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Wendie Vanderwater, LCSW
Montana
LCSW - Anxiety and Relationship Concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and DBT methods
- Mindfulness and journaling
- Homework optional
About Wendie
Wendie Vanderwater is an LCSW licensed in Montana with 22 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and a wide range of related issues. Wendie often works with people dealing with grief, parenting strain, career questions, ADHD, and identity concerns such as LGBT issues and gender dysphoria.
She takes a straightforward, practical approach in sessions. Wendie talks directly and honestly about what is and is not working. She asks questions to learn what the client needs and then suggests options people can try between meetings, if they want homework. Sessions may include journaling and mindfulness exercises to help notice feelings and patterns.
Wendie commonly blends methods rather than relying on one technique. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy are frequent parts of her work, along with client-centered listening and motivational interviewing. She emphasizes concrete skills for managing emotions, improving communication, and changing unhelpful habits.
She encourages active steps outside sessions too, such as volunteering or joining a group to increase engagement and mood. Wendie frames problems as challenges to solve together, and she adjusts the pace based on what each person prefers. Her practice is based in Montana and she conducts sessions in English.
People considering a first session are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial appointment. The payment structure varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Wendie often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of responding. CBT focuses on links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques when emotions feel overwhelming. DBT teaches practical skills such as distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and clearer communication. Client-Centered Therapy is part of her approach as well, providing space to explore goals while the therapist listens without judgment.
Finding the right method is part of the work. Wendie will discuss which approaches fit the client’s goals and preferences and will adjust methods as progress is made. That decision is collaborative and may combine methods like CBT and DBT or add mindfulness and journaling practices.
The profile does not list specific session formats here, so confirm which online options are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Wendie emphasizes practical exercises people can try between meetings so online work connects directly to daily life.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she focus on?
Wendie works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, grief, parenting strain, ADHD, and several related issues such as eating and intimacy-related concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is direct and practical. She asks questions to identify needs, offers concrete skills, and discusses whether clients want between-session work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 22 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns and people.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LCSW licensed in Montana and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What are the session formats and cost structure?
Session formats are not specified here; confirm current session options before booking. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial appointment.
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