Heather received her Bachelor’s of Arts in anthropology from DePaul University in 2013 and her Master’s of Social Work from the University of Southern California in 2015. Heather has experience in both short and long term psychiatric hospitals, as well as in home care and hospice. Heather utilizes various treatment modalities including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and other approaches as needed to help each unique individual meet their goals. She works with a variety of populations, including teenagers, adults of all ages, and individuals across the gender and sexuality spectrum.
Heather collaborates with clients to identify their values and utilizes a person centered, strengths based treatment approach to help clients meet their goals. She employs a holistic perspective that incorporates all facets of the client’s life and identity into the therapeutic process. Heather strives to provide compassion and empathy to each of her clients, and she considers it a privilege to work with people in this capacity.
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