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Dr. Heather Girardin

Dr. Heather Girardin, LPC

Therapist in Colorado

Helping people build clearer thinking and self worth

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17 years of experience listed

LPC professional credentials

English languages

  • Client-centered approach
  • CBT for unhelpful thoughts
  • Focus on relationships

About Heather

Dr. Heather Girardin is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Colorado who focuses on helping people with stress, anxiety, self esteem, depression, and relationship concerns. She emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental approach so clients feel able to share difficult thoughts and feelings. Dr. Girardin frames therapy as a practical space where small changes can lead to clearer thinking and better daily routines.

With 17 years of experience, she draws on client-centered therapy to follow each person's pace. That means sessions center on what matters most to the individual and adapt as goals change. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to help people notice and shift unhelpful thinking patterns that feed anxiety or low self worth.

Dr. Girardin often helps people working through family conflict, communication problems, codependency, commitment worries, or the strain of separation and divorce. She also supports those facing midlife transitions, questions about life purpose, isolation or loneliness, and issues around aging and geriatric concerns.

In sessions she keeps language straightforward and actions concrete. Expect time spent naming stressors, testing new ways of responding, and practicing small skills between meetings. She encourages setting realistic steps so progress feels manageable.

Starting therapy with Dr. Girardin begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling through the continue button on this profile. Her Colorado license and years of practice guide how she structures sessions and follows each client's goals.

How client-centered care and CBT translate to online therapy

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely and following each person's lead. The therapist creates a respectful space where the client's goals guide the work and pacing. This approach helps people feel understood and involved in decisions about their care.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It often involves setting small experiments, practicing new responses, and reviewing what works. CBT is frequently used for anxiety, low self esteem, and mood concerns.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, and then collaborate to choose methods that fit those needs. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions can be adjusted over time.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also support work on thinking patterns, communication skills, and planning life changes while keeping your routine intact.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

17+ years

Credentials

Colorado

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, self esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, plus related issues like codependency, communication problems, and life purpose.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her practice blends client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Sessions are conversational and focused on practical steps clients can try between meetings.

How much professional experience does she have?

She has 17 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relationship challenges.

What credentials and location apply?

She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Colorado.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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