Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Wendy Schultz, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149020194
- NPI
- 1386061059
- Experience
- 11 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Wendy supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Skills based work
- Attachment focus
- CBT techniques
About Wendy
Wendy Schultz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 11 years of professional experience. She focuses on everyday problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and work or career difficulties. Wendy frames therapy as part of maintaining good health and aims to give clients practical tools they can use between sessions.
She prefers a strengths-based, skill-building approach. That means she helps people learn specific skills for managing emotions, handling conflict, and improving motivation. Sessions include direct exercises and guidance rather than long, abstract discussions. Clients can expect concrete suggestions they can try right away.
Wendy uses several clinical approaches to guide her work. She draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. She uses client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on the person's priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques are applied to address negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Her style is active and goal-focused. She offers motivational input and exercises that push toward change while also tracking small steps forward. People who are feeling stuck, uninspired, or facing a life change often come for this mix of practical coaching and therapeutic support.
Sessions are conducted in English and she does not accept international clients. Prospective clients are asked to use the platform's matching process to schedule a first appointment and to confirm current session options before booking.
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How her approaches translate to online sessions
Wendy integrates attachment-based ideas, client-centered methods, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her work. Attachment-based work focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people notice repeated interaction styles. Client-centered care keeps the agenda tied to what the person wants that week and emphasizes listening and reflection. CBT targets specific thoughts and behaviors with exercises that reduce anxiety and improve mood.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Wendy will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped in the past. Together they adjust methods and exercises over time so sessions stay relevant and practical.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or medical appointments. They also allow for shorter check-ins on busy days, or camera-off conversations when someone prefers fewer visual demands. The focus is on making therapy fit real life so people can practice new skills between sessions.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, addictions, grief, career concerns, ADHD and related challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and skills-oriented. She uses exercises, motivation, and direct coaching alongside talk therapy.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 11 years of professional experience helping people with a range of life and mental health concerns.
What credential and license does she hold?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can I work with her from outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers