Individuals (Children/Adolescents/Adults)- Heidi works with individuals with different needs, diverse background and from age 8 years and up. Several of the most common issues Heidi works with that prompt people to see her for therapy include:
Anxiety
Anticipatory Grief and Bereavement
Eating Disorders & Body Image
Depression
Stress
Self-Esteem
Grief & Loss
Life Transitions
Relationship Concerns
ADD /ADHD
Conduct Disorders
Substance Abuse
Those Affected By Substance Abuse
Addiction Issues
Chemical Dependency and Recovery
Couples (Dating, Partnered, Married, Separated)- Heidi works with couples in all stages of their relationships. Some of the areas She has expertise in are:
Pre-Marital Issues
Communication
Parenting
Conflict
Families- Much of Heidi’s work with families is around helping parents and teens communicate more effectively, learning to set boundaries as well as psycho education and recovery issues. Some of the areas she often works with are:
Anticipatory Grief and Bereavement
Disruptive Behaviors
Eating disorder recovery
Family Transitions
Blended Families
Substance Abuse
Chemical Dependency and Other Addictions
Working with horses in therapy- In addition to traditional office based counseling, Heidi offers interactive Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and experiential learning.
Enhancing life skills through equine assisted counseling and learning is not a horsemanship or riding program, most of the activities are carried out on the ground, although some involve participants getting on the horse. It is a Mental Health oriented, interactive and experiential hands on therapeutic approach where the therapist and client have a opportunity to see and reflect on how the client interacts by how the horses respond to them. Whether Equine Assisted Psychotherapy is used in individual, family or group therapy, clients are able to look more deeply at the core issues that cause their attitudes and behaviors. Clients also learn that relationship's take time, work, respect and honesty. Another great benefit is that using horses can be a lot of fun!