- CBT techniques
- Attachment focus
- Skills training
About Wendy
Wendy Schultz is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Illinois with 11 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low motivation, and self-esteem concerns. Wendy frames therapy as part of maintaining health and offers practical skills alongside reflective work.
In sessions she focuses on integration and skills training. She uses strength-based methods and creative exercises to help people build habits that support daily life. Many clients come in feeling stuck, uninspired, or dealing with a life change; Wendy helps them identify small, doable steps to feel more capable.
Her style mixes practical tools and deeper exploration. That can mean practicing thought patterns, trying new ways to communicate, or using exercises to notice and shift reactions. She also includes approaches that attend to attachment and relationships when those issues matter to the concern at hand.
Wendy describes therapy as an invitation to commit to personal goals and to experiment with change. She offers structured tasks and motivational support alongside reflective conversation. The aim is to make skills easy to use outside of sessions so progress continues between meetings.
Her background combines clinical practice and life experience. She has worked across issues such as career difficulties, addictions, grief, and relationship problems. People who want both practical strategies and time to work through deeper patterns often find this combination helpful.
Approaches to work with online and in-session
Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationships shape current patterns. It looks at how connection and trust influence reactions, which can help with anxiety, intimacy concerns, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s goals and experience. The therapist follows the client’s concerns and supports self-directed growth, useful when someone feels uncertain about what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical techniques to notice and change thought and behavior patterns. It is often used for stress, anxiety, and building everyday coping skills.Figuring out the right approach is part of the work. Wendy will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. She aims to match strategies to your needs so sessions feel productive and relevant rather than one-size-fits-all.
The profile does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins during breaks. They also let people use quieter surroundings or choose phone-only meetings when bandwidth or camera use is an issue. A practical first step is to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a session to discuss what will work best.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Wendy works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, relationship concerns, addictions, grief, career challenges, and related topics listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style like?
She blends skills training and strengths-based work with reflective exercises and creative tasks to promote practical changes between sessions.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 11 years of professional experience as a clinician in Illinois.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices in that state.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
She does not take international clients; sessions are offered in English and focused on people within the United States.
Which session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current online or in-person options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.