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Wendy Katz

Wendy Katz, LICSW

Therapist in Washington

Compassionate, practical support for depression and stress

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  • Approachable and direct
  • Values-based care
  • Skill focused

About Wendy

Wendy Katz is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience helping people navigate depression, stress, anxiety, relationship strains, grief, and major life changes. She aims to make the first step less daunting and supports clients through honest conversation and steady guidance.

Wendy keeps sessions straightforward and warm. She creates space for people to say what they’re feeling and thinking without judgment. Together they identify what matters most and practical steps to move toward those values.

Her approach blends cognitive behavioral ideas with mindfulness and acceptance-based practices. That means she helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, test them against real life, and learn simple skills to reduce overwhelm. She also uses trauma-focused methods when past events keep showing up in day-to-day life.

Wendy draws on two decades of clinical work across settings. That experience informs how she paces care and adapts tools to fit each person’s daily routine. She emphasizes small, manageable changes over time rather than quick fixes.

Sessions focus on what a person hopes to change and how to get there. Whether someone needs help sleeping, managing compassion fatigue, addressing substance concerns, or rebuilding self-esteem, she works with them to set realistic goals and chart a clear path forward.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How ACT, CBT, and EMDR can be used online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and commit to small actions that match those values. It focuses on noticing painful thoughts and feelings while still moving toward meaningful goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and test unhelpful thoughts and change patterns of behavior that keep problems going. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps reduce the intensity of disturbing memories. It’s used when past events continue to affect daily life and emotional reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying a technique and adjusting based on what helps most over time.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking. A benefit of online work is fitting therapy into busy days - it can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time. Online sessions can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, and options like audio-only can be useful when less bandwidth or less time is available. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these approaches to work in remote sessions, focusing on skills, pacing, and clear homework between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Wendy address in therapy?

She helps people with depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, addictions, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, self-esteem, career concerns, and bipolar-related challenges.

What is her general therapeutic style?

Her style is warm, straightforward, and practical. Sessions focus on honest conversation, identifying values, and learning manageable skills for everyday life.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 20 years of professional work experience in clinical social work and related settings, which she uses to shape pacing and treatment choices.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - practicing in Washington.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are session costs handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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