Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Wendy Van Keulen, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149014338
- NPI
- 1326344284
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- 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
- Relationship problems
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief and loss
About Wendy
Wendy Van Keulen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with more than 15 years of professional experience. She focuses on relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, parenting concerns, and coping with life changes. Wendy works in both English and Spanish.
She helps people address practical relationship problems such as communication breakdowns, blended family tensions, and divorce or separation. Her work also covers caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, and family of origin patterns that affect current relationships.
Wendy supports people processing traumatic experiences, dissociation, domestic violence, and immigration-related stress. She also assists those dealing with fertility concerns, guilt and shame, and decisions around hospice or end-of-life care. Sessions are aimed at making next steps clearer and more manageable.
Her approach is direct and respectful. Wendy adapts discussion and planned interventions to each person's circumstances. She emphasizes skills people can apply between sessions to handle intense emotions and daily responsibilities.
Clients can expect straightforward conversation about goals and options. Wendy guides practical problem solving for work, family, and community pressures. The tone is professional and focused on what helps in everyday life.
BHow sessions work
How Wendy’s approaches translate to online sessions
Wendy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical changes. One common approach involves structured problem-solving to clarify issues, set small goals, and practice new communication skills. This helps with relationship conflicts, blended family challenges, and daily caregiver demands.Another approach addresses trauma-related symptoms through gradual, supportive processing and techniques that build emotional regulation. Those methods aim to reduce overwhelm and improve the person’s ability to manage flashbacks, dissociation, or intense reactions in everyday life.
Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. Wendy will discuss options and adjust her approach based on the client's needs, goals, and preferences. She works with people to test what helps and then refines the plan together.
The original biography does not list specific online formats. Confirm current session options before booking so you know whether sessions are by video, phone, or another method. Online work can help fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep therapy practical and focused on day-to-day problems.
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Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English, Spanish
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Wendy works with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, and coping with life changes. She also supports related concerns like caregiver stress, divorce, and isolation.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, person-centered approach focused on clear goals and steps. Conversations aim to surface tools people can use between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Wendy has more than 15 years of professional work experience. That background includes supporting people through trauma, loss, and family transitions.
Is she licensed and where?
Wendy holds an LCSW and is licensed in Illinois. The credential is stated as LCSW in Illinois.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling 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