- Trauma related concerns
- Relationship difficulties
- Parenting and youth
About Richard
Richard Wendt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 12 years of experience. He lists stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting, and depression among the issues he works with, and also focuses on attachment issues, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.
He holds a Master of Arts in Marriage, Family, Child Counseling and a Master of Divinity with emphasis in New Testament Theology from Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary. His graduate work included study of traumatic stress, and he has worked with trauma and PTSD in clinical roles. He previously worked at a community college counseling center and youth services, and served in ministry roles including pastor and chaplain.
Before private practice he also gained experience in emergency services as a paramedic and has worked alongside law enforcement and firefighting personnel in various settings. That background informs his work with people affected by intense or traumatic events. He describes his role as assisting people to develop healthier relationships and stronger coping skills.
Sessions aim to provide a setting where thoughts and feelings can be talked about without judgment. He notes a particular interest in helping adolescents and children with behavioral, mood, and anxiety problems, and in supporting adults facing relationship strain and trauma-related concerns. Readers should confirm current session options before booking.
Richard works in English and is based in California. His clinical focus includes a mix of relationship and trauma-related issues along with anxiety and mood concerns, including social anxiety and phobia as one listed focus area.
Using evidence-based approaches in online sessions
Richard draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. For trauma-related concerns, he uses approaches that focus on stabilizing symptoms and building practical coping skills to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. For anxiety and social anxiety concerns, he offers methods that include gradual exposure and cognitive strategies to help people notice and change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to identify goals and preferences and then try methods that fit those needs. That approach means the plan can be adjusted over time based on what helps most for symptoms, relationships, and day-to-day life.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make participation simpler when symptoms make in-person visits difficult, while still focusing on practical skills and progress in the areas that matter most.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, and depression, with additional focus on attachment, communication problems, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapeutic approach and style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and emphasizes practical work to build coping skills and healthier relationships. The clinician aims for open conversation about thoughts and feelings without judgment.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience in clinical settings and prior roles in emergency services and ministry that inform his practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA LMFT) and practices in California.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.