Heather Friend, LCSW, CSW
Compassionate LCSW supporting healing and growth
- Strengths focused
- Flexible scheduling
- Accepts international clients
About Heather Friend
Heather Friend is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and CSW (Clinical Social Worker) based in Colorado with eight years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, addictions, LGBT issues, and a wide range of emotional and life transitions. She offers a warm, open-minded therapeutic presence that emphasizes identifying strengths, building emotional clarity, and fostering greater confidence in daily life.
Her approach is collaborative and client-centered, paced to meet each person where they are and tailored to individual needs. She creates a respectful, nonjudgmental atmosphere that encourages honest exploration and gradual growth. Whether clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or simply need a place to process what they are carrying, Heather works to help them feel more grounded and capable in everyday life.
Heather makes access to care practical and flexible by offering daily and evening sessions, weekend appointments, and messaging between sessions. Live sessions are 45 minutes long and may be scheduled through her calendar at times that fit clients' schedules. She typically responds to messages within 24 hours and welcomes additional contact for support as needed. Heather is comfortable working with international clients and provides services in English. She aims to make therapy approachable, supportive, and adaptable to each person’s goals and pace.
Her approach is collaborative and client-centered, paced to meet each person where they are and tailored to individual needs. She creates a respectful, nonjudgmental atmosphere that encourages honest exploration and gradual growth. Whether clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or simply need a place to process what they are carrying, Heather works to help them feel more grounded and capable in everyday life.
Heather makes access to care practical and flexible by offering daily and evening sessions, weekend appointments, and messaging between sessions. Live sessions are 45 minutes long and may be scheduled through her calendar at times that fit clients' schedules. She typically responds to messages within 24 hours and welcomes additional contact for support as needed. Heather is comfortable working with international clients and provides services in English. She aims to make therapy approachable, supportive, and adaptable to each person’s goals and pace.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Heather Friend have?
Heather Friend has 8 years of clinical experience.
Is Heather Friend a licensed therapist?
Yes. Heather Friend holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details are IL LCSW 149026353 and CO LCSW CSW.09927984.
In which languages does Heather Friend provide therapy?
Heather Friend provides therapy in English.
Where is Heather Friend located?
Heather Friend is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Heather Friend as my therapist?
Clients can work with Heather Friend through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Heather Friend work with international clients?
Yes, Heather Friend works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Heather Friend cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match with the therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Heather
Heather uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and to clarify personal values that guide meaningful action; this approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore relationship patterns and early bonds, helping clients understand how attachment styles influence current relationships and emotional responses.
She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical coping skills for issues like depression, anxiety, and behavioral concerns. Heather works collaboratively with each client to determine which techniques fit best with their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Heather is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to maximize accessibility and scheduling flexibility. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from different locations and to select the format that feels most comfortable, making it easier to maintain consistent care alongside work, family, and other commitments.