Heather Croteau

I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who works with adults dealing with anxiety, relationship and family stress, grief, burnout, and major life changes. Many of my clients are capable people who appear to have things under control but privately feel overwhelmed, stuck in their heads, or responsible for keeping everything and everyone together. I offer practical, straightforward therapy that helps you understand what is driving your reactions, develop healthier boundaries, and feel more grounded and confident in your daily life.

My style is warm, collaborative, and direct. I won’t simply nod while you talk, but I also won’t push you faster than you are ready to go. Together, we’ll identify recurring patterns, understand the emotional triggers underneath them, and develop tools that fit your actual life. I draw from cognitive-behavioral, emotion-focused, interpersonal, trauma-informed, and solution-focused approaches. Therapy with me includes room to process what happened while remaining focused on what can change now.

Our first session will focus on what is happening now, what has led you here, and what you want to feel or handle differently. You do not need to arrive with the perfect explanation or share everything immediately. I’ll ask questions, help organize what feels tangled, and work with you to identify a realistic starting point. You can expect a calm, affirming space where humor is welcome, difficult subjects can be discussed honestly, and therapy has a clear purpose beyond simply getting through the wee