- Sleep and rest focus
- Trauma-informed care
- Goal-oriented steps
About Heather
Heather Shaver is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with two decades of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, and sleep problems. She helps clients who are coping with addiction, relationship strain, career changes, and the exhaustion that comes from compassion fatigue. Heather works in a straightforward, calm manner and focuses on building trust first.
Heather earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Florida and a Master of Social Work from the University of Central Florida. Early in her career she served as a victim advocate for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors and later provided services in juvenile justice, residential substance abuse, hospice, and home health. Those roles shaped how she supports people during crises and through long-term challenges.
She favors practical approaches that match a person's needs in the moment. Sessions often begin by identifying one or two clear goals and then using tools from cognitive behavioral work, mindfulness, or solution-focused techniques to reach them. Heather emphasizes small, manageable changes rather than sweeping promises.
Heather currently directs mental health services for chronically ill adults, and she draws on that experience when supporting people facing medical or end-of-life concerns. She also addresses eating and food-related issues, codependency, and communication problems.
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She listens first, builds trust, and adapts methods to each person's situation. Those who value practical steps and steady support often appreciate her plainspoken approach.
Approaches used online and how they help
Heather integrates cognitive behavioral work and mindfulness in short, practical ways. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on spotting thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and replacing them with more workable habits; this approach can help with anxiety, insomnia, and depression. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day rest and focus.Heather also draws from motivational interviewing when people need help finding the internal drive to change. That approach involves open questions and reflective listening to uncover personal reasons for change and to build commitment. Together these methods can be used to set small, achievable goals around sleep routines, coping with stress, or reducing unhelpful habits.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Heather will collaborate with each person to figure out which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing one style. Expect a conversational process that tests techniques and adapts them over time.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people practice strategies in real-life settings between meetings. Licensed professionals can use these benefits to help people make steady progress toward better sleep and less stress.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Heather address in therapy?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and sleeping difficulties among other issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She starts where a person is and focuses on building trust and achievable goals.
What is her professional background?
She has 20 years of experience, including work as a victim advocate, roles in juvenile justice and residential substance abuse, hospice and home health care, private practice, and directing mental health services for chronically ill adults.
Which credentials and region apply to this therapist?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida.
In what languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.