Wendy Weston , LPC

Wendy Weston is a Licensed Professional Counselor with eight years of focused experience treating addictions in Idaho. She earned a master of science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Idaho and holds professional licensure as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor (license number LPC-6747) and as an LSW - Licensed Social Worker (license number 24010). She is also a member of the American Counseling Association and adheres to the ethical standards of both that organization and the Idaho Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists.

Weston brings a broad background to her clinical work, including 13 years of service as a first responder and a decade of experience within the child welfare system. Over time she has worked extensively with LGBTQ+ individuals and has concentrated more recently on providing care for people struggling with substance use and other addictions. Her practice supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship and family challenges, grief and intimacy concerns, eating and sleep difficulties, parenting and caregiver stress, mood disorders, and a range of other life stressors and clinical issues.

She practices with a client-centered, compassionate stance and emphasizes partnership in the therapy process. Sessions involve exploring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and developing actionable steps toward healthier change, growth, and functioning. Weston integrates a variety of evidence-based methods to meet each personâs needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), solution-focused techniques, problem-solving strategies, and mindfulness-based stress reduction. Her goal is to tailor treatment to each individual's situation and to work collaboratively toward meaningful, sustainable progress.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Wendy Weston

Wendy Weston integrates several well-established approaches into online work to meet practical needs and clinical goals. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where the personâs own values and experiences guide the pace of change; it is helpful for people seeking empathy, validation, and greater self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and skill-building, and is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages acceptance of difficult emotions while clarifying personal values and taking committed action, which can support coping with trauma, addiction, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Wendy works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time so treatment aligns with what is most useful for the individual.

Online therapy with Wendy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and different communication styles. These options make it easier to access care from home, balance therapy with work or family commitments, and continue treatment during life changes while working with licensed professionals and therapists who adapt methods to the online setting.