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Racheal Pluim-Bergmann, LCSW

Compassionate, evidence-based support for lasting change
  • Trauma informed care
  • Practical coping skills
  • Relationship and communication support

About Racheal Pluim-Bergmann

Racheal Pluim-Bergmann is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin who supports people facing complicated emotions and demanding life circumstances. Her work is grounded in compassionate, whole-person care, helping clients navigate concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship stress with clarity and steadiness.

She is dedicated to helping individuals strengthen self-worth, improve communication, and identify the patterns that can keep them feeling stuck. Racheal’s style emphasizes empowerment, practical coping tools, and space to process past experiences, so clients can build resilience and move toward healthier, more connected relationships.

With 12 years of experience, she offers a supportive setting for exploring workplace pressure, personal transitions, family dynamics, grief, and other challenges that can affect day-to-day functioning. Her approach is tailored and evidence-based, drawing on well-established methods to match each client’s goals, needs, and pace while supporting growth, healing, and meaningful change over time.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAvoidant personalityBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Racheal Pluim-Bergmann have?

Racheal Pluim-Bergmann has 12 years of experience providing therapy and support to clients facing a range of emotional and life challenges.

Is Racheal Pluim-Bergmann a licensed therapist?

Yes. Racheal Pluim-Bergmann is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License information: WI LCSW 8541 - 123.

In which languages does Racheal Pluim-Bergmann provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Racheal Pluim-Bergmann located?

Racheal Pluim-Bergmann is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with Racheal Pluim-Bergmann as my therapist?

You can work with Racheal Pluim-Bergmann through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Racheal Pluim-Bergmann work with international clients?

No. Racheal Pluim-Bergmann does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Racheal Pluim-Bergmann cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Based Approaches, Made Flexible Online

Racheal Pluim-Bergmann integrates established therapy methods to support goals like reducing anxiety, building healthier coping skills, and improving relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways of responding, which can be useful for stress, depression, and day-to-day overwhelm. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication, offering structure for people who feel stuck in intense feelings or recurring conflict. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach often used to work through the impact of difficult experiences, helping clients process what happened in a guided, step-by-step way.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Racheal collaborates with clients to clarify what they want from therapy and to choose strategies that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy also makes support easier to access. Sessions can happen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving clients more options for scheduling and communication. This flexibility can help therapy fit into busy routines while maintaining steady progress over time.

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