Heather Harris

Compassionate skills-based therapy for life and trauma concerns

LCSW Texas

Experience: 14 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Heather

Heather Harris is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Texas who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

She brings 14 years of focused clinical experience and has worked extensively with trauma-related concerns including domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, post-traumatic stress, mood disorders, guilt and shame, and issues affecting veterans and armed forces members.

Her background includes outpatient behavioral clinic work treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and she draws on that experience to support practical recovery goals. In session Heather blends cognitive behavioral therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and motivational interviewing techniques to help clients build coping skills, clarify values, and make actionable changes.

She aims to create a respectful, positive therapeutic space and emphasizes collaboration in goal setting and planning. Heather earned her social work degrees from Hardin-Simmons University and the University of Denver and holds Texas licensure as an LCSW.

Prospective clients seeking focused, skills-based therapy for mood, trauma, and adjustment concerns may find her approach direct yet compassionate.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Heather uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and mood-related challenges. She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to assist people in clarifying values, accepting difficult feelings, and committing to actions that move them toward meaningful goals. These approaches are applied in a trauma-informed way when working with survivors of abuse and other trauma-related concerns.

Deciding which method fits best is a collaborative process; the therapist works with each person to explore goals, preferences, and response to techniques and may blend methods over time to find the most helpful combination. Clients are involved in setting priorities and developing manageable steps to track progress.

Online therapy with Heather is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and allow people to choose a format that feels most comfortable for discussing sensitive topics and practicing new skills.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Heather commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, depression, anger, and coping with life changes, and also focuses on trauma-related issues such as domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, post-traumatic stress, mood disorders, guilt, and veteran and armed forces issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and skills-focused, combining practical techniques with values-based work to help clients identify goals and create actionable plans for change.

What is her clinical background and experience?

She has 14 years of clinical experience and has worked in outpatient behavioral settings treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma-related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is an LCSW licensed in Texas with licence number TX LCSW 37544 and practices from Texas.

Does she provide services in multiple languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In what session formats does she meet with clients?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are session costs handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working with her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

Anger management

Additional focus areas

Domestic violenceGuilt and shameVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disorders Post-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuse

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English