About Therapy
Take a journey rooted in expertise and heart.
Individuals and couples, let me be your guide to healing and transformation. My therapeutic approach is passionate and focused on helping people like you find hope, connection, and a life that feels like authentic.
Whether trauma has struck or a relationship has hit a wall, I’m all about helping you find your way through without being overwhelmed.
I’ve realized that my heart lies in guiding clients – those ready to dive deep, grow, and create meaningful change in their lives and relationships.
My tailored, eclectic approach focuses on healing.
My belief that there’s no one-size-fits-all path to healing sets me apart.
For those experiencing the results of trauma, I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), the therapeutic approach designed to help individuals process past trauma, allowing them to replace those negative thoughts with more positive beliefs.
In addition, I use Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help understand the different parts of ourselves. I also have experience with other therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
This eclectic toolkit allows me to craft sessions beyond typical talk therapy, offering you a personalized experience that sparks excitement and possibility. I want you to leave each session feeling inspired, with fresh insights and a renewed motivation to keep exploring, learning, and believing in your potential.
I’m here to help you find solutions and hope. There are many answers to the same question, and I’m committed to helping you discover the answers that resonate most with you.
Life can feel messy.
I’ve been where you are now and know all about those nights when your mind won’t quit or days when connecting feels impossible. Life can throw some heavy stuff your way, right?
I believe in living the life you want, not the one you think you’re supposed to live, and I bring that same philosophy to my work.
Whether you’re an individual seeking clarity or a couple longing to rebuild trust, I’m here to guide you with an open perspective, focusing on growth and the joy of new possibilities.
Are you ready to uncover answers that can elevate your life and relationships and help you live authentically? If so, let’s start this journey together. Reach out today to schedule your first session.
About Heather Oster, LCSW
Motivating individuals and couples is my passion.
That passion led me to seek a career in therapy. My journey began with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California, where I specialized in Mental Health.
This foundation gave me the tools to understand the complexities of the human experience, but my years of working with diverse individuals and couples shaped my approach.
Throughout my career, I have worked with different populations and ages. These experiences helped me realize that I am most drawn to and enjoy working with motivated individuals and couples seeking to improve their experience.
My approach to therapy is eclectic.
This allows me to provide clients with therapy outside the typical weekly conversations. Instead, I focus on growth with an open perspective. Whether it’s trauma that’s got you stuck or a relationship that’s hit a wall, I’m all about helping you find your way through without being overwhelmed.
There is not just one way to help a person or a couple. There are many answers to the same question and solutions to a similar problem. Therefore, there is no cookie-cutter therapy here!
My goal for each session is for my clients to walk away excited about new insights and possibilities. My role in their lives is to help them find hope and motivation to continue trying, learning, exploring, practicing, and believing!
I believe in living the life you want, not the life you think you should.