Tree of Life Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT (she, her)
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Couple Sessions $130
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Inland Empire Health Plan
- Lyra
- Magellan EAP
- Spring Health EAP
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 116892 Wendi M Baptist-McGehee
- In Practice for 18 years
- Attended University of Phoenix, MSC / MFCT, Graduated 2008
Marriage & Family Therapist: Wendi M Baptist-McGehee
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Child
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Women's Issues
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
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Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Family Systems
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Sandplay
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Groups
Anxiety Skills Support Group (Virtual / In Person)
In our anxiety skills group, participants will understand how anxiety manifests in both mind and body while teaching practical, holistic tools to regulate the nervous system. Clients learn to identify triggers, shift unhelpful thought patterns, and build emotional awareness. The group integrates evidence-based strategies with somatic exercises, mindfulness meditation, and sound bowl practices to support relaxation and body connection. Participants practice grounding, breathwork, and gentle movement to release tension and increase resilience. Within a supportive environment, individuals develop personalized tools to manage anxiety, reconnect with themselves, and cultivate lasting calm, confidence, and overall emotional well-being in daily life.
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Location
Tree of Life Counseling Wellness Center
16167 Siskiyou Road
Suite 1
Apple Valley, CA 92307
Parents Supporting Children With Autism
Our “Parents Supporting Children with Autism” group offers a safe, compassionate space where caregivers can connect, learn, and grow together. We provide education on autism, practical strategies for managing behaviors, improving communication, and building routines that support your child’s development. Through guided discussion, shared experiences, and evidence-based tools, we help reduce isolation and empower parents with confidence and skills. We also incorporate mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques to support your well-being. Our goal is to foster understanding, strengthen family relationships, and equip you with resources to help your child thrive at home, school, and in the community.
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Tree of Life Counseling Wellness Center
16192 Siskiyou Road
Suite 1
Apple Valley, CA 92307
Grief Support Group
Our grief support group offers a compassionate, safe space for individuals to process loss at their own pace. Clients receive emotional support, psychoeducation about the grieving process, and practical coping tools to manage difficult thoughts and feelings. Through guided discussions, mindfulness exercises, and shared experiences, participants build connection and reduce isolation. The group encourages expression, meaning-making, and resilience while honoring each person’s unique journey. Facilitators provide gentle structure, validation, and resources to support healing. Whether loss is recent or long-standing, clients are welcomed into a nurturing environment focused on understanding, growth, and hope.
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Tree of Life Counseling Wellness Center
16192 Siskiyou Road
Suite 1
Apple Valley, CA 92307
Location
Primary Location
Tree of Life Counseling
15437 Anacapa Road, Suite 30, Suite 31
Victorville, CA 92392
(442) 333-6106Email Us
Additional Location
16192 Siskiyou Road
Apple Valley, CA 92307
(442) 333-6106Nearby Areas