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Heather Paxton, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Recognized for high quality patient care

Heather Paxton

Individual therapy

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

Specializes in Trauma and PTSD
LCSW
4+ 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
Trauma and PTSD
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

  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied
  • Anthem

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

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