Heather MacLachlan

I would love to have the honor of supporting you, to work toward being empowered to be the highest version of yourself.

I earned my MSW from ETSU. I am licensed a Clinical Social Worker. I also hold a Master of Science in Hospice and Palliative Studies. I have early work experience as an ordained minister working as an On Call Hospital Chaplain for five years.

In the agency I worked at in the past, I worked in empowering clients that struggled with ADHD to feel supported in understanding their gifts and strengths. I teach coping skills and psycho education to clients to gain new insights and feel stronger within themselves.

I also have a passion for working with women, especially older women, guiding them toward fierce compassion, along with re-creating themselves as they grew in strength and felt their possibilities in a new way.

This is all still vitally important to me in my practice as I support clients in therapy. I am here for you as a deep listener, with empathy and compassion guiding you toward making the changes you wish to see within yourself.

I come from a strength's perspective, empowering clients to believe in their highest potential. I am fully present with deep listening, empathy, and compassion, so the clients I work with can believe in themselves and truly flourish. I have a background in Mindfulness and Self Compassion. I have also trained in Compassion Focused Therapy. I believe

Communication is critical for successful relationships, and I offer communication skills through Non-Violent Communication (NVC) for improving relating to others through effective communication. Guided meditations, homework that includes Mindfulness skills and practices, breathing practices, affirmations, and calming practices for your nervous system may be included.

You can expect a therapist who truly listens, sees you, and wants to hear your story, and support you with empathy and compassion in the best way possible.