- Goal focused
- Warm and direct
- Skills oriented
About Heather
Heather uses goal-focused strategies so people can see progress in everyday life. She commonly draws on cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused ideas to make next steps clear. She avoids a single method for everyone and adjusts methods to fit each person's needs and aims.
Her work has included support for depression, stress and anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and trauma and abuse. She also has experience with substance use, life transitions, career questions, foster care and adoption related issues, and compassion fatigue. Additional areas of focus include jealousy, fertility concerns, polyamory and non-monogamous relationship questions, and young adult issues.
Heather describes her style as compassionate and nonjudgmental. She encourages people to notice small wins and to build skills that help with daily functioning. Outside of work she enjoys being outdoors, walking with her family and dog, and practicing yoga and meditation.
Choosing therapy is a big step, and Heather aims to make it straightforward and practical. Prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire to begin and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and preferences, with the therapist offering support and reflection to help clients clarify what matters most and build confidence in their choices. This approach is useful for people who want a collaborative, empathetic space to work through life decisions and self-worth concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with concrete experiments and behavior changes. It tends to be helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep or eating concerns by giving clear skills to practice between meetings.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical tools for managing strong emotions and improving relationships through skills like distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and mindful awareness. These skills can be useful when coping with intense feelings such as jealousy or anger.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy journey. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts strategies as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often tailor homework and practice tasks to home life so skills transfer to everyday situations.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Connecticut, Maine, New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Heather help with?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma and relationship or intimacy-related issues, and areas like jealousy, addiction, and parenting challenges.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and goal focused, using practical strategies tailored to each person. The tone is warm, nonjudgmental, and aimed at helping clients make measurable changes.
What background does Heather bring to her work?
She holds a master’s degree in human behavior with a specialization in counseling and has 12 years of experience working with diverse clinical concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
Heather is credentialed as an LPC and LCPC and practices from Maine.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the U.S. work with Heather?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the continue button on this profile, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.