Heather Wilkie

Compassionate counselor focused on relationships

LMHC Florida

Experience: 9 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship
Approaches: Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Heather

Heather Wilkie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who uses practical, relationship-focused methods to help people sort through stress, identity questions, and life changes. She brings nine years of clinical experience and aims to create straightforward, respectful sessions where people feel heard and understood.

Background and approach

Heather often draws on the Gottman Method to look at how people relate and communicate with others. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered techniques to help clients clarify values and build skills for coping.

Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person's comfort level. She helps people address a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and anger.

Heather also supports those dealing with body image, parenting strain, sleep and eating problems, and career stress. Identity matters are part of her focus, including LGBT issues and gender dysphoria.

Her background includes work with attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, and caring for people exploring BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture. She also addresses blended family challenges, codependency, and communication problems that get in the way of stronger relationships.

Heather maintains a calm, nonjudgmental style and uses clear tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and emotionally-focused work when they fit the situation. People can expect a mix of talking, practical exercises, and goal setting tailored to their everyday life.

How relationship-focused methods translate to online therapy

Heather often uses the Gottman Method to look at how people communicate and connect, helping identify patterns that affect interactions and teaching clearer ways to talk and listen. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people name their values and take actions that align with what matters, which can reduce avoidance and increase motivation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Heather works with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and comfort level. Together they check in on what is working and adjust the plan over time so the work feels useful and doable.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for deeper communication work. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief check-ins, homework, or ongoing coaching-style support between longer sessions. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life and try different ways of connecting until the best fit is found.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Heather address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, and issues related to identity and intimacy. Additional focuses include parenting strain, sleep and eating difficulties, and career or self-esteem concerns.

What is Heather's therapeutic style like?

Her approach is compassionate and collaborative, blending Gottman-informed work with ACT and client-centered methods. Sessions focus on clear communication, values, and practical coping strategies.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Heather has nine years of experience working in mental health settings. That experience informs her practical approach to relationship and identity-related concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in Florida. Her practice is based in Florida.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Heather offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

How are sessions arranged and paid for?

Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and cost varies with location and therapist scheduling. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety LGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issues Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issues Body image Codependency Communication problems Control issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / loneliness Jealousy Midlife crisis Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodImago Relationship TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

9+ years

Licensed in

Florida

Languages

English