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Thandi Wells, LPC, LCPC

Counselor for growth and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Couples and families
  • Addiction recovery help

About Thandi Wells

Thandi Kenyetta Wells was born in Montevallo, Alabama, and practices as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). She offers counseling and coaching services for children, adolescents, couples, and families, bringing a practical and client-focused approach to each relationship she forms.

Thandi began her career as a case manager in the field of substance abuse and advanced through roles as a primary therapist and later a program director. Those experiences shaped her commitment to supporting people as they develop the skills needed to create greater peace and freedom in their daily lives. She blends direct guidance with teaching to help clients build lasting coping strategies.

Her work emphasizes empathetic confrontation paired with client education, helping people face difficult patterns while learning new tools. Thandi frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and reality-based techniques, adapting these methods to fit the needs of each person or family. She supports individuals managing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, relationship and family challenges, grief, parenting issues, and other life transitions, always aiming to foster resilience and practical change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Thandi Wells have?

Thandi Wells has 8 years of experience.

Is Thandi Wells a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: LPC and LCPC. License details are AL LPC LPC03472 and ME LCPC CC6681.

In which languages does Thandi Wells provide therapy?

Thandi Wells provides therapy in English.

Where is Thandi Wells located?

Thandi Wells is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Thandi Wells as my therapist?

You can work with Thandi Wells through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Thandi Wells work with international clients?

Thandi Wells does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Thandi Wells 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 care with Thandi Wells

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and take small meaningful steps toward those values. It emphasizes learning to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate behavior, which can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It offers practical tools for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and many everyday challenges by building new coping skills and problem-solving strategies.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. These skills can support people struggling with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or cycles of impulsive behavior.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Thandi works collaboratively with each person to determine what best fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She blends methods and adjusts interventions as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet with a licensed professional without the need to travel. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow therapy to fit varied schedules and comfort levels, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support when it is most needed.

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