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Patricia Heiner, LPC

Supportive counseling for meaningful change
  • Accepting and encouraging style
  • English and Spanish sessions
  • Experience with life transitions

About Patricia Heiner

Patricia Heiner, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor in Colorado with 15 years of experience providing mental health therapy. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology in 2006 and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs in 2010. Over the course of her career, she has supported both English- and Spanish-speaking adults and families, including civilian and military communities, across a wide range of concerns.

Her work has included couples and family counseling, parenting support, and guidance for blended families, as well as help with depression, anxiety, and major life transitions. Patricia also has experience addressing domestic violence, emotional and sexual abuse, communication skills, divorce, immigration-related stressors, addictions, and military-related individual and family challenges, including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Patricia’s style is accepting, encouraging, and welcoming. She aims to create an emotionally safe space where clients can process what they have been carrying, build insight, and move toward meaningful personal growth. She recognizes that reaching out for help can take courage and views therapy as a worthwhile investment in self-improvement and lasting change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentBlended family issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Patricia Heiner have?

Patricia Heiner has 15 years of experience as a mental health therapist.

Is Patricia Heiner a licensed therapist?

Yes. Patricia Heiner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado. Her license number is CO LPC 0012889.

In which languages does Patricia Heiner provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Patricia Heiner located?

Patricia Heiner is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Patricia Heiner as my therapist?

You can work with Patricia Heiner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This makes it possible to choose the format that best fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Patricia Heiner work with international clients?

No. Patricia Heiner does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Patricia Heiner cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Patricia Heiner draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where clients set the pace and focus, which can be especially helpful when building self-esteem, working through grief, or navigating big life changes.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps clients notice unhelpful thought patterns and experiment with new coping strategies. CBT is often used to support concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and everyday overwhelm. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills can be incorporated as well, focusing on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness techniques that can help clients respond differently during intense moments or interpersonal conflict.

Finding the right fit is part of the process. Patricia collaborates with clients to clarify goals and preferences, then tailors the approach and pace so therapy feels relevant and workable over time.

Online therapy adds flexibility and access by allowing sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to stay consistent, continue progress between sessions, and get support in a way that fits real life.

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