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Wendy Kesel, LCSW-R

Compassionate therapist with practical strategies

26 years in practice · based in New York · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Wendy

Wendy Kesel is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 26 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, and parenting challenges. Wendy focuses on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space so people can talk about what matters most.

She encourages straightforward conversation about feelings and daily struggles. Sessions are practical and aim to identify small steps clients can try between meetings. Wendy draws on approaches that help people notice patterns, learn calming skills, and strengthen connections with others.

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Background and approach

People come to her for a range of concerns including grief, trauma and abuse, mood concerns such as depression and bipolar, and issues tied to identity including LGBT matters. She also supports clients handling life changes, career stress, caregiving burdens, and adoption and attachment issues. Wendy pays attention to how past losses or abandonment can shape current relationships.

Her work includes issues related to attention differences, communication problems, intimacy and commitment challenges, and problems with anger or self-esteem. She also helps people coping with medical challenges such as cancer and the stresses that come with caregiving. Wendy meets people where they are and helps them find workable strategies.

Wendy uses a blend of methods to match each person’s needs. She listens for what the client hopes to change and builds a plan together. The aim is steady progress through practical techniques and clearer choices.

Approach and online options for working together

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without getting stuck in them and focus on actions that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches skills to change unhelpful patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and helps people build more supported, trusting connections.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals and preferences. Together they will adjust techniques over time to match what is helpful and realistic for the client.

Online sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls let people use visual cues and longer conversations. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or when a shorter check-in suits the day. Live chat and messaging allow ongoing support and brief check-ins between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, and busy schedules while keeping the focus on practical progress.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and relationship issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The style is warm, direct, and practical. She focuses on listening, building trust, and helping clients try small, manageable changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 26 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns and life stages.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
She is licensed as an LCSW-R in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule meetings according to therapist availability.

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Experience
26 years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English

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