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Wendy Galyen

Compassionate LCSW guiding practical change

LCSW Indiana

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Wendy

Wendy Galyen is an LCSW based in Indiana with two decades of experience in clinical social work.

Background and approach

She trained in psychology and social work at the University of Indianapolis and completed a master’s degree in social work at Indiana University, building a foundation that includes independent practice, academic teaching, and supervision of graduate interns. Her professional background also encompasses social work research with publications and presentations in textbooks, journals, and conferences.

Her approach is conversational, empathic, and individualized, aimed at establishing rapid rapport so clients can move toward their goals. Wendy draws from several evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered principles, and narrative approaches to tailor work to each person’s needs.

She addresses a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting challenges, career and workplace stress, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and body image and self-esteem concerns. Wendy offers multiple online session formats including video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging, and she accepts international clients.

Her practice uses a subscription-based model where cost varies by location and therapist availability, and clients can cancel the subscription at any time.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Wendy often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and managing everyday stressors. She also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support values-based action and greater psychological flexibility when clients face painful thoughts or life transitions. In addition, client-centered methods guide the therapeutic relationship by emphasizing empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients feel heard and understood.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Wendy works with each person to consider their goals, preferences, and life context and may blend methods over time to find what fits best. That collaborative stance makes it easier to adjust pace and focus as needs evolve.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options allow clients to schedule around work, family, and geographic constraints while maintaining continuity of care with a licensed professional. The variety of formats supports different communication styles and practical needs, making ongoing therapy more feasible for many people.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting and career concerns, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and related areas such as body image and self-esteem.
What is Wendy's therapeutic style like?
Her style is conversational, empathic, non-judgmental, and individualized, often focusing on building rapport quickly to support progress toward client goals.
How long has she been practicing?
She brings 20 years of experience in social work and counseling, including independent practice, teaching, supervision, and social work research with publications and presentations.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Indiana with license number IN LCSW 34005388A and maintains practice roots in Indiana.
Can people who live outside the United States work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients and provides services in English.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions may be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference and availability.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; services are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEmptinessFatherhood issuesForgivenessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English