Heather
Heather is passionate about supporting and empowering trauma survivors in their healing journey. Her experience encompasses a variety of issues including initiate partner violence, complex PTSD, human trafficking, religious trauma, as well as adoption and attachment.
Her primary modality is EMDR, while also incorporating CBT, mindfulness and play therapy. She is available to see kids (5+), adults, and especially loves working with teens. Additionally, she can provide Christian-based counseling to those who request it.
In the context of a safe, compassionate therapeutic environment, Heather can help you resolve your trauma symptoms, process painful memories and live with hope and purpose.
Licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners (License # 17191)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Intensive Training
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Intensive Training
Play Therapy Training
The Parenting Wheel & GPEP: Group Parent Empowering Protocol by Ana Gomez
Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist – Sex Trafficking and Exploitation (CCTS-S) through Trauma Institute International
Member of Maryland Human Trafficking Clinicians Collaborative
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) trained by an EMDRIA-Approved Organization
Specialties
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Play Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
“May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.” Nelson Mandela