Vivian Whetham , LPC

Vivian Whetham is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 10 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stressful and painful life events. She combines a practical, solution-focused stance with a calm and accepting presence to help clients develop concrete coping skills and make healthier choices. Her work addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

Vivian takes a collaborative approach, meeting each person where they are and tailoring interventions to fit individual strengths and goals. She draws on established therapeutic methods to support change in thinking and behavior while also honoring the personal values and meaning that guide each client. Whether someone is coping with life transitions, career decisions, grief, or substance-related problems, she emphasizes practical strategies that build resilience and improve day-to-day functioning.

Counseling with Vivian offers a place to explore obstacles, practice new skills, and work toward personal growth. She views her role as a guide and partner in the process of healing and development, helping clients identify barriers, learn new ways of responding, and move toward greater well-being. Vivian welcomes individuals ready to take steps toward meaningful change and greater emotional balance.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy and Flexible Care

Vivian integrates evidence-informed methods to help clients find practical ways forward. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify personal values and commit to actions that align with those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist supports the client's own capacity for growth and self-directed change - helpful for building self-esteem and navigating relationship or identity issues.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy journey. Vivian works collaboratively with each person to explore what feels most useful, adjusting methods based on the client’s goals, preferences, and progress. This collaborative process helps tailor care to the individual rather than enforcing a single model.

Online therapy with Vivian is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, geographic distance, or mobility limitations. These options make it easier to maintain regular work on goals, practice new skills between sessions, and access support when life becomes challenging, all while working with licensed professionals who guide the therapeutic process.