About

Heather Richards, LMFT, brings 20 years of clinical experience to a practice focused on the emotional work that matters most. She centers her work on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, untangle relationship dynamics, and explore intimacy-related concerns with clarity and compassion. Her approach respects the complexity of identity and life transitions while paying close attention to patterns that shape how people relate to themselves and others.

She has a clinical emphasis on serving LGBTQ clients, older adults, and people exploring diverse relationship structures. Common areas of focus include self-esteem, communication problems, attachment and abandonment issues, and the emotional aftermath of infidelity, jealousy, or separation. She also works with body image concerns, aging and caregiver stress, gender dysphoria, and questions around kink and alternative sexual culture.

Heather draws on evidence-based therapeutic practices and blends insight-oriented exploration with practical skill building. She supports clients through life changes such as midlife shifts, divorce, career transitions, and cancer caregiving. Her practice aims to help people strengthen communication, clarify values, and develop tools to change thinking, behavior, and feelings at a sustainable pace.
Location:
Florida, United States
Years Experience:
20
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Cancer, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Workplace issues

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NJ LMFT 37FI00211700, FL LMFT MT3907
  • NPI Number: 1700531845
  • License: LMFT (New Jersey), LMFT (Florida), LMFT (Pennsylvania)

Remote therapy focus and format

Heather offers remote sessions that combine evidence-based therapeutic practices with insight-oriented and skill-building work. The evidence-based orientation supports exploration of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while the insight work attends to patterns rooted in attachment, family history, and identity. Skill-building addresses practical areas such as communication, boundaries, and strategies for managing stress and anxiety.



This combination can suit people who want both understanding and actionable tools for relationships, intimacy, self-esteem, and life transitions. Heather works with topics including LGBTQ concerns, aging and caregiver stress, body image, and issues around commitment or alternative sexual culture. Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person's goals.



Remote appointments are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences. Scheduling and session details are handled through the platform to help people connect and begin the work together.

How long has Heather been practicing?

Heather Richards has 20 years of clinical experience working with individuals on relationship, anxiety, and life transition issues.

What are her professional credentials and licenses?

She is an LMFT and holds licenses listed as NJ LMFT 37FI00211700 and FL LMFT MT3907.

Which languages does she use in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English according to this profile.

Where is she based?

Her practice location is in Florida.

What ways can people work with her remotely?

This profile indicates she works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Does she accept international clients?

No. The profile indicates she does not accept clients outside the therapist's stated service area.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with her?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button on the platform and complete a short matching questionnaire to be paired for care.