Christa Wencl
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I have over 20 years of experience working in various agencies including a domestic violence shelter, at a university as an advocate and various mental health agencies.
My approach is strengths based and trauma informed meaning I hold deep respect for the people I work with, listen curiously, hear without judgment and seek to understand with the goal of seeing someone become more of who they are.
I collaborate with clients to understand themselves with compassion, explore challenges and strengths and build skills to live with more freedom and peace.
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with introductions. We will then gently identify the specific challenges you're facing and where you are seeking change in your life. We will explore what supports and resources are already in place that we can expand and deepen. This will help us co-create an agreed upon plan for us to focus on in follow-up sessions.
Strengths
Having worked with a variety of clients in a variety of settings who have been impacted by trauma, my strength is holding hope for all kinds of people with all kinds of experiences. My approach is strengths based and trauma informed meaning I hold deep respect for the people I work with, listen curiously, hear without judgment and seek to understand with the goal of seeing someone become more of who they are.
Ideal clients
I love working with adults of all ages. My clients desire change, but may not yet have the resources, support or belief in themselves to take the next steps. Many clients feel confused, stuck, overwhelmed, depressed and frustrated about aspects of their lives.
Treatment methods
EMDR
I am trained in Level 1 and Level 2 EMDR. I utilize EMDR treatment to address impacts of trauma and areas where people feel stuck.
Strength-Based
My foundational approach is rooted in strengths- based. I have a fundamental belief that people are capable, worthy and deserving.
Multicultural
My approach acknowledges client's many identities which then impact how they exist in the world. It is important to learn about client's cultural identities as sources of strengths and resiliency.
Trauma-Informed Care
My practice is anchored in the principles of trauma informed care such as collaboration, safety, empowerment, humility and so on.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 126473