Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Counseling Partner in Greensboro, NC
As a professional counselor with over 25 years of experience, I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve mental and emotional wellness through personalized, evidence-based approaches. My practice, established in 2006, emphasizes client-centered care, utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapies, expressive arts, and brain-body techniques to address challenges like depression, anxiety, and addiction. I hold advanced certifications in Brainspotting and clinical supervision, and I prioritize creating a safe, confidential space where clients can explore their unique stories and develop self-awareness.My work extends to professional development through workshops and supervision, reflecting my commitment to advancing mental health practices. By integrating theoretical expertise with compassionate support, I empower clients to overcome obstacles and cultivate resilience, ensuring ethical standards and client satisfaction remain central to every interaction.
Services
Individual Counseling
Family Therapy
Brainspotting
Clinical Supervision
Workshops
Stress Management
Relationship Counseling
Addiction Treatment
Creative Performance Coaching
Trauma Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of clinical experience in mental health counseling.
- Our practice integrates Brainspotting and trauma-informed therapies for deep healing.
- Personalized treatment plans address individual goals and challenges.
- We provide professional supervision and workshops for counselor development.
- Confidential, client-centered environment prioritizes your comfort and growth.
Associations and certifications
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- Master Addictions Counselor (MAC)
Services
Brainspotting
Brainspotting targets trauma and emotional blocks by accessing deep brain processes to resolve anxiety, depression, and performance barriers. This therapy helps clients achieve mental clarity and emotional resilience through guided eye-positioning techniques.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision supports counselors' growth through mentorship, ethical guidance, and skill development. Services include individual/group supervision and preparation for licensure in a collaborative, integrative environment.
Stress Management
Stress management counseling equips clients with tools to handle life's pressures through mindfulness, cognitive strategies, and self-care practices, fostering balance and emotional stability in daily life.
Creative Performance Expansion
Creative performance coaching enhances artistic and athletic abilities by addressing mental blocks through Brainspotting, enabling professionals to perform with greater confidence, focus, and emotional freedom.
Addiction Treatment
Addiction treatment addresses substance use and behavioral dependencies using holistic approaches to uncover root causes, develop coping strategies, and build sustainable recovery pathways for long-term wellness.
People
Heidi S. Birkner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Heidi S. Birkner, MA, LCMHCS, LCAS, has 25+ years of experience in counseling, specializing in trauma therapy and Brainspotting. She provides personalized care for individuals and professionals, emphasizing self-awareness and resilience.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, family, and couples counseling for stress management, mood disorders, addictions, relationship issues, and trauma using evidence-based therapies like Brainspotting.
What is Brainspotting and how can it help me?
Brainspotting is a brain-based therapy targeting trauma and emotional blocks by processing neurophysiological sources of distress, aiding recovery from anxiety, depression, and performance limitations.
Do you offer services for professional counselors?
Yes, we provide clinical supervision, consultation groups, and workshops for mental health professionals seeking skill development and licensure support.
Are sessions confidential?
All therapy sessions and shared information are strictly confidential, adhering to ethical and legal counseling standards.
