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- Stress and anxiety
- Mood disorders
- CBT and DBT skills
About Heather
Heather Hale is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) licensed in Michigan with 18 years in practice. She works on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes. Her stated approach emphasizes that clients are experts in their own stories and bring strengths to the work.
Heather uses straightforward, person-focused conversation to help people manage symptoms and make changes. She leans on client-centered principles that follow each person’s priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to break down patterns that contribute to anxiety, mood shifts, and sleep problems.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills appear in her work for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Mindfulness practices are introduced to build awareness and reduce reactivity. Sessions include talking through current problems, practicing new coping strategies, and setting manageable goals.
She supports people dealing with addiction, grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting stress, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas listed include adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, chronic illness and pain, cancer-related concerns, codependency, and communication problems.
Her style is collaborative and practical. Heather helps clients apply strategies between sessions and track progress. To start, clients choose an online therapy option, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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How therapeutic approaches guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client’s priorities. The therapist reflects concerns, helps clarify goals, and supports the client in using personal strengths to address problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down thoughts and behaviors that keep symptoms going. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and habit change because it targets specific patterns and teaches practical skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete strategies for regulating intense emotions and tolerating distress. It can help when mood swings, relationship conflicts, or impulsive behaviors interfere with daily life. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice can change over time as needs evolve. Confirm the session formats before booking to know what is offered. Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting meetings around work or caregiving, reducing travel time, and choosing shorter check-ins when needed. These options can make it easier to keep therapy part of a regular routine.03
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, trauma and related issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered approach and integrates CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to address symptoms and practical problems.
How much experience does she have?
Heather has 18 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds an LMSW and is licensed in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.