Heather Horvath, LPC
Trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan
- Trauma and anxiety
- CBT and DBT skills
- Working with families
About Heather Horvath
Heather Horvath is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan who values the potential of therapy to support healing and practical change. She works from a trauma-informed, eclectic perspective and tailors interventions to each person's history, strengths, and goals. Heather draws on an understanding of behavior, reality theory, and neurocognitive development, and she integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness when they suit a client's needs. She also incorporates principles from dialectical behavior therapy, the Gottman Method, and motivational interviewing as appropriate to the presenting concerns.
Her background includes work with community agencies, corrections, and family services, supporting people involved with the child welfare system, individuals in inmate rehabilitation, those with traumatic brain injuries, and people navigating changes in functional status related to illness, injury, or aging. Heather addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting challenges, sleep and eating difficulties, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. She also focuses on caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, veteran and armed forces issues, panic disorder, and comorbid conditions.
Heather emphasizes collaboration and practical coping strategies, working with each person to set goals and choose techniques that fit their life and circumstances.
Her background includes work with community agencies, corrections, and family services, supporting people involved with the child welfare system, individuals in inmate rehabilitation, those with traumatic brain injuries, and people navigating changes in functional status related to illness, injury, or aging. Heather addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting challenges, sleep and eating difficulties, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. She also focuses on caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, veteran and armed forces issues, panic disorder, and comorbid conditions.
Heather emphasizes collaboration and practical coping strategies, working with each person to set goals and choose techniques that fit their life and circumstances.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsGuilt and shameVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressTraumatic brain injury
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Heather Horvath have?
Heather Horvath has 3 years of experience as a practicing therapist.
Is Heather Horvath a licensed therapist?
Yes. Heather holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is listed as MI LPC 6401017946.
In which languages does Heather Horvath provide therapy?
Heather provides therapy in English.
Where is Heather Horvath located?
Heather is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Heather Horvath as my therapist?
You can work with Heather through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Heather Horvath work with international clients?
Yes, Heather works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Heather Horvath cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Heather typically uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive environment where the client's perspective guides the work - this approach focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people identify their own goals and solutions. Cognitive behavioral therapy, which she also employs, is a practical approach that explores the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers tools to change unhelpful patterns; it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Dialectical behavior therapy provides skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Heather collaborates with each client to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then adjusts methods over time to find the best fit for meaningful progress. This collaborative stance helps ensure techniques are relevant and manageable for the person in therapy.
Online therapy with Heather is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to connect across distances. These options provide flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, mobility limitations, or international time zones while still accessing regular support from a licensed professional.