Therapist profile
Heather Nelson, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Georgia LCSW - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLCSW, CSW
- LicenseLCSW, Georgia / CSW003407
- NPI1487795951
- Experience26 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationGeorgia
About
- ACT methods
- CBT skills
- DBT strategies
About Heather
Heather Nelson is a Georgia-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 26 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and depression. She also addresses anger, relationship concerns, addiction, grief, and self-esteem issues.
Her approach is direct and person-centered. She uses practical conversation to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different ways of responding. Sessions focus on clear goals and strategies that people can use outside of appointments.
Heather draws from several evidence-informed methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. She blends these approaches to match what a person says they need and what works in practice.
She values respectful, sensitive communication and adjusts the way she talks based on the client's concerns. Expect straightforward talk about thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, plus practical exercises to practice between sessions. This includes work on communication, boundaries, and managing strong emotions like anger.
To begin, people follow the site's matching process and schedule a first session. Heather notes that she tailors dialogue and plans to each person's situation, and she encourages those taking the first step to reach out and set up an initial meeting.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that align with their values. It is often used for stress, anxiety, and anger by teaching acceptance of difficult feelings while taking practical steps forward.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going. It is useful for depression, anxiety, anger, and many everyday concerns through skills like thought records and behavior experiments.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal skills. It can help people who struggle with intense emotions or impulsive reactions by teaching specific coping techniques.
Heather treats choosing an approach as a collaborative process. She will talk with each person about their goals, try methods that fit, and adjust the plan over time based on what helps. This means the work is shaped by both the client's needs and practical results.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce commute time. They also let people practice new skills in their regular routines while still getting guidance from a licensed professional.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting, depression, anger, relationship problems, addictions, grief, self-esteem, and related concerns.
What is her therapy style?
Her style is person-centered and practical. She focuses on clear goals, direct conversation, and exercises people can use between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 26 years of professional work experience as a clinician in Georgia.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Georgia LCSW and also holds a CSW credential. She practices in Georgia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.