Wendi Witherell, LCSW

Wendi Witherell, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
4.83
“Wendi is a compassionate therapist. She has worked with my daughter for over a year now and has been able to give her the right diagnosis, which other therapists missed. She is trained in EMDR therapy and that has been a great addition to the regular verbal therapy Wendi is so skilled at. She asks thoughtful questions and really seek to understand. She also gives tools to help process feelings. She emails handouts that support what has been taught in therapy. Wendi is a stellar therapist!”
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Overall rating

4.83
“Wendi is a compassionate therapist. She has worked with my daughter for over a year now and has been able to give her the right diagnosis, which other therapists missed. She is trained in EMDR therapy and that has been a great addition to the regular verbal therapy Wendi is so skilled at. She asks thoughtful questions and really seek to understand. She also gives tools to help process feelings. She emails handouts that support what has been taught in therapy. Wendi is a stellar therapist!”
Less than 1 month ago
“Wendi is always on time, always ready for whatever I need that day and always, always great at understanding! I am always very comfortable with her and can share easily. Her EMDR skills are helping me quite a bit and her understanding is spot on and always very helpful. I'm very grateful she is the therapist I received through Rula.”
Less than 1 month ago

About Wendi Witherell

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Therapy
Couples Therapy
Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Culturally Sensitive
Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Wendi Witherell

Hi there, I'm Wendi! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from California State University, San Bernardino, I am committed to supporting individuals in navigating life's challenges and fostering emotional well-being. With expertise in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed care, I work collaboratively with adult clients to address mental health concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions. My approach I believe healing occurs through integrating mind, body, and spirituality. EMDR helps clients process and heal from past trauma, reducing emotional intensity and facilitating healthier responses to triggers. CBT assists clients in identifying and reframing unhelpful thoughts, empowering positive changes in behavior and emotions. My trauma-informed care ensures interventions are sensitive to each client’s unique experiences, creating a safe environment to explore emotions and develop coping strategies. My focus I work with adolescents and adults to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and other stress-related issues. Using a compassionate, client-centered approach, I draw on evidence-based therapies to help individuals navigate challenges, build coping skills, and enhance emotional well-being. My communication style I am passionate about creating a therapeutic space where clients feel heard, validated, and empowered to work toward lasting change. Whether dealing with past trauma, anxiety, or seeking greater emotional health, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey to healing and growth.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Addiction Follow Up
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University, San Bernardino, Master's in Clinical Social Work

NPI number

1134695604

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Overall rating
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Wendi truly helped steer me through the process of healing past wounds and was so personable.
Wendi truly helped steer me through the process of healing past wounds and was so personable.
Wendy is very down to earth and easy to talk to. Her strength is administering EMDR.
Wendy is very down to earth and easy to talk to. Her strength is administering EMDR.
She’s real.
Wendi is a compassionate therapist. She has worked with my daughter for over a year now and has been able to give her the right diagnosis, which other therapists missed. She is trained in EMDR therapy and that has been a great addition to the regular verbal therapy Wendi is so skilled at. She asks thoughtful questions and really seek to understand. She also gives tools to help process feelings. She emails handouts that support what has been taught in therapy. Wendi is a stellar therapist!
Wendi is always on time, always ready for whatever I need that day and always, always great at understanding! I am always very comfortable with her and can share easily. Her EMDR skills are helping me quite a bit and her understanding is spot on and always very helpful. I'm very grateful she is the therapist I received through Rula.
She understands the things I’ve gone through, and that I am currently going through and working on. We did EMDR therapy, which I believe had really helped me to process traumas I’ve survived at different times of my life that were still affecting me today. She’s helped me feel better about myself, and given me tools to use to try to keep myself on track and to be mindful. I still have more issues to work on, and improvements that I need to do, to help me navigate my future.
She understands the things I’ve gone through, and that I am currently going through and working on. We did EMDR therapy, which I believe had really helped me to process traumas I’ve survived at different times of my life that were still affecting me today. She’s helped me feel better about myself, and given me tools to use to try to keep myself on track and to be mindful. I still have more issues to work on, and improvements that I need to do, to help me navigate my future.
Wendi is a compassionate therapist. She has worked with my daughter for over a year now and has been able to give her the right diagnosis, which other therapists missed. She is trained in EMDR therapy and that has been a great addition to the regular verbal therapy Wendi is so skilled at. She asks thoughtful questions and really seek to understand. She also gives tools to help process feelings. She emails handouts that support what has been taught in therapy. Wendi is a stellar therapist!
Wendi is always on time, always ready for whatever I need that day and always, always great at understanding! I am always very comfortable with her and can share easily. Her EMDR skills are helping me quite a bit and her understanding is spot on and always very helpful. I'm very grateful she is the therapist I received through Rula.
She’s real.
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Wendi Witherell frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Wendi Witherell on their profile.

What languages does Wendi Witherell speak?

Wendi Witherell speaks English.

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