{"id":517,"date":"2025-07-16T17:50:51","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T17:50:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/siteovia.com\/earth\/?post_type=team&#038;p=517"},"modified":"2025-09-16T16:32:30","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T16:32:30","slug":"heather-fisher","status":"publish","type":"team","link":"https:\/\/siteovia.com\/earth\/team\/heather-fisher\/","title":{"rendered":"Heather Fisher"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Things&nbsp;<em>can<\/em>&nbsp;get better\u2014even if it doesn\u2019t feel that way right now. In our work together, you\u2019ll find a safe, affirming space to explore your experiences with compassion, build resilience, and reconnect with your inner strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m currently accepting new clients for\u00a0<strong>in-person trauma therapy in Fort Collins<\/strong>.\u00a0<strong>Let\u2019s talk<\/strong>\u00a0about what support could look like for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Me<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I bring over 25 years of experience in mental health, social work, and substance use treatment. My practice is trauma-informed, inclusive, and deeply rooted in compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I specialize in helping adults through transitions, emotional distress, addiction recovery, and identity exploration. I also offer LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy in Fort Collins and am committed to creating safe, healing spaces for those facing both personal and systemic challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My approach honors the mind-body connection and centers your experience, helping you feel grounded, empowered, and more aligned with your authentic self.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Approach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I provide therapy in a calm, supportive space where we tailor sessions to your needs and goals. My approach draws from evidence-based tools including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>EMDR<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interpersonal Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Motivational Interviewing<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Written Exposure Therapy<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mindfulness &amp; Expressive Arts<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Education &amp; Credentials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling, Viterbo University (December 2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Counseling Emphasis), Minor in Sociology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certified Social Worker \u2013 Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>LPCC License Number: LPCC.0023027 (Colorado \u2013 Active)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reiki III Practitioner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clinical Experience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I work with&nbsp;<strong>adults and teens<\/strong>&nbsp;navigating:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anxiety &amp; panic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PTSD and complex trauma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Substance use and recovery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mood disorders (bipolar, depression)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grief, loss, and life transitions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress, burnout, and overwhelm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gender identity, LGBTQIA+ support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-esteem and social isolation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Reasons Clients Work with Me<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feeling stuck or disconnected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coping with anxiety or panic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigating addiction recovery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processing trauma or PTSD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exploring identity and self-worth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to begin in-person therapy in Fort Collins with someone who sees and supports the whole you?&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/affirmcounselingco.com\/contact\"><strong>Contact us today<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward healing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I help adults and teens feel more grounded and resilient while navigating trauma, anxiety, and life\u2019s hardest seasons.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":369,"parent":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-517","team","type-team","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/siteovia.com\/earth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/team\/517","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/siteovia.com\/earth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/team"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/siteovia.com\/earth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/team"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/siteovia.com\/earth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/369"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/siteovia.com\/earth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=517"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}