Wendy Kesel, LCSW-R
Compassionate LCSW-R for Anxiety and Families
- Stress and anxiety support
- Family and parenting help
- 26 years experience
About Wendy Kesel
Wendy Kesel is a licensed social worker in New York with 26 years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, and parenting challenges. She practices as an LCSW-R, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered in New York, and brings a calm, experienced presence to sessions. Wendy combines practical strategies with a compassionate, person-centered stance to help clients manage life changes, grief, trauma, mood challenges, attention differences, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.
Wendy creates an open atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without judgment, and she works collaboratively to identify goals and build skills for coping and growth. Her background includes supporting individuals and families through transitions such as adoption and foster care, aging and caregiving stresses, blended family dynamics, and career changes. Whether addressing acute difficulties or ongoing patterns, she aims to help people develop clearer communication, healthier relationships, and a greater sense of agency in their lives.
Wendy creates an open atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without judgment, and she works collaboratively to identify goals and build skills for coping and growth. Her background includes supporting individuals and families through transitions such as adoption and foster care, aging and caregiving stresses, blended family dynamics, and career changes. Whether addressing acute difficulties or ongoing patterns, she aims to help people develop clearer communication, healthier relationships, and a greater sense of agency in their lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoaching
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Wendy Kesel have?
Wendy Kesel has 26 years of professional experience.
Is Wendy Kesel a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW-R credential (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered). License details: NY LCSW-R 061150.
In which languages does Wendy Kesel provide therapy?
Wendy provides therapy in English.
Where is Wendy Kesel located?
Wendy is located in New York.
How can I work with Wendy Kesel as my therapist?
You can work with Wendy Kesel through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Wendy Kesel work with international clients?
Wendy Kesel does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Wendy Kesel 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 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 Support
Wendy integrates several evidence-informed methods to address emotional and relational concerns in a way that fits each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed actions toward a meaningful life; it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding early relational patterns and how they shape current connections, which can help with relationship problems, intimacy issues, and challenges related to abandonment or adoption. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, supporting improvements in mood, anxiety, and coping skills.Finding the right approach is part of therapy, and Wendy collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques to the person in front of her and adjusts the plan as progress emerges. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine these approaches to create a tailored path to change.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limits. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and fit therapy into everyday life while still working collaboratively with a therapist.