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My name is Heather Brown. I am a Licensed Professional Counseling living in Pennsylvania. I am a mother of three and work in a federal penitentiary. I provided Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to inmates participating in a modified therapeutic community within the prison. My experience in the counseling field began with adolescents. I provided individual, group and family counseling for adolescents participating in an after school program. The program was based on a Cognitive Behavioral approach and involved the clients working through thoughts and feels that were leading them to make poor decisions in their lives. We would work through struggles such as self-esteem issues, substance use, criminal behaviors, family issues, trauma and any other problem area the client would identify during sessions.
I had decided that counseling was a great fit for me during this time and wanted to make this my professional career choice. I decided to further my education and obtain my Master's Degree through Capella University. I loved having the flexibility that came with going to school online. It allowed me to work full time and raise my son while furthering my education. I completed my internship at Crossroads Counseling providing individual and group counseling for clients struggling with addiction issues. While completing my internship I began working in the prison setting. I was able to obtain a Drug Treatment Specialist position for an addictions based modified therapeutic community within the prison. I then moved into a psychology program that was more focused on criminal behaviors at the penitentiary level. Within this position I have worked with a variety of diagnoses from substance use to Antisocial Personality Disorder to Depression to Borderline Personality Disorder to Schizophrenia, and various others.
I have conducted family counseling with adolescents. I worked with families on examining their relationships, what was effective and ineffective within these relationships and how to work together to resolve any issues that came up. Relationships are difficult and no two people are the same. It's important for couples to consider one another's perceptions and thought patterns. With understanding comes acceptance and compromise. I like to examine the love language of each individual and facilitate discussions on how to ensure these are met for each individual.
The theoretical approach I subscribe to is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I feel it’s important for clients to understand that in any situation they have choices. It’s important to consider each choice and what desirable and undesirable consequences may result from making each choice. Clients and I work to challenge negative thinking patterns and think in ways that lead to positive feelings and positive actions. There are many ways this approach can be utilized within the therapeutic setting and empowers the clients to examine choices and make the best one for their personal situations.
I also utilize the Solution Focused Therapeutic Approach. This allows for clients to scale feelings and examine life situations that contribute to certain places on the scale. It provides a tangible way to track progress and recognize situations that contribute to negative feelings and/or behaviors. I also utilize Reality Therapy in counseling which also focuses on the fact that client's have choices and the importance of examining consequences related to each choice before making decisions. William Glaser identified five basic needs of human beings, power or a sense of self-worth, love and belonging, freedom/independence, fun, and survival. Clients and I would examine which needs are met and which need strengthening within their lives.
I am have a great deal of experience in the counseling field. I have been counseling for 13 years with various populations. I am compassionate, genuine, open-minded, objective and understanding. I want what is best for my clients and desire to be a tool in their journey to emotional well-being.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Avoidant personality, Codependency, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, First responder issues, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Postpartum depression, Self-harm, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse
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I think Heather is an excellent therapist who knows how to show her genuine empathy and respect for me. I appreciate her being my therapist, and I trust her opinion and advice.
Written on Jan 01, 2024 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Heather is a very caring and understanding person. I would recommend her to anyone
Written on Sep 05, 2023 after therapy with Heather for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
Heather is absolutely amazing. I’m going to miss our sessions when I’m done with therapy. She is absolutely doing what she’s meant to do and has made such a huge positive impact on my life
Written on Mar 26, 2023 after therapy with Heather for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and self esteem
This is rare for me but I felt immediately comfortable talking with Heather. She is very empathic and kind. When she responds when I write to her, her answers are well thought out and spot on. I was very nervous going on this healing journey but I feel safe walking it with Heather.
Written on Mar 14, 2023 after therapy with Heather for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Heather is wonderful. I feel comfortable sharing with her and opening up. Her responses are always thoughtful, non-threatening and inquisitive about thought process , while providing tools to “practice” while you’re not in session. Highly recommended
Written on Aug 23, 2022 after therapy with Heather for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Heather has been compassionate, caring, and so very helpful in guiding me towards myself. I've been seeing her for over a year now, and I feel that I have been able to grow so much with her help, especially in this last few months. She is the exemplar of a great therapist.
Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with Heather for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
You have been super helpful this far even in my
Written on May 05, 2022 after therapy with Heather for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
My therapist is awesome. When I need her whether it's day or night she is right there. I love the worksheets and the techniques that she uses for me. I appreciate her so very much.
Written on May 01, 2022 after therapy with Heather for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Heather has a deep understanding of what's going on with me and has given me an avenue to explore what my true concerns are and what is holding me back. Overall, I feel supported, but also that I'm able to confidently look inward to understand where things are coming from. She is very understanding, patient, and has provided me with the resources.
Written on Mar 09, 2022 after therapy with Heather for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Heather is ebullient and listens to my concerns and feelings. She replies with an intelligent response and has empathy for my situation.
Written on Dec 01, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, adhd, and career difficulties
I love my therapist, I love the way she responds and all the exercises she sends me to do. It’s been an amazing experience having her in my life
Written on Sep 16, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Heather is great I am approaching a year working with her and can’t wait to see where things continue to go
Written on Aug 30, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and sleeping disorders
Heather is an amazing counselor. She's been helping me through my journey and had some insights I haven't heard from my previous counselor. She has been very helpful.
Written on Aug 07, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, and coping with life changes
Heather is great. She has really helped me in a short amount of time. She is friendly and approachable. It is like talking to a friend so I don't feel awkward but end up speaking truthfully without any worries of judgement. It's like a load off my shoulders everytime we have a session. Thank you
Written on Jun 08, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Heather is a fantastic human being and excellent counselor. She understands what I am saying, provides excellent insight, is super encouraging and checks in regularly. I would recommend Heather to anyone.
Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 2 months
I have met and been with many therapists, no doubt Heather is the best our of all of them. She truly listens and gives incredible thoughtful responses. I couldn't ask for a better therapist
Written on May 30, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Heather's been great! She understands what I'm going through and offers me sound advice. I feel like she really listens to what I have to say and encourages me to be the best person I can be for me. She's an amazing person and I love talking to her.
Written on May 27, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Heather is thoughtful, attentive, and so very insightful. My experience with her has enlightened me and give more tools than any other therapist, counselor, or psychologist has been able to over the last ten years.
Written on Mar 31, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Heather is super sweet and understanding. She takes her time to understand every detail you tell her about a situation and she gives amazing feedback and advice!
Written on Oct 13, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
She’s a great person to open up to and listens and gives you great feedback and things to work on. I enjoy our live chats because it feels like an in person session and I feel like I always accomplish something with heather
Written on Sep 18, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Heather is absolutely amazing. She has helped me so much over the last few months. She's so easy to talk to and friendly, it hasn't really felt like counselling at all. I really appreciate the help she has given me.
Written on Sep 13, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes
Great counselor. First Time Ive reached out for help. I Was apprehensive but I'm glad I did. Its helping a lot.
Written on Sep 05, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, and grief
Very professional but down to Earth. I did not feel intimidated and insecure opening up to her.
Written on Aug 21, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Heather initiates conversations and checks in with me regularly even if I dont message. I sometimes need that and It shows concern.
Written on Jul 02, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders
Heather had been a great listener and has provided great advice.
Written on Mar 28, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I really like Heather because she is really devoted, precise and accurate. She always asks me if she undertook correctly what I've written and that is something I really like because nowadays there are a lot of communication problems.
Written on Mar 24, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, and adhd
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