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Southern, Heidi L | Licensed Professional Counselor
Southern, Heidi L is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping individuals achieve greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and meaningful connections. With over two decades of experience in counseling, including work in crisis centers, shelters, and private practice, she specializes in addressing self-esteem, stress management, relationship dynamics, trust issues, and LGBTQ+ support.Utilizing evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic techniques, and the Enneagram, she offers personalized telehealth sessions designed to foster personal growth and serenity. Her practice emphasizes a non-judgmental, compassionate environment where clients can explore challenges and develop healthier coping strategies.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Stress Management
LGBTQ+ Support
Trust Issues Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 telehealth counseling via secure platform Doxy.me.
- Specialized expertise in LGBTQ+ issues and trauma-informed care.
- Certified Enneagram teacher integrating holistic tools for self-discovery.
- Decades of experience in crisis intervention and relationship counseling.
- Client-centered approach combining cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and person-centered therapies.
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored therapy sessions addressing self-esteem, anxiety, and personal growth. Using cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic techniques, clients develop self-awareness and coping strategies. Ideal for those seeking emotional resilience and life balance.
Couples Therapy
Specialized support for married, dating, or transitioning couples. Focuses on communication, conflict resolution, and rebuilding trust. Helps partners navigate challenges and strengthen their connection through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Stress Management
Programs to address chronic stress and anxiety through mindfulness and cognitive restructuring. Teaches clients to replace reactive patterns with intentional responses, fostering calm and emotional stability in daily life.
LGBTQ+ Support
Safe, affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals facing discrimination or identity-related challenges. Services include coming-out support, gender transition guidance, and strategies for building self-acceptance and community connections.
Trust Issues Counseling
Therapy focused on overcoming trust barriers and establishing healthy boundaries. Combines trauma-informed techniques with self-compassion practices to help clients rebuild confidence in relationships and personal decision-making.
People
Southern, Heidi L
Licensed Professional Counselor
M.A. in Professional Counseling with 20+ years of experience in crisis intervention, trauma counseling, and LGBTQ+ support. Certified Enneagram teacher and advocate for holistic mental health care.
Stan the Therapy Dog
Therapy Support Dog
Certified therapy dog providing emotional comfort during sessions. Enhances client relaxation and trust through nonjudgmental companionship in virtual counseling environments.
Questions
What telehealth platforms do you use?
Sessions are conducted via Doxy.me, a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform designed for private and user-friendly virtual counseling experiences.
Do you specialize in LGBTQ+ counseling?
Yes, I provide affirming support for LGBTQ+ individuals addressing identity, discrimination, or transition-related challenges in a safe, nonjudgmental space.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic techniques, and Enneagram-based insights to create personalized treatment plans aligned with client goals.
Are emergency counseling services available?
Yes, 24/7 crisis support is accessible through our telehealth platform for urgent mental health needs or emotional distress.
