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Online therapist

Wendy Van Keulen

Practical therapy for relationship and parenting strain

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
15 years
Licensed in
Illinois
Languages
English, Spanish
Format
Online sessions

About Wendy

Wendy Van Keulen is a licensed clinical social worker who uses practical, evidence-based methods to help people facing relationship strain, trauma, grief, and parenting challenges. She holds an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and brings 15 years of professional experience in Illinois. Wendy focuses on clear, respectful conversation and tailored plans that fit each person’s situation.

Her sessions are grounded in empathy and sensitivity. She listens for what matters most and helps clients build steps they can try between meetings.

Background and approach

Conversations aim to reduce overwhelm, improve communication, and support healthier coping for life changes. Wendy has worked with clients dealing with loss, abuse, separation, and the stresses that come with caring for others. She also addresses issues such as attachment concerns, blended family dynamics, fertility-related stress, and isolation.

Her approach emphasizes practical tools and realistic goals that fit daily life. Therapy with Wendy is collaborative. She adjusts her guidance to match each person’s pace and needs.

People can expect direct feedback, skill-building, and a focus on what will help most right now. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and delivered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Wendy supports clients who are in Illinois and does not take international clients.

Therapeutic approaches and online options that fit busy lives

Wendy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach she employs is skills-based therapy, which teaches concrete tools for managing stress, improving communication, and handling parenting challenges. These tools are useful for everyday problems and for coping with life transitions.

She also draws on trauma-informed methods to help people process difficult experiences at a pace they can handle. That work often includes grounding strategies and careful pacing to reduce overwhelm while addressing painful memories or reactions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Wendy will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then try methods that seem most helpful. She adjusts the plan over time based on what works and what doesn’t, so clients stay involved in decisions about their care.

Online sessions offer flexibility for people with busy schedules or mobility limits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions let people connect on the go, and live chat or text-based messaging support brief check-ins and ongoing coaching between meetings. These options make it easier to maintain regular work on goals from home or wherever is most convenient.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Wendy commonly address?
She works with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes. Additional topics include caregiving stress, attachment issues, divorce and separation, and feelings of isolation.
What is Wendy's therapy style like?
Her style is practical and respectful, focusing on clear conversation and skill-building. Sessions emphasize small, achievable steps and communication that fits everyday life.
How long has she been practicing?
Wendy has 15 years of professional work experience offering clinical support and counseling in Illinois.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - licensed in Illinois with license number IL LCSW 149014338 and practices from Illinois.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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