Line illustration of a young woman with hair tied behind her head. She has a small smile, inquisitive eyes and is making a peace sign with her hand.

Rachel Litchman

A disabled artist, writer, advocate and consultant working in the youth services sector, in Madison, Wisconsin, USA.

Get set for independence

Why I left the rehab hospital more disabled than when I arrived
17 Sep 2025
Illustration of a young white woman (Rachel), standing precariously between a set of parallel bars, supported by a therapist with hands on her waist.

Forgotten

Finding my own worth in a frightening shadow world
19 Feb 2025
A watercolor illustration of a glass jar holding sticks, a red flower, and leaves. By its side, candles and paper cranes.