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Heather Forward

Therapist(she/her)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm an OCD, phobia, panic, and picking/pulling specialist. 90% of my caseload has OCD and about half also have a phobia or a body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB). I have a lot of experience with taboo themes (P-OCD, Z-OCD, I-OCD) and people that have primarily mental compulsions. I'm open about having OCD and a BFRB myself. I know what it's like!

My approach to therapy

I've completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). I primarily utilize ERP to treat OCD, panic, and phobias. I'm also trained in the ComB model for BFRBs. I see people 18+ exclusively online so I can see you no matter where in Georgia you happen to be.

What you can expect from me

I want people to know that therapists don't belong on pedestals; we have our own struggles and good therapists use them to become better practitioners. I chose my specialty because I've been there. If you're looking for a nonjudgemental therapist that shows her humanity and embraces it with humor then I might be a good fit for you.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Georgia
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Georgia)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Oscar, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders
  • More specialties
    Depression, Stress management
  • Therapy methods
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English