I’ve referred someone because of the level of expertise and competency.
Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Wendy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Wendy. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Gwen is very professional and very thorough. She seeks to understand and rephrases what I’m communicating so she can make sure she has a handle on how I’m feeling. She is great at working through issues with worksheets and goals. She understands trauma and relationships and boundaries which is very helpful to my therapy.
More about Wendy
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Welcome and Hello! Thank you for taking your time to get to know me but I want to stress that the most important person in our relationship is YOU! My name is Gwen Bodnaruk. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor, a Licensed Professional Counselor, a School Certified Counselor, and a Life Coach. I used to be a financial executive on Wall Street but found my work unfulfilling and learned through the help of counseling and coaching that my true passion and calling was helping people. I started a life coaching business and obtained my masters in professional counseling.
Everyone seeking counseling is unique in their upbringing, beliefs and experiences. I use a variety of counseling techniques that are tailored to each one of my clients. My clients benefit from an eclectic approach of combining solution focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy as well as psycho-educational therapy to help them gain insight into themselves and to assist them in healing fresh and childhood wounds. My goal is to help people remove barriers that have been erected to help them reach the potential of their best selves. Central to the reason I became a therapist is that I credit several therapists throughout my journey in helping me.
Living abroad and learning and communicating in other languages has been instrumental in shaping my worldview and values. My largest treasure in life is my circle of friends comprised of people from all different races, religions and walks of life. For fun I enjoy experiences. I love exploring new places and new people. I got married later in life and am the mother to a dog and a cat and do volunteer work for our local shelter. I am also an active participant in our church. I look forward to working with you.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Licenses
Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639713720.
- LPC · Pennsylvania · PC011341 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I’ve referred someone because of the level of expertise and competency.
Gwen is very professional and very thorough. She seeks to understand and rephrases what I’m communicating so she can make sure she has a handle on how I’m feeling. She is great at working through issues with worksheets and goals. She understands trauma and relationships and boundaries which is very helpful to my therapy.
She’s so sweet and down to the earth. She’s really been helping me. Thankful for her.
I have been working with Gwen for almost a year and she has helped me grow and look into other aspects of my life that I was lacking. She listens to me, and helps me improve my own personal life. Great advice as well as very responsive with messages and open to talk! I will definitely recommend Gwen!
Gwen is absolutely amazing. She is super understanding and really helps with the cognitive behavior therapy. The conversation is always about me and what I would like to work on, she is very serious about making sure we hit all points! I really appreciate that and I appreciate her in general. I love the worksheets that she provides also, I actually find them to be FUN! I look forward to communicating with her over messenger daily, and over video once a week. I really recommend her services, she is a very intelligent counselor with a lot of useful knowledge to go around!
Gwen has been an amazing counselor so far! I have been counseling with her for almost 4 months now, and she has been a great help and understanding person whenever I need to reschedule! I truly recommend her
I am still very new working with Gwen, but so far she has been incredibly supportive and helpful. She makes the conversation helpful, even when I don't know what I need or want to work through. She is honest but understanding in what she hears from you and will give very helpful feedback and exercises for every day practices.
Frequently asked questions
Does Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk speak?
Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk speaks English.
How many years of experience does Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk have?
Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk has 8 years of experience.
Where is Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk licensed to practice?
Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk?
Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Wendy "Gwen" Bodnaruk?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.