Rachael Sytsma-Ramos
(She/Her/Hers)
Psychologist
We want to f*ck the system and help clients feel more empowered in the world. We can't heal in the broken systems that made us ill in the first place.
Hi! I'm Rachael and I've been working with clients since 2010. With a strong background in Feminist Relational Psychology, my goal for my work with clients is to help them examine the systems of oppression they operate within and figure out what the hell they want to do about it. While this may not seem directly related to the reason you're seeking therapy, I believe taking a hard look at how these systems impact you may help us understand the "why" behind your illness. I strive to make every client feel cared for, accepted, and safe; while gently challenging them to become more empowered and their own advocate. You'll get curse words and Feminist theory, with a goal of liberation for all peoples. I'm Queer, Poly, a parent, culturally Jewish, pro-Palestine, Atheist, with a lot of experience helping survivors of trauma, people in IPV relationships, newly diagnosed Neurodivergent folx, ENM folx, and Gender diverse clients. I am actively engaged in my own Anti-Racist work and am learning how to decolonize my therapy practice daily.
Practice hours (CST)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Abuse
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autism
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality
- Burnout
- Career
- Childhood Abuse
- Conflict Resolution
- Depression
- Divorce
- Financial Concerns
- Gender Identity
- Grief and Loss
- Intimacy Concerns
- Life Transitions
- Loneliness/Isolation
- Panic
- Parenting Concerns
- Peer Difficulties
- Personal Growth
- Physical Assault
- Polyamorous relationship
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Pregnancy/Loss of Pregnancy
- Relationship Violence/Stalking/Harassment
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
- School Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Assault
- Sexual Concerns
- Sexual Identity
- Social Anxiety
- Spiritual/Religious Concerns
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Special groups
- Body positivity
- Neurodivergent people
- People of color
- People who are bisexual
- People who identify as gay
- People who identify as lesbian
- People who identify as non-binary
- People who identify as queer
- People with disabilities
- People with HIV or AIDS
- Professional Healthcare Providers
- Transgender
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Couples Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Attachment-Based Therapies
- Culturally-Sensitive Therapy
- Mindfulness Training
- Feminist Therapy
- Relational Psychotherapy
Location
Accommodations
Entering the practice
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Door can be opened easily
- Service animals allowed
- Emotional support animals allowed
Getting around
- Wide hallways (36” or 90cm)
- Elevators
Settling in
- Wide entry to clinician space
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
$150 — $200per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – Illinois
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Illinois
- Documentation provided for patient filling
- In-network insurance
- Single case agreement
- Out-of-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- Sliding scale
- I offer a free consultation
Payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Other
Credentials
Licenses
Clinical Psychologist
071.009651, Illinois
Education
Illinois School of Professional Psychology
PsyD (Doctor of Psychology), 2016
I studied Diversity and Multicultural Psychology with a focus on Queer Health.