Dr. Wendy Whinnery, LMHC
- Person-centered care
- Trauma and grief expertise
- Military family insight
About Dr. Wendy Whinnery
Her clinical work spans a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive presentations, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, grief, and post-traumatic stress. She also addresses issues related to gender and sexuality, relationship challenges, and parenting difficulties. Her background as a military spouse and her service as a Family Readiness Group Leader for seven years and as a Battalion leader for three have given her particular insight into military and veteran issues.
Dr. Whinnery prefers a person-centered foundation for therapy and integrates evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, reality therapy, and rational emotive behavior approaches when appropriate. Her practice emphasizes warmth, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard, with an aim to help people identify practical tools and skills that support meaningful change.
Her training in trauma and grief informs her work with complex and crisis-related concerns, and she is prepared to provide clinical supervision given her supervisory credentialing. Dr. Whinnery brings a strengths-based perspective that recognizes each individual as the expert on their own life while offering structured interventions to support recovery and growth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Wendy Whinnery have?
Dr. Wendy Whinnery has 10 years of experience in clinical counseling and related roles.
Is Dr. Wendy Whinnery a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC. License details: NY LMHC 006138.
In which languages does Dr. Wendy Whinnery provide therapy?
Dr. Wendy Whinnery provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Wendy Whinnery located?
Dr. Wendy Whinnery is located in New York.
How can I work with Dr. Wendy Whinnery as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Wendy Whinnery through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Wendy Whinnery work with international clients?
Dr. Wendy Whinnery does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Wendy Whinnery cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Fit for You?
Many people ask whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One of the primary benefits is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the way that suits them best: through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility often makes it easier to weave therapeutic support into busy schedules and life transitions.
Therapists in this model are licensed professionals, and individuals may change providers if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online therapy can provide a practical option for accessing evidence-informed approaches and professional support without requiring travel.
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