- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Wendie
Wendie Vanderwater is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Montana with 22 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, anger, parenting challenges, and a range of other life stressors.
Wendie takes a straightforward, honest approach in sessions. She asks direct questions to understand what a person needs and discusses options plainly. Clients decide whether they want practical homework between meetings or prefer to focus solely on talking during sessions.
Her work commonly mixes approaches to fit the person in front of her. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy are often used together. Mindfulness practice and journaling are offered as ways to notice feelings and manage intense reactions.
Wendie encourages practical steps outside of sessions. She suggests activities that bring structure and small sources of enjoyment, such as volunteering or joining a group, to help lift mood and reduce isolation. She frames issues as problems to solve rather than labels to carry.
She emphasizes collaboration and respect for each person's pace. The clinician aims to be nonjudgmental and frank, and to help people experiment with strategies until they find what works. Conversations in sessions focus on skills, choices, and concrete changes people can try between meetings.
How her approaches translate to online work
Wendie commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce distress. DBT emphasizes skills for tolerating strong emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and regulating responses that lead to conflict.She also uses mindfulness techniques to help people notice their feelings and bodily responses without getting swept up in them. Mindfulness is often paired with simple journaling or behavioral experiments to turn awareness into practical change.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, try techniques in session, and adjust plans based on what helps most. Clients choose whether to include homework or keep work to session time only.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and support steady practice of skills between meetings. They can also reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she help with?
She works with adults who struggle with losing their temper, building resentment, or dealing with someone else’s anger. Anger is listed among the concerns she addresses.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is direct and honest. She asks questions, discusses options plainly, and lets clients choose whether to use homework or focus only on in-session work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 22 years of experience working with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, and anger-related issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Montana and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.