Heather Burdick, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Heather!

I work with teens and young adults navigating the challenges of adolescence and early adulthood. I'm passionate about making mental health support accessible and welcome the opportunity to connect with clients who might not otherwise have access to resources.

My focus

I help clients with stress and anxiety, depression, grief processing, anger management, substance abuse and recovery, self-harming behaviors, life transitions, and interpersonal struggles or challenging social relationships.

My approach

I use a client-centered approach, drawing from Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapies with elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I don't believe therapy is one-size-fits-all—treatment should be dynamic and responsive to your needs. Solid rapport built on mutual respect and collaboration in a positive, non-judgmental space is foundational.

My communication style

I bring big energy and embrace a straightforward, direct communication style, using humor, empathy, and strengths-based language as healing tools. While therapy isn't easy, it should be beneficial and gratifying—maybe even something you look forward to, given the relief it can provide.

My journey to mental healthcare

I didn't set out to become a therapist—I initially wanted to be a pediatrician but discovered my passion for supporting youth mental health through psychology instead. I'm constantly in awe of people's abilities to evolve and rise above crippling circumstances and feel privileged to join them on their healing journeys.

My goals for you

My focus is helping you build resilience, develop coping strategies, and create meaningful change that aligns with your values and goals.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll get to know each other and explore what brought you to therapy. I'll ask about your concerns, goals, and what you hope to gain from our work together. It's a collaborative conversation in a safe, non-judgmental space.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Non-denominational

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Educators

LGBTQIA+

Racial Justice

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Carelon Behavioral Health
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage, Family & Child Counseling from University of San Diego.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Heather Burdick