Dr Robyne Howard
Psy.D.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing therapy to adults, couples, and families. For more than 25 years, I have helped clients create meaningful, lasting change and build lives that feel more grounded, connected, and fulfilling.
My practice focuses on supporting individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and stress, as well as couples who want to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. Using the Gottman Method and other evidence-based approaches, I help partners better understand one another, move through conflict more effectively, and develop practical tools that foster lasting change.
I also work with emerging adults and executives facing major life and career transitions. As a trained life and executive coach, I support clients in clarifying goals, managing stress, and moving forward with greater confidence and direction.
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches to address both immediate challenges and the deeper patterns that shape them. I believe the best results come from combining practical tools with meaningful self-understanding.
I earned my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and my master’s degree from Columbia University. I completed postdoctoral training at Ravenswood Community Mental Health Center and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, where I remained on staff for 12 years supervising graduate students, family practice physicians, and consulting to medical clinics.
Before entering private practice, my clinical and consulting work included hospitals, community mental health centers, residential treatment facilities, and corporate settings. I am a member of the American Psychological Association, Illinois Psychological Association, Midwest Psychological Association, and Psychologists in Independent Practice.
