Heather Cobbs LCSW

Relationships are amazing, but sometimes they can feel like a tangled mess of communication wires. If you're struggling with arguments, disconnection, or just feeling lost in your relationship. We'll explore what's working and what's not, develop healthier communication skills, and work towards creating a more fulfilling connection.

Depression can feel like heavy fog clouding your thoughts and emotions. While I'm trained in many areas of mental health, I have a particular interest in helping people break free from that fog. We'll work together to understand your unique experience with depression and explore strategies to manage symptoms, build resilience, and rediscover a sense of joy in your life.

Anxiety can feel like that knot in your stomach that never quite goes away, or racing thoughts that make it hard to relax. It's something I see a lot in my practice, and I'm here to help! We'll work together to understand what triggers your anxiety and develop tools to manage those worries. Imagine learning some calming techniques like deep breathing exercises, or identifying unhelpful thought patterns and replacing them with more positive ones. The goal is to help you feel more in control.

Ever feel like your thoughts are running the show? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is like a toolbox for quieting those nagging thoughts and unhelpful patterns that can bring you down. In therapy, we'll work together to identify these thoughts and challenge them in a healthy way. Think of it like gently turning down the volume on negative self-talk and replacing it with more realistic and empowering beliefs. This can make a big difference in how you feel and how you approach challenges in

Sometimes we all know we want to make a change, but finding the motivation can be tricky. Motivational interviewing (MI) is like a collaborative conversation where I help you explore your own reasons for wanting to change and build your confidence to take action. It's not about me telling you what to do, but rather guiding you to discover your own inner strength and identify the steps that feel right for you. Think of it like brainstorming with a supportive coach who is there to help you tap

Psychodynamic therapy is a type of talk therapy that dives into the "why" behind your thoughts and behaviors. Imagine your mind is like an iceberg. The tip of the iceberg, sticking out of the water, is your conscious mind - what you're aware of feeling and thinking. Psychodynamic therapy helps you explore the bigger part of the iceberg, the unconscious mind, which holds past experiences, memories, and emotions that can influence you without you even realizing it.