Heidi Shock, LMSW
LMSW specializing in trauma and addictions
- Client-centered approach
- Works with international clients
- 14 years experience
About Heidi Shock
Heidi Shock is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with more than fourteen years of experience working with high-risk clients, particularly within the criminal justice system. She brings a calm, nonjudgmental approach that encourages openness and supports people as they confront obstacles such as substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders, ADHD, and grief. Her practice has included clients across the lifespan, from teens to older adults, and spans a wide range of life challenges and relational concerns.
Heidi earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan and a Master of Social Work from Michigan State University, training that informs a practical and evidence-informed style of care. As an LMSW—a Licensed Master Social Worker—she combines clinical skill with compassionate support to help people identify patterns, build coping strategies, and move toward the changes they want to see in their lives.
Her therapeutic stance blends client-centered principles with techniques drawn from cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, mindfulness, and emotionally focused approaches, tailored to each person’s needs. She emphasizes a collaborative relationship that honors individual strengths and goals, and she offers encouragement for those ready to take the first steps toward growth and healing.
Heidi earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan and a Master of Social Work from Michigan State University, training that informs a practical and evidence-informed style of care. As an LMSW—a Licensed Master Social Worker—she combines clinical skill with compassionate support to help people identify patterns, build coping strategies, and move toward the changes they want to see in their lives.
Her therapeutic stance blends client-centered principles with techniques drawn from cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, mindfulness, and emotionally focused approaches, tailored to each person’s needs. She emphasizes a collaborative relationship that honors individual strengths and goals, and she offers encouragement for those ready to take the first steps toward growth and healing.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Heidi Shock have?
Heidi Shock has 14 years of experience.
Is Heidi Shock a licensed therapist?
Yes. Heidi Shock holds the credential LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details: MI LMSW 6801105237.
In which languages does Heidi Shock provide therapy?
Heidi Shock provides therapy in English.
Where is Heidi Shock located?
Heidi Shock is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Heidi Shock as my therapist?
You can work with Heidi Shock through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Heidi Shock work with international clients?
Yes, Heidi Shock works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Heidi Shock cost?
The cost of therapy 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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 Flexible Online Care
Heidi Shock draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive, collaborative relationship where the person’s values and goals guide the work - this approach helps people feel heard and respected as they explore challenges and strengths. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and to teach practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and substance-related triggers. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques are incorporated when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are priorities, offering concrete skills for managing intense feelings and improving relationships.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Heidi works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She reviews options, adjusts strategies over time, and supports clients in finding what works for them.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit treatment into busy schedules and to access licensed professionals from different locations. These options can increase consistency of care and make it simpler to maintain momentum between sessions while working toward meaningful change.