Heather Horvath , LPC

Heather Horvath is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan who brings a trauma-informed, client-centered approach to therapeutic work. She combines practical, evidence-informed techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with motivational interviewing and Gottman-informed strategies to help individuals and families navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and life transitions.

Heather works with a wide range of concerns including addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief and loss, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting challenges, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Her additional focus includes aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, co-morbidity, communication problems, guilt and shame, veteran and armed forces issues, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress, and traumatic brain injury.

Her clinical background includes work with at-risk families, child welfare involvement, inmate rehabilitation, and support for those adjusting to changes in functional status due to illness, injury, or aging. Heather offers therapy in English and is accepting new clients, including international clients. She provides sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Heather holds the LPC credential, which denotes licensure to practice professional counseling in Michigan.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-centered therapy emphasizes the client's own goals and perspectives, creating a respectful space where the therapist follows the client's lead to build insight and self-directed change. This approach is helpful for people working through life transitions, relationship concerns, or self-esteem challenges.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing practical strategies to change behaviors and emotional responses. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and coping with stress. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness - tools that support people managing intense emotions, anger, or self-destructive patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Heather works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration helps tailor sessions to what feels most effective for each person.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to connect from home, balance therapy with work or caregiving responsibilities, and maintain continuity of care when schedules or locations change. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to support evidence-informed work and meet each client's practical needs.