I am Heather Shaver, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology form the University of Florida in 2004 and completed my Masters in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Central Florida in 2006. I was originally hired by internship in 2006 where I was a Victim Advocate for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. Being an advocate taught me how to use my clinical experience and training to help people through crisis and trying times. I took this training and moved forward with my career. I worked with Department of Juvenile Justice in a lock down facility for residential substance abuse, hospice care, home health care, and private practice. Currently I am the Director of Mental Health Services and work with chronically ill adults.
I have a vast knowledge and wide range of treatment modalities. I always start where the client is. I believe that building a rapport and connecting with clients is the most important part of counseling. Trust is what will guide you through these process.
Professional experience
20 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Trauma and abuse Coping with grief and loss Depression Compassion fatigue
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Phobias, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues
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Heather is awesome and has helped me a ton!
Written on Oct 06, 2026 after therapy with Heather for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
I don't know where I'd be without Heather. She's been my therapist for years and the first therapist I've ever truly stuck with. I always feel safe to talk with elements of understanding, humor, and thoughtful questions. This is the way therapy should be and I've grown so much in my time with her.
Written on Mar 10, 2026 after therapy with Heather for 5 years and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Heather is so down to earth and empathetic it is very easy to open up to her. She's non judgmental and so supportive. She has helped me so much through my divorce and navigating new chapters in my life.
Written on Nov 16, 2023 after therapy with Heather for 3 years and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I’ve been in and out of therapy for at least a decade and I have never had a therapist as amazing as Heather! I genuinely look forward to our sessions every week, and I feel so safe and comfortable talking to her about anything. I’ve told Heather things I’ve never even told previous therapists, let alone anyone else. She’s caring, compassionate, and empathetic and has shown me how to question my limiting beliefs. She encourages me to better myself but doesn’t shame me for the limiting beliefs I impose on myself. I’m so happy I chose BetterHelp and finally found a therapist that I feel safe with.
Written on Jul 15, 2022 after therapy with Heather for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I’ve been working with her for over a year and she has helped me so much! She teaches me new ways to work through My issues and calls me out on my issues when I know that I need it!
Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Heather for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and sleeping disorders
Love heather! Thanks for listening to my bullshit
Written on Nov 25, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief
Great at what she does. Highly recommend.
Written on Nov 12, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Heather has been very kind and has been giving me great advice!
Written on Oct 29, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Heather is always helpful and insightful.
Written on Aug 11, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Heather is very accommodating with her schedule. She always gets me to see what is bothering me without telling me the answer. I very much look forward to my sessions with her!
Written on Jun 21, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties
Heather has been a wonderful counselor who has listened and supported me non-judgementally (which is important to me as someone with an unconventional lifestyle and interests). She is very professional, responsive, kind, and compassionate. I was grateful to process the pandemic as it was happening with her.
Written on May 12, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She is truly truly helping me
Written on Mar 29, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Heather is absolutely wonderful! She pushes me, hears me out, and laughs at my jokes. I feel accepted by her and have full confidence that she wants to help me on my journey. She starts where you want to start. She doesn’t ask you to give her your whole background. Instead, Heather facilitates natural conversation that follows the progression of most relationships. I have full trust in her guidance.
Written on Feb 23, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Love her. She's the best therpaist I've ever had.
Written on Jan 25, 2021 after therapy with Heather for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I have been working with Heather for several months. She handles difficult conversations delicately, but says what needs to be said.
She is timely and thinks through her responses when we communicate via text. Occasionally when I have a difficult question with multiple parts, she sends an acknowledgement that she saw my message and assures me she wants some time to be sure she gives me a thoughtful response and not just typing back to be speedy and off the cuff. These responses are always well phrased and include examples she knows that I can relate to. Her follow-up of these difficult questions during our phone sessions is consistent and she checks if anything needs clarification.
Written on Oct 20, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Heather is great! She listens and offers practical and useful advise and strategies. She has great advice and will research if needed on a specific topic to be able to provide better support.
Written on Oct 16, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Heather is a caring professional. I feel safe and comfortable with her. She has a wonderful way of listening and really hearing what I say. She has given me helpful feedback and I look forward to sharing with her each session.
Written on Sep 26, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Heather Shaver has had such a positive effect in my life since I've started BetterHelp recently.. She really took the time to listen to everything I had said and written, and gave me advice that really helped me thru some difficult times.
Seriously, you rock.
Written on Sep 25, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Extremely helpful, professional and responsive!
Written on Jul 26, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 1 month on issues concerning lgbt, family conflicts, grief, and self esteem
Heather is a very excellent listener and is very kind! I feel very comfortable talking with Heather!
Written on Jun 24, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Heather is very easy to talk to, and just overall a wonderful personality. She's always quick to reply and helped keep me grounded on the days I felt like the world was falling apart.
Written on May 25, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I feel so comfortable talking to Heather. She is funny and comforting and always knows what to say to help. I feel so lucky that I was matched with her and I look forward to future sessions with her.
Written on May 19, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Heather has a natural ability to always grasp the true heart of an issue. She helps me see what’s beyond my seemingly immediate worry to tackle the bigger, more pressing matter I shouldn’t ignore. She’s wonderful in providing practical methods that help me assess my situation or emotions. And she’s also great with responding in a timely manner. I genuinely feel better after our video sessions. Overall, she helps me to think more calmly and productively while always being compassionate and understanding.
Written on May 17, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
She is so caring, thoughtful, supportive, respectful, and encouraging. She has helped me gain confidence I feared I would never have and take steps toward healing I never thought I would. I cannot thank her enough for everything she has done to help me grow. She is an amazing listener and extremely easy to talk to. I couldn’t have asked for a better counselor.
Written on May 17, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
She is wonderful, attentive and provides awesome strategies to manage stress and depression.
Written on May 10, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and career difficulties
She is very down to earth and kind hearted. Very easy to relate to.
Written on May 05, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks
Heather is a great therapist - she's easy to speak to, and clearly has a lot of experience doing this. She has been very reliable and helpful.
Written on Apr 27, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Heather is amazing. I leave our sessions feeling so empowered and ready to tackle any challenges I’m facing. She is understanding and compassionate- never judges or makes assumptions. Heather provides me with amazing resources and related stories so that I know I’m never alone in anything I face. She is comforting in a time when I truly need it most. I look forward to every interaction I have with her and she is always quick to respond. BetterHelp has done an incredible job pairing up my personality and challenges I’m facing to Heather’s expertise and I feel so lucky and blessed to have an opportunity to work with her.
Thank you for all you do, Heather!
Written on Apr 26, 2020 after therapy with Heather for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, and self esteem
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