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Heather Johnson

LMSW

Heather Johnson , LMSW

Therapist in Michigan

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About Heather

Heather Johnson is a Christian-based therapist licensed in Michigan and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). With more than seven years of clinical experience, she focuses on both individual and family therapy, supporting people through depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, career transitions, obsessive-compulsive issues, substance use disorder, and the effects of physical and emotional trauma and abuse.

Her style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She draws on Cognitive-Behavioral, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, and Strengths-Based approaches to shape conversations and care, tailoring interventions and treatment plans to each person’s unique circumstances and goals. Heather centers clients as the experts of their own stories and emphasizes the strengths they already possess, including the God-given resources that many bring to the healing process.

Heather works collaboratively with people to navigate change and build practical strategies for greater balance and resilience. She aims to empower clients to move forward with clarity and confidence and looks forward to supporting those who are ready to take the next step.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the person’s own goals and values guide the work. This approach supports self-exploration, strengthening self-esteem, and improving relationships by emphasizing empathy and collaboration.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning, offering practical strategies and skill-building exercises.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-focused awareness and grounding techniques that can reduce reactivity to stress and support emotional regulation. It is useful for managing anxiety, coping with trauma responses, and building sustained attention to personal values and goals.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Heather works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they adjust the plan as progress unfolds to ensure the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity of care across locations within applicable licensing rules, and engage with licensed professionals in ways that suit individual schedules and communication styles.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Heather Johnson have?

Heather Johnson has 7 years of experience.

Is Heather Johnson a licensed therapist?

Yes. Heather Johnson holds the LMSW credential, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. Her license is listed as MI LMSW 6801108430.

In which languages does Heather Johnson provide therapy?

Heather Johnson provides therapy in English.

Where is Heather Johnson located?

Heather Johnson is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Heather Johnson as my therapist?

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

Does Heather Johnson work with international clients?

Heather Johnson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Heather Johnson 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-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 problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

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