Heather May

Experienced, supportive counselor for life transitions

LMHC Florida

Experience: 10 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Heather

Heather May is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with a decade of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and life changes.

Background and approach

They focus on strengthening self-esteem, motivation, and confidence while addressing related concerns such as mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, body image, and social anxiety. Heather emphasizes compassion, sensitivity, and respect in their work and adapts conversations and treatment strategies to each person’s situation.

Using collaborative, goal-oriented methods, Heather helps clients explore wounds from family of origin, process sexual assault and abuse, and work through guilt, shame, and questions of life purpose. Their approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered listening, narrative techniques, and solution-focused strategies to build practical skills and new perspectives.

Heather frames therapy as an empowering process and aims to support clients as they take the courageous steps toward greater fulfillment and well-being.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for worry, anxiety, mood challenges, and stress by teaching practical coping skills and structured ways to test new habits. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, giving clients space to be heard while the therapist reflects and supports personal growth and self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together, and Heather will collaborate with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and progress. That process may blend CBT techniques with client-centered care or introduce solution-focused steps for immediate challenges, allowing the plan to adapt over time.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules and different life circumstances. These formats make it possible to receive support from a licensed professional from home, during work breaks, or while traveling within the therapist's service area, helping clients maintain continuity of care and access options that match their comfort and practical needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Heather commonly address?

Heather works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, and also focuses on areas such as body image, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and sexuality.

What is Heather's therapeutic style?

They use a compassionate, client-centered style that adapts to each person's needs and combines practical, goal-focused work with reflective listening and exploration.

How much clinical experience does Heather have?

Heather brings 10 years of professional experience to their practice, working with a range of concerns from anxiety to trauma-related issues.

What credentials and location apply to this therapist?

Heather holds the credential FL LMHC MH17829 and is licensed to practice in Florida.

In what languages can sessions be conducted and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and Heather is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available for online work?

Heather provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How are fees and payment structured?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to Heather's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Body imageFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disorders Post-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English