Heather Waite

Life can bring challenges that feel difficult to navigate alone, whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or the lasting effects of trauma. For military Service Members, veterans, and their families, the transition through service and beyond can bring unique experiences and challenges that may be hard to put into words. I’m Heather Waite, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience providing individual therapy. I recently retired from the Army, where I had the privilege of working with Service Members, veterans, and their families. These experiences have strengthened my commitment to helping people feel understood, supported, and empowered in their healing. I believe therapy is most effective when we work together to identify what matters to you, build on your existing strengths, and develop goals that improve your daily life and overall well-being. Wherever you are in your journey, you deserve a space where your experiences are met with compassion and respect.

You are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you as you find the tools and perspective to move forward. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to your individual needs. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you recognize patterns in your thoughts and behaviors and develop more helpful ways of responding to challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help you make room for difficult emotions while taking steps toward what matters most to you. Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) supports the exploration of beliefs and thought patterns connected to traumatic experiences, while Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) can help you process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact. Together, we’ll determine which approaches best fit your experiences and goals. I believe healing is not about changing who you are, but about helping you better understand yourself, draw on your strengths, and build the skills needed to navigate life with greater confidence and satisfaction.

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin building a trusting therapeutic relationship. You’ll have space to share what brings you to therapy, talk about your background and experiences, and discuss what you hope to achieve. There’s no pressure to arrive prepared or share more than you feel ready to share. I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and respectful environment where you can feel safe being open and vulnerable at your own pace. My hope is that you feel heard, respected, and supported throughout the process, knowing you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. We’ll take things one step at a time, working together toward greater healing, resilience, and well-being.