Wendy Gilchrist, LCPC
Compassionate LCPC for trauma and life transitions
- Trauma and grief support
- Family and parenting guidance
- Bilingual English Spanish therapy
About Wendy Gilchrist
Wendy Gilchrist brings two decades of professional experience that blends nonprofit leadership with in-depth clinical practice. After earning an MBA, she founded and led organizations that supported homeless boys, sheltered abused women, and created business opportunities to help disadvantaged populations move toward economic self-sufficiency. Those early humanitarian efforts shaped a practice rooted in practical problem solving, empathy, and long-term commitment to vulnerable communities.
Wendy is a LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, qualified to provide assessment and psychotherapy across a range of issues and ages. She has worked with individuals, families, and groups in diverse settings, including psychiatric hospital units and recognized trauma-informed programs. Her clinical background includes extensive experience with trauma and loss, mood disorders, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, stress and anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes. Fluent in English and Spanish, she offers care to clients in Illinois and to international clients, drawing on client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness-informed methods to tailor treatment to each person’s goals and strengths.
Wendy is a LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, qualified to provide assessment and psychotherapy across a range of issues and ages. She has worked with individuals, families, and groups in diverse settings, including psychiatric hospital units and recognized trauma-informed programs. Her clinical background includes extensive experience with trauma and loss, mood disorders, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, stress and anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes. Fluent in English and Spanish, she offers care to clients in Illinois and to international clients, drawing on client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness-informed methods to tailor treatment to each person’s goals and strengths.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesImpulsivityMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSexualitySomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Wendy Gilchrist have?
Wendy Gilchrist has 20 years of experience.
Is Wendy Gilchrist a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCPC credential, which means Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details: IL LCPC 180.011759.
In which languages does Wendy Gilchrist provide therapy?
Wendy provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Wendy Gilchrist located?
Wendy is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Wendy Gilchrist as my therapist?
You can work with Wendy Gilchrist through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Wendy Gilchrist work with international clients?
Yes, Wendy Gilchrist works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Wendy Gilchrist 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started 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 with Wendy Gilchrist
Wendy integrates several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each client. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and respect for each person’s pace and perspective - this approach helps people who need support exploring personal values, family dynamics, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress, then developing practical skills to shift those patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-management techniques that can reduce reactivity and support coping with chronic stress, grief, and mood difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Wendy collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains responsive and goal-oriented. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine approaches to meet individual circumstances and foster growth.
Online therapy with Wendy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from different locations while keeping the focus on effective, collaborative treatment.