Heather Whitefield at PsychForte

Does your life feel out of control? Are you struggling with being overwhelmed by thoughts and feelings that may be related to anxiety, depression, grief or even trauma? Has it been difficult to concentrate and perform your usual tasks and activities? You are not alone. I understand it can be a bit much and I am here to help. I have a successful track record, along with several years of experience, empowering individuals of all ages to explore, identify and cope with their mental health challenges. Together we can work through and release your challenges so you can begin healing and living your best life. You deserve happiness. I look forward to supporting you along your journey!

In our sessions you can expect to work together in a safe, confidential and supportive environment, where I can compassionately assist you in overcoming your challenges. I utilize several person-centered, evidence-based approaches, that I will customize specifically for you and your challenges.

I believe my strengths are in that I utilize an eclectic approach, customizing several types of interventions to specifically fit each person's needs and challenges. My experience and background help me to better assess and successfully assist individuals in promoting their highest level of healing. I utilize effective interventions but also learn and practice new and improved approaches. I believe it is important to integrate all aspects of an individual to achieve wholeness and promote the healing of the self.

I utilize a variety of treatment approaches including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Circle of Security Parenting, Brief Strategic Family Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Anger Management, Motivational Interviewing, and specifically for trauma/abuse, TF-CBT, Child Parent Psychotherapy, HeartMath and EMDR interventions. My areas of expertise include trauma/abuse, PTSD, suicidal ideation, self-harm, anxiety, depression, grief, LGBTQ, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, non-offending care giver therapy, ADHD, self-esteem building, coping with bullying, gifted children, assisting with positive social interaction strategies, family conflict management and group therapy.