Dr. Kirsten Raether, PsyD, Darien, IL

About Dr. Kirsten Raether

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Groups

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Kirsten Raether

Dr. Kirsten Raether is a Psychologist in Illinois. She received her B.S. in Psychology from Illinois State University and then went on to receive her M.Ed. and Psy.D. in School Psychology from the APA-accredited Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. Dr. Raether is also a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP). She completed her pre-doctoral internship through the University of Arizona Psychology Internship Consortium, where she worked for Tucson Unified School District in both primary and secondary schools. Dr. Raether completed her post-doctoral fellowship at Brain and Body Integration in Denver, Colorado where she completed psychological, neuropsychological, and learning disorder evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Raether has also been trained in alternative school settings for children and adolescents to manage challenging behaviors that take place in an academic setting. Dr. Raether specializes in working with individuals who have experienced difficulties related to anxiety, depression, learning, and trauma. She also enjoys working with those who are navigating life changes and experiencing life stressors. With a strong commitment to providing client-centered care, Dr. Raether prioritizes understanding individual needs and preferences to tailor therapy practices accordingly. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, Dr. Raether creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at their own pace, fostering personal growth and healing. With a caring and understanding approach, Dr. Raether is committed to supporting each client in their mental health journey. Out of the office, Dr. Raether enjoys weightlifting and nutrition, going to concerts, self-care practices, traveling, and spending time with her dog, Ozzy.

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During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Childhood Trauma

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Childhood Trauma

Depression

New Patient Visit

Office location

Dr. Kirsten Raether, PsyD also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - Illinois

7900 S Cass Ave, Darien, IL 60561

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Illinois

Education and training

Chicago School, PsyD in School Psychology
Illinois State University (Bachelor's)
Chicago School, MEd in School Psychology

NPI number

1235984170

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Kirsten Raether?

Generally, Dr. Kirsten Raether has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Raether's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Kirsten Raether accepting new patients?

Dr. Kirsten Raether generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Raether's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Kirsten Raether accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Kirsten Raether online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Raether using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Kirsten Raether work with?

Dr. Kirsten Raether works with LifeStance Health - Illinois.

Where is Dr. Kirsten Raether's office located?

Dr. Kirsten Raether has 2 office locations in Darien, view full addresses on Dr. Raether's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kirsten Raether?

Dr. Kirsten Raether frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kirsten Raether on their profile.