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Wendy Hagen

Therapist(She/Her)
2 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

My name is Wendy Hagen, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).

I specialize in working with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the stress of balancing life’s many demands.

I help by offering a compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to therapy. Together, we’ll work to better understand your experiences, build practical coping skills, and support meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

My approach to therapy

Clients often tell me that compassion, grace, and authenticity are at the heart of my approach. I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative partnership where you can be yourself, explore challenges without judgment, and build the skills needed to create meaningful change.

I use an eclectic, evidence-based approach, integrating CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care to meet your unique needs. I also believe humor has an important place in therapy. Sometimes laughter helps us breathe, gain perspective, and remember that healing doesn't have to feel heavy all the time.

In our sessions, I may ask thoughtful questions, allow space for quiet reflection, or practice new skills with you so they feel more natural outside the therapy room. I work best with clients who are open to growth, recognizing that motivation often develops as trust and hope grow over time.

I also believe it's okay to not be ready for everything right away. If I gently bring up a topic that feels too difficult to explore, I'll respect that and let it rest. When the time feels right, we'll come back to it together with curiosity, compassion, and care. Some of our greatest opportunities for healing lie in the places we've learned to avoid.

Change is rarely easy, but you don't have to face it alone. With persistence, self-compassion, and support, I believe you can reconnect with your inner strengths and build a life that feels more balanced, meaningful, and authentic.

What you can expect from me

The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin understanding what has brought you to therapy. You may have several challenges competing for your attention, so together we'll identify the concern that is having the greatest impact on your life right now. From there, we'll begin brainstorming practical, achievable steps to help you feel more grounded and capable of meeting those challenges.

My goal isn't to solve everything in one session—it's to help you leave with greater clarity, a sense of direction, and the confidence that meaningful change is possible. We'll move at a pace that feels right for you, building on your strengths while creating a plan that supports your goals.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Creative, Inquisitive

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at Grand Valley State University
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Massachusetts), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Connecticut)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Point32 Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Women's issues, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Attachment Based, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English