Dr. Wendy Whinnery, LMHC

Dr. Wendy Whinnery is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with ten years of clinical experience. She holds a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision with a specialization in trauma and crisis from Walden University. Her training includes national counseling certification, clinical certification in trauma, a credential in grief work, and approval to provide clinical supervision - credentials that reflect focused preparation in trauma, grief, and counselor training.

As a military spouse of a combat veteran who served in Family Readiness Group leadership and battalion roles, she brings informed perspective on military and veteran family dynamics. Dr. Whinnery provides care for a broad range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, trauma and abuse, PTSD, grief, parenting and family issues, relationship difficulties, eating and sexual concerns, ADHD, personality disorders, gender dysphoria, and compassion fatigue. She also works with LGBT clients and addresses veteran and armed forces issues.

Her primary orientation is client-centered therapy, emphasizing warmth, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard, while integrating practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused approaches to teach tools that support change. Dr. Whinnery aims to create an empathic environment where individuals are treated as experts in their own lives and guided toward effective strategies for coping and growth.