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Heather Allen

Therapist
11 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders, Grief or loss
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m glad you’re here and taking this step. I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety disorders, and I truly love the work I do. I enjoy helping people understand what keeps the cycle of OCD and anxiety going and learn practical skills to step out of that cycle and experience greater freedom.

My goal is to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and also encouraged to do the hard work that leads to meaningful change.

My approach to therapy

I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and EMDR. I tailor treatment to each person while using evidence-based approaches to help clients better understand their patterns, face fears differently, and build confidence in their ability to handle uncertainty and discomfort.

My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I also use humor when appropriate because therapy can involve difficult work, but that doesn’t mean every moment has to feel heavy. I want you to feel comfortable being yourself while also knowing that I will encourage and challenge you as we work toward your goals.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is an opportunity for me to get to know you, not just your symptoms. We’ll talk about what brought you to therapy, how OCD or anxiety is affecting your life, what you’ve already tried, and what you hope will be different.

We’ll begin identifying your goals and discussing what treatment might look like, but you don’t have to have everything figured out before you walk through the door. My goal is for you to leave the first session feeling heard, with a better understanding of where we’re headed and hope that change is possible.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Humorous, Creative

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    11 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders, Grief or loss
  • More specialties
    Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Behavioral Activation (BA), Play, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Exposure Response Prevention
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Children
  • Languages
    English