Wendy Papalcure, LCSW — Therapist in Florida

Hi there, I'm Wendy!

Welcome to my profile. Reaching out and finding the right therapist is the first step to taking back your life, so let us begin! I am a Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW) with 25 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life's most challenging transitions. I have had the privilege of working in diverse clinical settings.

My focus

Clients come to me who are struggling with the overwhelming mix of grief, confusion, and deep shame when their child goes no contact. I help parents through the pain of not knowing why their child has chosen to sever ties, and many of the deep emotions and decisions a parent has to make that are associated with mourning the loss of a living child.

My approach

My focus is client-centered, solution-focused, and implementing strength-based modalities that will guide my clients to unlock their full potential and live their life with meaning and purpose. The greatest facilitator of change is not just one specific technique a therapist uses, but the overall quality of the therapeutic relationship.

My communication style

I create a safe, judgment-free space where you can be yourself, freely express your feelings, and know that both laughter and tears are welcome. The therapeutic relationship we form can be the most powerful tool for change.

My journey to mental healthcare

Throughout my lifetime, both my personal and professional experiences influenced me to this career choice of practicing as a therapist and, more specifically, specializing in adult child estrangement, divorce, and blended families. Life is full of challenges, but you are not alone, and I continue to be motivated by the resilience of my clients.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting as a roadmap we create together to achieve your goals, both big and small. We will develop strategies that are achievable and manageable. Goals are about positive change, learning skills, and figuring out what works and doesn't work.

Our first session

Coming to your first session is associated with so many different emotions, but you can expect that you will be greeted by a warm and welcoming therapist who is here to support you during this difficult time in your life. The first session is for us to explore what brought you to therapy, and what your goals are, and review some practice policies.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Adelphi University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Wendy Papalcure