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

Narcissistic relational dynamics are some of the most difficult patterns to identify, and some of the most damaging to m...
08/11/2026

Narcissistic relational dynamics are some of the most difficult patterns to identify, and some of the most damaging to miss.

The Invisible Web is a continuing education training built specifically for mental health professionals who want to recognize these dynamics earlier, understand their impact more deeply, and know which clinical interventions actually work.

You'll leave equipped to:

🔍 Clarify common misconceptions of narcissism
🔍 Identify patterns of control, inconsistency, and shifting expectations
🔍 Understand how these dynamics affect self-trust and agency
🔍 Evaluate which clinical interventions are most effective and when

Join us September 24, 2026 in Chicago. Start your morning with a free Clinician Open House from 9 to 10 a.m., then move into the CE training from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Early bird pricing ends soon!

Learn more and register on our website: https://www.family-institute.org/clinician-open-house-and-invisible-web-continuing-education-training

Summer is supposed to feel like a breath of fresh air. But for a lot of us, it ends up feeling just as full as the rest ...
07/29/2026

Summer is supposed to feel like a breath of fresh air. But for a lot of us, it ends up feeling just as full as the rest of the year.

In this month's Tip of the Month, Jocelyn Nelson, LCPC shares some grounded, practical ways to actually rest this summer, not just wish for it. From slowing down and being more present to letting go of perfectionism and setting boundaries that protect your time, this one is worth a read.

Read the full article on our website: https://www.family-institute.org/behavioral-health-resources/making-most-summer-tips-rest-during-busy-season

We're pleased to share two events coming to Chicago this September!On Thursday, September 24th, The Family Institute is ...
07/20/2026

We're pleased to share two events coming to Chicago this September!

On Thursday, September 24th, The Family Institute is hosting a morning designed for mental health professionals and those in the behavioral health field:

Clinician Open House | 9–10am — A chance to connect, network, and enjoy breakfast with colleagues. Registration is required and attendance is free.

The Invisible Web: Continuing Education Training | 10am–12:30pm — A CE training for mental health professionals led by Melissa Prusko, Psy.D., NATC, exploring narcissistic relational dynamics through a clinical lens. Early bird pricing available through August 14th: $75.

Learn more and register here: https://www.family-institute.org/clinician-open-house-and-invisible-web-continuing-education-training

The final whistle has blown. ⚽ For millions of fans, the World Cup is one of the most electric experiences in sports. Th...
07/20/2026

The final whistle has blown. ⚽

For millions of fans, the World Cup is one of the most electric experiences in sports. The energy, the passion, the collective joy of watching the best in the world compete on the biggest stage. So when it's over, the quiet that follows can feel surprisingly heavy.

And for some, it's more than just the tournament ending. It's watching a favorite player compete for the last time, or wondering what comes next after four years of anticipation.

In his latest article, Daniel E. Wilsea, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC, CMPC explores the emotional weight of athletic endings and what it means to grieve something that was never just a game.

Read the full article on our website: https://www.family-institute.org/behavioral-health-resources/final-whistle-summer-goodbyes

Friendship betrayals feel just as difficult as a breakup, but they rarely get the same recognition.This month, Jocelyn N...
07/01/2026

Friendship betrayals feel just as difficult as a breakup, but they rarely get the same recognition.

This month, Jocelyn Nelson, LCPC, walks through what friendship betrayal really looks like and a few ways to move forward.

Read the full Tip of the Month on our website here: https://bit.ly/4eOLKpe

July is BIPOC Mental Health Month, named in honor of Bebe Moore Campbell, the author and advocate who fought to bring me...
07/01/2026

July is BIPOC Mental Health Month, named in honor of Bebe Moore Campbell, the author and advocate who fought to bring mental health conversations into communities of color.

Mental health looks different across communities, and so do the barriers to care. This month exists to recognize those differences, honor resilience, and push for access that actually reaches everyone.

We're proud to do this work alongside our clients and community, all month long.

Love Looks Like... Home. 🏳️‍🌈Home isn't always a place. Sometimes it's a feeling, a person, a community, or simply the c...
06/30/2026

Love Looks Like... Home. 🏳️‍🌈

Home isn't always a place. Sometimes it's a feeling, a person, a community, or simply the comfort of being fully yourself.

This Pride Month, we explored what love looks like in all its forms. Being seen. Being accepted. And finally, coming home. Thank you for following along with our Love Looks Like... series.

We're honored to be a resource and support for LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and families, this month and every month!

Emotional immaturity and narcissism can be hard to tell apart, at least at first.In her latest article, Melissa Prusko, ...
06/26/2026

Emotional immaturity and narcissism can be hard to tell apart, at least at first.

In her latest article, Melissa Prusko, PsyD, NATC, explores the real difference between the two, and why it matters for how we understand change in relationships.

Read the full article on our website at: https://bit.ly/3QLKfjz

This Pride Month, we're exploring what love looks like in all its forms.Sometimes showing up means offering support. Oth...
06/24/2026

This Pride Month, we're exploring what love looks like in all its forms.

Sometimes showing up means offering support. Other times, it means listening without judgment, staying curious, or making space for someone else's experience. It isn't about having the perfect response. It's about being present and demonstrating care through our actions.

Read through for the third part of our Love Looks Like... series, rooted in research and insights from our own clinicians, that we're sharing all month long.

June is PTSD Awareness Month.Trauma can affect the way people think, feel, and respond to the world around them. While P...
06/23/2026

June is PTSD Awareness Month.

Trauma can affect the way people think, feel, and respond to the world around them. While PTSD is often associated with flashbacks, trauma can also impact sleep, concentration, emotions, relationships, and a person's sense of safety.

Because the effects of trauma are not always visible, trauma-informed care encourages us to look beyond symptoms and consider the experiences, relationships, and circumstances that may influence a person's wellbeing.

At The Family Institute, our clinicians provide evidence-based, trauma-informed care to help individuals, couples, families, and children navigate trauma and build resilience.

Learn more about our services at family-institute.org.

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Evanston, IL
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