Wendy Weston, LPC
Compassionate licensed counselor specializing in addictions and trauma
- Addictions and trauma
- LGBTQ and family
- Video phone chat
About Wendy Weston
Wendy Weston is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Idaho who focuses on treating addictions and supporting people through trauma, relationship struggles, and a wide range of life challenges. She holds a master of rehabilitation counseling from the University of Idaho and carries professional licensure as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC#6747). She also previously held licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW#24010) and maintains professional membership in the American Counseling Association, practicing in alignment with the relevant state and association ethical standards.
Weston brings extensive background experience working with first responders, the child welfare system, and LGBTQ clients, and more recently has concentrated on supporting individuals with substance use and behavioral addictions. Her practice emphasizes partnership - she collaborates with people to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and to take practical steps toward healthier patterns and personal growth. Weston adapts evidence-based methods to each person, drawing on client-centered principles and structured interventions to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, family and parenting challenges, intimacy and relationship issues, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
Her approach is compassionate and goal-oriented, blending therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, solution-focused and problem-solving techniques, and mindfulness-based stress reduction to meet individual needs. She aims to create a hopeful, respectful therapeutic partnership that supports sustainable change and increased resilience.
Weston brings extensive background experience working with first responders, the child welfare system, and LGBTQ clients, and more recently has concentrated on supporting individuals with substance use and behavioral addictions. Her practice emphasizes partnership - she collaborates with people to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and to take practical steps toward healthier patterns and personal growth. Weston adapts evidence-based methods to each person, drawing on client-centered principles and structured interventions to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, family and parenting challenges, intimacy and relationship issues, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
Her approach is compassionate and goal-oriented, blending therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, solution-focused and problem-solving techniques, and mindfulness-based stress reduction to meet individual needs. She aims to create a hopeful, respectful therapeutic partnership that supports sustainable change and increased resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAntisocial personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Wendy Weston have?
Wendy Weston has 8 years of experience.
Is Wendy Weston a licensed therapist?
Yes. Wendy Weston holds the credential LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: ID LPC LPC-6747.
In which languages does Wendy Weston provide therapy?
Wendy Weston provides therapy in English.
Where is Wendy Weston located?
Wendy Weston is located in Idaho.
How can I work with Wendy Weston as my therapist?
You can work with Wendy Weston through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Wendy Weston work with international clients?
Wendy Weston does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Wendy Weston 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 Wendy Weston
Wendy Weston uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; CBT is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns because it focuses on practical skills and behavior change. She also applies Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which encourages people to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions aligned with personal values - ACT can support coping with pain, loss, and life transitions. In addition, Weston incorporates client-centered therapy principles, creating a respectful, empathetic space where the person’s own goals and insights guide the work.
Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Wendy Weston works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so therapy remains practical and meaningful.
Online therapy with Wendy Weston is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it possible to access care without travel, fit sessions into busy days, and continue momentum between appointments, while still working with a licensed professional who tailors treatment to each client.