Dr. Wende Pannell, LCPC
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and relationships
- Midlife transitions support
About Dr. Wende Pannell
She creates a warm, supportive setting where clients can explore communication barriers, process difficult emotions, and pursue meaningful personal growth. Whether addressing social anxiety, workplace stress, life transitions, or deeper emotional wounds, Dr. Pannell blends evidence-informed techniques with compassionate listening to help clients rebuild connection and resilience.
Her work centers on holistic healing, helping people cultivate self-compassion, develop healthier coping strategies, and rediscover personal strengths. Dr. Pannell partners with clients to process painful experiences and to map out concrete steps toward recovery and renewed purpose.
She has particular experience supporting older adults and individuals navigating midlife transitions or chronic health challenges, offering empathetic, personalized guidance that respects each clientâs unique journey and potential for change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Wende Pannell have?
Dr. Wende Pannell has 22 years of experience in mental health care.
Is Dr. Wende Pannell a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCPC. License details are IL LCPC 180-006927.
In which languages does Dr. Wende Pannell provide therapy?
Dr. Wende Pannell provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Wende Pannell located?
Dr. Wende Pannell is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Dr. Wende Pannell as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Wende Pannell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Wende Pannell work with international clients?
Dr. Wende Pannell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Wende Pannell 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. 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Dr. Wende Pannell draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to support online clients. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward a meaningful life - it can be helpful for anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in close relationships that shape current emotional responses and communication styles, supporting healing from trauma, abandonment issues, and relational difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration, giving people space to lead their process while the therapist offers nonjudgmental support for self-exploration and growth.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Pannell works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts strategies over time as progress and challenges emerge.
Online therapy sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, to keep continuity during transitions, and to choose the format that feels most comfortable for starting and sustaining change.