Hi! My name is Heather and I am a licensed professional counselor. I specialize in holistic psychotherapy with a unique approach to mental health challenges. I have found that combining modern evidenced based interventions with the ancient wisdom of eastern philosophies expands the understanding of what it is to be human. And simply put, what makes life worth living.
Over the past three decades, I have been a yoga practitioner. My personal journey of self-study of mindfulness and meditation led me to enter the field of mental health. In my fifth decade of life, no less!
Yoga changed me. I came to a level of peace within myself that encompassed self-discipline, self-compassion, self-worth, non-judgement, emotion regulation, self-awareness, and flexibility.
Additionally, I became more connected to my body, recognizing the body as a messenger that we need to hear out. My personal experience led me to change my career. It was at that point I ventured into a field where I thought I could help people heal and grow by utilizing my knowledge and lived experience.
I believe an integrative approach to our overall well-being is important. I work to encourage my clients to build awareness around components of their lives that may be inhibiting the integration of protective factors like personal values and strong social support. Focus on building lives that are not narrowly pointed on what is wrong, but what is right allows us to build resilience and hope.
If you are struggling with mental heath challenges and my philosophy resonates with you, I encourage you to take the first step towards healing. I work with compassion and help my clients achieve personal growth which leads to overall success. It would be my pleasure to join you on your journey to healing.
Contact me, today.