Hi! I’m Heather. I live on the foggy coast of Northern California with my husband, our seven dogs (yes, seven! the official title is Dog Fancier), and a rotating list of Victorian home and garden projects. When I’m not out exploring with the pack, you’ll usually find me curled up with a great book or unwinding with quirky TV shows that capture just how weird and wonderful people really are. (Overcompensating on Prime was a favorite this year.)
My practice focuses on women and LGBTQ+ clients, who often show up strong, steady, and dependable for others, but who feel unsteady and unseen when it comes to their own grief. I know how vulnerable that can feel. For over a decade, I’ve worked with people carrying profound loss, caregiving burdens, and deep emotional responsibility. Over time, I noticed a pattern: many of these people were wise, capable, and endlessly generous, yet when grief touched their lives, they felt unable to ask for support or unsure how to carry it without shutting down. I became passionate about helping t discover steadier ground in grief, learning how to receive care, honor their own needs, and stay connected without having to minimize their pain.
I believe therapy should feel warm, curious, and collaborative. I bring a blend of clinical skill, directness, and humanity to my work. Together, we’ll explore how grief and responsibility have shaped your patterns, how they affect your relationships now, and what needs to shift so you can stop carrying it all alone and begin showing up for yourself with the same care you give others.
