- 20 years experience
- Ohio LISW
- Focus on family
About Heather
Heather Hershey-Tompkins is an Ohio licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and challenges to self-esteem. Heather approaches each person with respect and practical support. She frames clients as the experts on their own lives and offers guidance to help them move forward.
Heather uses everyday conversations and straightforward tools in sessions. She works on coping with life changes, motivation, and confidence. She also addresses relationship concerns, intimacy-related issues, career questions, and family stress. Her practice includes attention to mood disorders, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Her style draws on several well-known therapy approaches. She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral ideas, emotionally-focused techniques, and mindfulness practices. That mix lets her tailor sessions to what each person needs and prefers.
Sessions focus on practical steps and real-life problems. Clients can expect help naming patterns, trying small changes, and building skills to handle difficult moments. Heather aims to support steady progress rather than quick fixes.
People seeking help are invited to take the first step when they feel ready. Heather offers a calm, steady presence and works collaboratively to set goals and find workable strategies for everyday life.
How therapy approaches shape online work
Heather uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice what matters to them and take committed action toward those values, even when uncomfortable emotions appear. That approach is useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or low mood.Choosing the right approach is part of therapy and happens together. Heather will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what seems most helpful. She adjusts methods over time so sessions stay practical and relevant to the person's life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and reduce travel time. It also allows for shorter check-ins when needed, or conversations that focus on skills practice and problem solving. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to suit daily routines and real-world challenges, helping people use what they learn between sessions.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Heather focus on?
She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues.
What is her therapy style like?
Her approach is practical and collaborative, combining client-centered listening with evidence-informed techniques to build skills and handle daily challenges.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with a range of mood, stress, and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She holds an LISW credential and is licensed in Ohio.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with sessions?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.