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Renee Wells, LPC

Compassionate counselor for anxiety and stress

20 years in practice · based in Michigan · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Renee

Renee Wells is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 20 years of experience. She works with people facing anxiety, stress, depression, grief, and challenges tied to trauma. Her approach is warm and non-judgmental so clients can speak openly about what matters to them.

Renee focuses on helping people reduce fears and stress that interfere with daily life. She uses practical techniques to manage symptoms and build new coping habits.

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Background and approach

Sessions aim to make difficult emotions easier to handle and to restore a sense of control. Her work draws on several well-known approaches including cognitive behavioral strategies and skills-based methods. She also uses attachment-informed ideas to help people understand relationship patterns and how those patterns affect feelings and behavior.

Renee adapts methods to fit each person instead of using the same plan for everyone. She often blends short-term skills training with deeper processing when needed. The goal is steady progress people can notice between sessions.

Clients can expect straightforward language and collaborative planning in sessions. Renee supports people through life transitions, addiction recovery, career stress, sleep and eating issues, and complex concerns like ADHD, chronic illness, or caregiving strain. She aims to make therapy manageable and practical for everyday life.

Therapeutic approaches suited to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most and commit to small actions aligned with those values. It focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, which can ease anxiety and avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and changing behaviors that keep problems going. It offers concrete exercises and homework that translate easily to video or messaging sessions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past relationships shape current emotional reactions and connection patterns, helping people understand and shift how they relate to others.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will listen to your goals, try methods that fit your needs, and adjust plans based on what helps. Clients often try a blend of techniques until they find the best mix for their situation.

Online therapy offers real practical benefits. Video calls support face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when a shorter check-in is needed or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging let people check in between sessions, handle quick coping strategies, or work through thoughts without scheduling a full session. These options increase flexibility and make it easier to keep therapy on track around work, caregiving, or medical responsibilities.
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Questions people ask

What types of concerns does she address?
She helps with anxiety, stress, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and self-esteem issues, along with addictions, sleep and eating problems, and career or relationship strain.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a non-judgmental, collaborative, and compassionate style. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps clients can use between visits.
How much experience does she have?
Renee has 20 years of professional experience in the mental health field working with a wide range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Michigan as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Which languages are offered and are international clients served?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Renee offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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Experience
20 years
Licensed
Michigan
Languages
English

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