Heather Mattson
Person-centered LCSW supporting anxiety, grief, and relationships
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About
Heather Mattson is an LCSW based in Wisconsin with five years of clinical practice working with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and grief. She is committed to providing an affirming environment and explicitly welcomes LGBTQ+ clients and people seeking a secular therapeutic setting.
Her work includes support for people exploring self-love, improving communication, and addressing experiences of isolation, social anxiety, panic, and post-traumatic stress. She also helps clients navigate life transitions such as divorce and loss and addresses complex patterns like attachment concerns, codependency, and identity questions. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, blended family issues, caregiver stress, and body image.
Heather’s style is collaborative and person-centered. She emphasizes honoring each person’s strengths and pace, partnering with clients to build practical tools and insights for managing symptoms and improving relationships. As an LCSW, she brings a steady, respectful presence to work alongside individuals through challenging life moments.
Her work includes support for people exploring self-love, improving communication, and addressing experiences of isolation, social anxiety, panic, and post-traumatic stress. She also helps clients navigate life transitions such as divorce and loss and addresses complex patterns like attachment concerns, codependency, and identity questions. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, blended family issues, caregiver stress, and body image.
Heather’s style is collaborative and person-centered. She emphasizes honoring each person’s strengths and pace, partnering with clients to build practical tools and insights for managing symptoms and improving relationships. As an LCSW, she brings a steady, respectful presence to work alongside individuals through challenging life moments.
- Location:
- Wisconsin, United States
- Years Experience:
- 5
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: WI LCSW 12431 - 123
- NPI Number: 1114790086
- License: LCSW (Wisconsin)
Remote sessions and therapeutic style
Heather practices a collaborative, person-centered form of teletherapy that centers the client’s perspective and goals. In a person-centered frame she focuses on listening, reflecting what matters to the individual, and helping them clarify values and long term aims. The collaborative emphasis means Heather works together with each person to set the pace and choose practical steps that fit their life.Her approach is also explicitly affirming; she notes a commitment to working with LGBTQ+ clients and to offering a secular therapeutic environment. That can make this a good match for people seeking nonjudgmental support around identity, relationships, grief, or trauma-related concerns while keeping their beliefs and lived experience at the center of the work.
Heather offers remote options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats are used to maintain continuity of care and to allow clients to engage in the way that feels most accessible to them while addressing issues such as anxiety, communication difficulties, relationship patterns, and life transitions.
How long has Heather been practicing?
She has five years of clinical experience as a licensed social worker.
What are Heather's professional credentials?
Heather holds an LCSW and is licensed in Wisconsin. License details on file are WI LCSW 12431 - 123.
Which languages does Heather use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English, as indicated on the profile.
Where is Heather located?
She practices in Wisconsin.
What ways can I work with Heather remotely?
Heather offers multiple remote formats, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does Heather accept international clients?
The profile indicates that she does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Heather?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as described in the profile.