Heather Showen, LICSW, LISW

Heather Showen is a licensed clinical social worker who uses practical, person-centered care to help people through difficult transitions. She holds LICSW and LISW credentials and brings seven years of experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, addiction struggles, trauma, and depression. Heather emphasizes a straightforward, respectful approach and helps people take the first steps toward feeling more stable and hopeful.

She sees the person, not just the problem, and invites clients to share what matters most. Sessions focus on clear goals and simple tools that can be used outside of therapy. Heather encourages people to notice their strengths and to try small changes that add up over time.

Her background includes work with those coping with life changes such as divorce, caregiving strain, and midlife crisis. She also supports people dealing with chronic pain, attachment and abandonment concerns, impulsivity, and mood or panic symptoms. When trauma is part of the story, she draws on methods that address traumatic memories alongside present-day coping.

Heather blends acceptance-based and skills-focused strategies. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people manage thoughts and build values-based action. Mindfulness and client-centered techniques are used to slow things down and strengthen resilience.

People who choose Heather typically want practical steps and a collaborative relationship. She helps clients set achievable goals, practice new coping habits, and track progress over time. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult internal experiences. It can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions by emphasizing action that aligns with what matters to you. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical strategies to notice and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which is useful for panic, mood problems, and stress-related symptoms. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that works on processing distressing memories so they feel less intrusive and overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will work together with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and comfort level. Sessions often blend elements from different approaches so the plan matches the individual's needs.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and making it simpler to join from different locations. Licensed professionals can use video or phone tools to teach skills, guide mindfulness exercises, and support progress over time.