Heather Andrews, LPC
Mindful narrative therapy for life changes
Details
| Name | Heather Andrews |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LPC |
| Based in | Alabama |
| Licensed in | Alabama |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 3 |
About Heather
Heather Andrews is a licensed professional counselor in Alabama. She has three years of clinical experience helping people who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, low mood, and major life transitions. Heather focuses on listening and building a practical plan that fits each person she meets.
She uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe the stories they tell about themselves. That approach can make painful experiences feel less defining and open space for new meanings.
Background and approach
Heather also draws on Client-Centered methods to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients set the pace and goals. When thoughts and behaviors get in the way, she uses elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful patterns and try small, doable changes.
For people who struggle with strong emotions or impulsivity, Heather incorporates skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness exercises to build steadiness and calm. Common concerns she supports include trauma and abuse, depression, panic and mood disorders, postpartum and pregnancy-related struggles, self-harm, and challenges with self-esteem or body image. She also addresses attachment wounds, abandonment fears, and feelings of emptiness or isolation.
Heather aims to tailor conversations and plans to each person’s needs. She focuses on clear steps and practical coping tools, while honoring the life story that brought someone to therapy. Her style is steady, compassionate, and goal-oriented.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem among the things Heather works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Dissociation
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Heather among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Heather among the ways she works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Heather among the ways she works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Heather among the ways she works.
- Internal Family Systems: Listed by Heather among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Heather directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Heather directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
Narrative and skills-based therapy online
Heather commonly uses Narrative Therapy to help people separate themselves from painful events and rewrite limiting stories. This approach helps when past hurts, trauma, or identity struggles make it hard to move forward. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which centers on listening, empathy, and letting the client set the pace and goals for work together.When thoughts or behaviors interfere with daily functioning, Heather brings in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools to identify unhelpful thinking and test small behavioral changes. Those practical steps can reduce panic, lift low mood, and make big transitions feel more manageable. Heather treats finding the right approach as a team effort and will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video works well for deeper conversations, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging can support short check-ins or ongoing skills practice. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent around work, childcare, or other commitments.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of problems does Heather help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar and mood disorders, panic, and anger. Additional areas include body image, self-harm, postpartum concerns, and feelings of emptiness or isolation.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Heather blends Narrative Therapy with client-centered listening to let clients guide the work. She adds CBT and DBT skills when practical to shift thoughts and manage emotions.
What is her professional background?
Heather holds an LPC credential and has three years of professional counseling experience. Her practice emphasizes respectful, sensitive support and collaborative planning.
Where is Heather licensed to practice?
She is licensed in Alabama and lists Alabama as her practice location.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Heather offers multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Heather?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Contacting this therapist
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