Heather helped me through a difficult time in my life and had some really valuable insight into why my brain interpreted life situations the way it did. Her insights started me on a journey to a better life with better connections with those I love. She gets attachment theory.
Heather Neilson, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Heather is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Heather. View 3 reviews
- Great news, Heather is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California and Utah
Recent reviews
Amazing in empathy and guiding me to figure out things that I hadn't thought of before.
More about Heather
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I have been licensed psychotherapist in California since 2006, and I have been helping clients professionally since 2000. I have extensive training in attachment-based and somatic approaches to healing and have worked with all ages, from infant mental health to ages 80+. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, motivation, self esteem and confidence. I deeply trust in your own healing capacity, and I gently guide you in harnessing your own resilience, so that you can face and then embrace whatever it is that your life is calling upon you to experience in service to your own growth.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Attachment issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Heather Neilson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760510127.
- LMFT · California · 43011 · Renews June 2027
- LMFT · Utah · 14170140-3902 · Renews September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Heather Neilson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Heather helped me through a difficult time in my life and had some really valuable insight into why my brain interpreted life situations the way it did. Her insights started me on a journey to a better life with better connections with those I love. She gets attachment theory.
Amazing in empathy and guiding me to figure out things that I hadn't thought of before.
Heather is knowledgeable and has expertise in helping me overcome the challenges that I am facing.
Frequently asked questions
Does Heather Neilson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Heather Neilson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Heather Neilson speak?
Heather Neilson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Heather Neilson have?
Heather Neilson has 25 years of experience.
Where is Heather Neilson licensed to practice?
Heather Neilson is licensed to practice in California and Utah.
Does Heather Neilson accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Heather Neilson accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Heather Neilson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Heather Neilson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Heather Neilson offer?
Heather Neilson offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Heather Neilson?
Heather Neilson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Heather Neilson?
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