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Heather Paxton, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Heather Paxton

Accepts USC PPO / EPO Plan
Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

LCSW
1+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Heather Paxton, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Heather has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Adult Mental Health and Wellness from University of Southern California.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Grief
LGBTQIA+
Transgender Issues
Style
Responsive
Candid
Affirming

Hi there, I'm Heather!

I provide compassionate, culturally responsive therapy rooted in social justice. I empower individuals from diverse backgrounds by creating a safe, inclusive space to explore identities, process trauma, and heal in ways that honor your unique lived experiences and address systemic inequalities impacting your well-being.

My focus

I work with people from diverse racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community, who are looking for a space that is not only affirming but also deeply aware of the broader societal forces shaping their experiences. I work with anxiety, depression, grief, and the emotional impact of systemic oppression.

My approach

My therapeutic approach is client-centered and draws from a variety of evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma-informed care, and mindfulness, while always considering the larger societal forces at play.

Expertise

Focus populations

Body Positivity
Gay
HIV/AIDS
Intersex
LGBTQIA+
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy
Queer
Racial Justice
Recovery/12 Step Friendly
Sex Worker
Sex-Positive/Kink
Transgender
+ 14 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • USC PPO / EPO Plan
  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Adult Mental Health and Wellness from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions

Next appointmentMonday, Apr 27th