Lorinda Wente , LCPC

Lorinda Wente is a Kansas-licensed therapist and LCPC - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with more than 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist. She has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career concerns, and a range of women's issues, and she has worked extensively with military-related stressors affecting both dependents and active duty individuals. Her practice also includes helping those who have experienced trauma or emotional abuse.

Her therapeutic manner is personable and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion without relying on stigmatizing labels. She blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with psychodynamic insight, motivational interviewing, and rational-emotive therapy to create tailored conversations and treatment plans. Lorinda adapts her approach to fit each person’s specific needs and life circumstances, focusing on collaborative dialogue and practical strategies that align with clients' goals.

Approaches for online care and practical coping

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens actively and follows the client's lead. This approach helps people feel heard and supported while exploring personal values, relationships, and life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day coping challenges by teaching practical skills and new ways of thinking.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and improving tolerance for stressful situations.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lorinda will work collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals often tailor techniques from different models to create a personalized plan that evolves over time.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility and easier access to care. These formats make it possible to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and connect with a therapist from home or elsewhere, while still using the same evidence-based approaches discussed above.