis centers.

In his free time, Dr. Feinstein likes to stay active and frequently rides his bike along the lakefront and attends yoga and Pilates classes. He also enjoys playing video games, boardgames, seeing live music, exploring the local restaurant scene, and watching sports.

As a member of PSYPACT, Dr. Feinstein can treat via telehealth clients who live in the following participating states and territories: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia (Washington, DC), Florida, Georgia, Idaho, (Illinois), Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming, as well as Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI).