Wendy Duncan Kithcart , LCSW

Wendy Duncan Kithcart is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in North Carolina with 18 years of professional experience. She specializes in helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate family conflicts, process trauma and abuse, and address parenting challenges. Wendy works with a wide range of mental health concerns and supports clients as they explore emotions, patterns, and practical solutions.

As an LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker trained in therapeutic assessment and intervention - she aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. Her approach prioritizes respect, active listening, and collaborative goal-setting so each person can find strategies that fit their life and circumstances.

Wendy recognizes that seeking therapy takes courage and that taking the first step is an important achievement. She encourages people to reach out when they are ready and offers steady support as they work toward better coping, clearer communication, and more satisfying relationships.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Wendy Duncan Kithcart

Wendy draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to support people in online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic therapeutic relationship and helps individuals explore their feelings and goals at their own pace - it is useful for improving self-understanding and relational issues. CBT offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it helpful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT teaches specific skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be beneficial for people struggling with intense emotions or patterns that strain relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Wendy collaborates with each person to determine which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made and challenges evolve.

Online therapy with Wendy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options allow people to receive care from licensed professionals and therapists without travel, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of support during life transitions or when in-person visits are difficult.