Wendy Johnston

Wendy Johnston is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland with 20 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. She speaks plainly and meets people where they are. She aims to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion as they make changes in their life.

Wendy adapts sessions to each person’s needs instead of using one fixed plan. She works with clients to set clear goals and then shapes conversations and strategies around those goals. Expect practical steps and steady support rather than jargon or one-size-fits-all solutions.

Her background includes two decades of professional practice across clinical settings. That depth of experience informs how she notices patterns and helps people try new approaches to old problems. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques when they fit the situation.

Wendy often helps people facing issues tied to relationships, life transitions, caregiving strain, and identity concerns. She also addresses aging and geriatric issues, veteran and armed forces matters, and struggles like guilt, shame, isolation, and impulsivity.

Sessions are conducted in English and reflect an understanding of real-life pressures. If you are exploring therapy for stress, trauma, or midlife concerns, she offers straightforward, respectful support and guidance.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online work

Wendy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear goals and practical steps. One common approach she relies on emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new ways of thinking and behaving; this helps with anxiety, depression, and stress by making daily choices feel more manageable. Another typical technique centers on processing trauma and its effects through paced conversations and grounding skills to reduce overwhelming reactions and improve day-to-day coping.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Wendy works with each person to review what feels useful and adjusts methods based on their goals and preferences. She explains options in plain language and invites feedback so the plan fits each person’s life and needs.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people continue care while managing life transitions or caregiving duties. Discuss available formats when you schedule to find what matches your routine and technology needs.