For over 25 years, Under the Rainbow (UTR) has been dedicated to providing evidence-based mental health services for families in North and South Lawndale. Under the Rainbow specializes in the assessment and treatment of youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, or complex trauma, but also provides treatment for a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, psychotic disorders, grief/loss, school related problems, and family  conflict.UTR provides assessment and treatment to children between the ages of 3 and 18, and their families.  Services are provided by Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Psychiatrists, Psychology Doctoral Externs, and Master’s Interns, and are offered in both English and Spanish.

UTR offers a range of services to children and their families, including: mental health assessments, individual therapy, play therapy, family therapy, group therapy, parenting classes, psychiatric evaluation, psychotropic medication management and consultation, case management, ongoing child advocacy, liaison with private and public child welfare agencies, and crisis intervention.

UTR emphasizes a trauma-informed, team-oriented approach to diagnosis and treatment. Clinicians utilize a variety of Evidenced Based Treatments, which are rooted in a rich understanding of children and adolescents in the context of their families, communities, and cultural identities.  

***UTR does not treat children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or other significant developmental disorders or cognitive impairments**

Call 773.257.4750 to schedule a comprehensive intake, or if you have questions about whether your child could benefit from our services. 

Under the Rainbow Clinical Training Program

In accordance with Sinai Chicago’s mission to develop future generations of health care professionals, we provide externships for clinical psychology doctoral students, and internships for students in Social Work or Counseling Master’s programs. A total of 10 positions are typically available each year. Our training year begins in August each year and ends the following June. Interns/externs spend approximately 22 hours per week addressing their clinical responsibilities.

The therapy practicum emphasizes the psychotherapeutic treatment of children, adolescents and their families, with a particular emphasis on the assessment and treatment of complex trauma. Careful intake screenings, psychodiagnostic interviewing, and treatment planning inform the interventions used with each family. Treatment plans typically include individual and systemic interventions including play therapy, family therapy, and group therapy. Extensive supervision is provided in both individual and group formats. Interns/Externs will be expected to coordinate treatment planning with other health care professionals, schools, and community programs. Cultural humility and sensitivity to diversity variables are highly valued and are viewed as fundamental skills for all clinicians. Interns/Externs are expected to attend team meetings, weekly supervision (both individual and group), didactic seminars and case conferences. The various supervision contexts utilize both videotaping and live formats.

The training program has developed into a competitive site, receiving approximately 100 applications yearly for 10 positions. Interns/Externs have come from a variety of different schools and disciplines (Psy.D., Ph.D., MSW, MA, MFT).

What makes the UTR training program unique?
UTR’s dedication and commitment to training is exceptional. The training program is designed to provide interns/externs with a wide range of experiences to enhance their clinical and professional skills. UTR training program fosters a collaborative environment in which interns/externs are provided the support and guidance they need, while also being given the autonomy needed to find their clinical voice and identity. Interns/Externs benefit from a reflective, supportive, and team-oriented approach within a community mental health center. Interns/Externs also receive live supervision of their therapy and assessment cases. This type of supervision, while challenging, is a highly beneficial and rewarding experience. Additionally, interns/externs provide long-term outpatient therapy to children, adolescents and their families who present with a wide range of problems and diagnoses, with a specific emphasis on complex trauma.

How to Apply?

Our training program abides by the ACEPT Practicum Application and Notification Guidelines for Doctoral students.

In order to apply for a practicum, the following information is needed:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• 2 Letters of Recommendation
• Transcripts
• UTR only accepts electronic applications. Please keep in mind that UTR is a therapy/advanced practicum and not a diagnostic site.

Interested applicants should email their application materials to Program Manager and Director of Training, Greg Staszko, Psy.D. at greg.staszko@sinai.org.