Heather Lara

LMSW
Accepting Clients

Hi, I’m Heather, an LMSW supporting children, families, and adults as they navigate emotions, stress, and life’s challenges with compassion.

Clinical Social Worker in St. Clair Shores, MI

Services
  • Individual
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

Life can feel overwhelming, especially for children learning big emotions or adults facing daily stress. If your child is struggling with anxiety, behavior, or school stress—or you’re navigating anxiety, depression, or life changes—you’re not alone. I support children with emotional and behavioral needs and adults managing anxiety, depression, and major transitions. My goal is to help each person feel understood, grow their strengths, and overcome challenges.

My Background and Approach

With over a decade of experience as a school social worker, I help children build executive functioning, self‑regulation, and social skills while supporting families through behavioral concerns. I also help individuals develop emotional insight, coping skills, and resilience. My approach is grounded in evidence‑based practices. I meet each person where they are, using developmentally appropriate, trauma‑informed strategies to support growth. With children, I incorporate CBT, play‑based, creative, and skill‑building methods to strengthen emotional regulation, social skills, and confidence. With adults, utilize CBT, mindfulness, and strengths‑based therapy to help navigate anxiety, depression, and life stressors. Across all ages, I focus on creating a safe, supportive space where clients can gain insight, build resilience, and experience meaningful change.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen and understood. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique story. If you’re considering therapy for yourself or your child, I know reaching out can feel like a big step. We can start with a conversation and see if working together feels like the right fit.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Family Therapy Play Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Family Therapy
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Play Therapy
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
ADHD Therapists Anxiety Child Issues
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Child Issues
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Learning Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Teen Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • United Behavioral Health (UBH)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Care Network
  • Priority Health
  • Evernorth
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 11 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $165/session

Info

Email Heather
29900 Harper Ave.
Suite E
St. Clair Shores, MI 48082

Reach out to Heather