Heather Showen, LICSW, LISW

Heather Showen supports healing and growth

Stress and anxiety care
Trauma informed support
Online and phone sessions

About Heather Showen

Heather Showen is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in West Virginia with seven years of professional experience supporting adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and depression. She brings a strengths-based perspective to her work, viewing each person as the expert of their own story and helping them draw on existing resources to move through challenges and toward a more fulfilling life.

Heather holds the credentials LICSW and LISW - LICSW denotes Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and LISW denotes Licensed Independent Social Worker - reflecting licensure in both West Virginia and Ohio. She emphasizes that taking the first step toward change requires courage, and she offers steady support as clients explore goals, develop coping strategies, and practice new skills. Her approach centers on partnership, respect, and practical tools to address emotional pain and life transitions while building resilience for the long term.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Heather Showen have?

Heather Showen has 7 years of professional experience.

Is Heather Showen a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LICSW and LISW. License details: WV LICSW DP00945138, OH LISW I.2002433-SUPV.

In which languages does Heather Showen provide therapy?

Heather provides therapy in English.

Where is Heather Showen located?

She is located in West Virginia.

How can I work with Heather Showen as my therapist?

You can work with Heather Showen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Heather Showen work with international clients?

Heather Showen does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Heather Showen cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Heather integrates evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on accepting difficult emotions while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that support a meaningful life - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical skills and problem solving, often applied to depression, panic, and patterns that maintain distress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) supports processing of traumatic memories through a structured protocol that can reduce the intensity of distressing recollections and related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Heather works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. She tailors interventions over time, combining techniques as needed to support progress.

Online therapy with Heather is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reach care from home or work, and continue consistent treatment despite life changes or mobility challenges. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to provide focused, skill-based, and relational support in ways that suit each client.

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