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- Strengths based
- Solution focused
- CBT and mindfulness
About Heather
LISW in Ohio with 15 years of clinical experience, Heather Hudson focuses on stress, anxiety, parenting and related concerns. She works with adults who bring parenting and family strain, mood changes, grief, trauma, anger, ADHD, and questions about relationships. Heather uses a strengths-based, solution-focused stance alongside research-based practices to help people manage symptoms and tackle practical problems.
Heather started clinical work in Los Angeles after studying psychology and social work. Early work was mainly with children; later roles included school social work in San Diego while raising her own family. Her experience spans community and school settings and a range of client concerns.
Her sessions center on clear goals and practical steps. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and on mindfulness techniques to build awareness and pause reactive behavior. The tone is behavioral and task-oriented rather than abstract.
Typical conversations include identifying strengths, setting small goals, and trying specific strategies between sessions. Heather emphasizes that clients are the experts on their lives and that the work should align with what a person wants to change.
People who reach out can expect straightforward problem-solving, skill practice, and planning for real-world situations. Heather describes the approach as collaborative and focused on measurable progress rather than long, unfocused talk.
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How Heather uses evidence-based methods in remote work
Heather integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness practices in ways that fit daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce distress; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness practice teaches simple attention and breathing skills to notice reactions and reduce reactivity, which can help with anger, grief, and compassion fatigue.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Heather will work with each person to decide which methods match their goals and preferences. That may mean trying a few techniques in session and keeping what helps most.
Confirm current session options before booking. When arranged remotely, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce commute time, and allow quick check-ins between appointments. Some formats can be better for short progress reviews or phone-based check-ins when bandwidth or attention is limited. Ask about the specific session formats Heather offers so arrangements match daily routines and goals.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting and family issues, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a strengths-based, solution-focused approach and incorporates research-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience, including work in community and school settings and direct therapy with children and adults.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She holds an LISW credential and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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