- Addictions support
- Relationship help
- Emotional regulation
About Wendy
She meets people where they are and helps them take the next steps they choose. Conversations are practical and direct, aimed at making day-to-day life a bit easier. Wendy uses approaches that include acceptance and commitment strategies, cognitive behavioral tools, and client-centered listening to tailor sessions to each person.
Her work also addresses related concerns such as body image, codependency, communication problems, divorce and separation, family issues, and guilt or shame. She brings attention to problems like panic attacks, personality concerns, and challenges tied to multicultural life experiences. These topics are handled with straightforward language and steady guidance.
Wendy draws on methods including dialectical behavior skills and the Gottman Method to help people navigate relationship patterns and emotional regulation. She encourages small, practical changes that can add up over time. The aim is to help people find clearer choices and move toward a life that feels more manageable.
Taking the first step is often the hardest part, and Wendy supports clients through that beginning. Her approach mixes listening with concrete tools so people can try new skills between sessions and notice real movement toward their goals.
Therapy approaches and how they translate online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then choose actions that match what matters to them. It can be useful for depression, anxiety, and life transitions by focusing on values-based change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thinking patterns and tests them with practical experiments to reduce symptoms like panic and depression. It often uses short exercises and worksheets to track progress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches specific skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, including mindfulness, distress tolerance, and communication tools.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Wendy collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying a few techniques, seeing what helps, and adjusting the plan together as progress unfolds.
If you are considering online options, confirm the current session formats before booking since the biography does not list them explicitly. Online counseling can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example a shorter check-in during a lunch break, or using phone audio when video isn’t convenient. It also allows therapists to share worksheets or skills directly during a session and to plan practice exercises between meetings. Ask about session length, scheduling, and any materials you’ll use so you can choose what works best for your routine.
License and NPI
- LPCC
NPI1811149560
As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Wendy commonly address?
She focuses on addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, and also works with related topics like body image, codependency, and communication problems.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is warm and nonjudgmental with practical, down-to-earth conversations. Sessions mix listening with skill-building so people can try new tools between meetings.
What experience does she bring?
She has 16 years of professional work experience in counseling settings and has supported people facing a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties.
What credentials and location apply?
She is an LPCC, licensed in Ohio. Her credential is presented as OH LPCC.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a counseling relationship?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.