Wendy Gatewood, LCSW

Collaborative therapy for resilience and growth

Anxiety and stress support
Trauma informed care
Relationships and life transitions

About Wendy Gatewood

Wendy Gatewood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 22 years of experience supporting people through challenging emotional seasons and complex life situations. Based in Indiana, she helps clients work through concerns such as stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, grief, relationship and family difficulties, and the strain that can come with major life changes. Her work also includes support for issues like attachment concerns, social anxiety, self-esteem, parenting, body image, and communication problems, along with areas such as adoption and foster care, divorce and separation, and first responder-related stressors.

Her style is collaborative and individualized, shaped around each person’s goals, values, and pace. Wendy aims to offer a steady, supportive space where clients can make sense of patterns, strengthen coping skills, and build greater self-understanding. Whether someone is navigating mood regulation, relationship dynamics, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or seeking personal growth, she focuses on practical strategies that fit real life.

Drawing from evidence-based approaches, Wendy works with clients to build resilience, improve communication, and reconnect with their strengths. Her intention is to help people move toward meaningful change, healthier connections, and a more grounded sense of direction in everyday life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderADHD

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes Coaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Wendy Gatewood have?

Wendy Gatewood has 22 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients through a wide range of emotional and life challenges.

Is Wendy Gatewood a licensed therapist?

Yes. Wendy Gatewood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Her license details are IN LCSW 34010268A and OR LCSW L16414.

In which languages does Wendy Gatewood provide therapy?

Wendy Gatewood provides therapy in English.

Where is Wendy Gatewood located?

Wendy Gatewood is located in Indiana.

How can I work with Wendy Gatewood as my therapist?

You can work with Wendy Gatewood through online options that include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to choose the format that fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Wendy Gatewood work with international clients?

No. Wendy Gatewood does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Wendy Gatewood 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.

Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches, Anywhere You Are

Wendy Gatewood integrates practical, research-informed methods that can translate well to online care. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, emotions, and actions influence one another, helping clients identify unhelpful patterns and practice new ways of responding to stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions, staying grounded during distress, and improving relationships through clearer communication and boundaries. It can be especially helpful for mood regulation and situations where emotions feel difficult to control. Wendy also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes a supportive, collaborative relationship and helps clients clarify values, build self-understanding, and move toward meaningful personal growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Wendy works collaboratively with clients to understand what they want to change, what has and has not worked before, and what feels most comfortable, then tailors sessions to their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with a licensed professional through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to fit support into a busy schedule and to engage in therapy from a setting that feels workable day to day.

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