Heather Pack

Heather Pack is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) with 15 years of experience in school counseling, mental health counseling, and substance abuse counseling. She brings a practical, down-to-earth style to sessions and focuses on helping people cope with life changes, stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Heather writes plainly and listens closely to each person's story.

Her background includes running addiction treatment centers and providing case management for people with schizophrenia, so she has experience across different care settings. That experience shaped a straightforward approach that balances skill-building with emotional support. She often uses client-centered methods that prioritize the person's goals and preferences.

Heather also uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to help with mood regulation, anxiety, and behavior patterns. She incorporates mindfulness and, when appropriate, hypnotherapy exercises to support focus and stress reduction. In sessions she breaks down tools into simple, usable steps people can try between appointments.

Outside of counseling she teaches dance and enjoys reading about resilience and recovery. Those interests inform her belief that growth can come from creative expression and steady practice. Heather says the resilience she sees in others inspires her work.

She practices in West Virginia and uses online counseling to reach people who have trouble with transportation or who prefer a remote option. If a reader wants to begin, Heather asks them to share what they hope to change so they can shape a clear plan together.

Approaches that translate to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on the person's goals and priorities, giving space for their story and helping them set practical steps forward. This approach helps when someone needs a steady, supportive place to organize thoughts and try small changes. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches clear tools to reduce anxiety and depression. CBT is useful for managing mood, stress, and unhelpful thinking. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) adds skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships, which can be helpful for strong mood swings or intense reactions.

Choosing the right approach happens together. Heather will work with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress is made. The process is collaborative and paced to what the person can use day to day.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life. It reduces travel time and can allow appointments during a work break or between errands. Some people prefer online sessions because they can join from a quieter spot or choose a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Session formats supported here should be confirmed before booking, so clients know which options are currently offered and can plan sessions that fit their routine.