Heather Johnson, LMSW
Compassionate Michigan therapist for individuals and families
- Individual and family therapy
- Trauma and addiction support
- Faith-informed strengths-based care
About Heather Johnson
Heather Johnson is a Christian-based therapist licensed in Michigan who brings seven years of clinical experience to individual and family work. She holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - reflecting a graduate-level social work credential and state licensure in Michigan. Heather has supported people facing a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship and parenting difficulties, career stressors, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, substance use challenges, and experiences of physical and emotional trauma and abuse.
Her therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Heather integrates Cognitive-Behavioral techniques with humanistic and psychodynamic perspectives and a strengths-based orientation to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs. She centers clients as the experts of their own stories and seeks to build on existing strengths and values to navigate change and healing.
Heather works with individuals and families to address both immediate coping needs and longer-term patterns that affect wellbeing. Her practice focuses on practical strategies, relational understanding, and empowerment rooted in clients’ beliefs and resources. She aims to support meaningful progress as people move through life transitions and recovery.
Her therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Heather integrates Cognitive-Behavioral techniques with humanistic and psychodynamic perspectives and a strengths-based orientation to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs. She centers clients as the experts of their own stories and seeks to build on existing strengths and values to navigate change and healing.
Heather works with individuals and families to address both immediate coping needs and longer-term patterns that affect wellbeing. Her practice focuses on practical strategies, relational understanding, and empowerment rooted in clients’ beliefs and resources. She aims to support meaningful progress as people move through life transitions and recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Heather Johnson have?
Heather Johnson has 7 years of experience providing therapy to individuals and families.
Is Heather Johnson a licensed therapist?
Yes. Heather Johnson holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker. License details: MI LMSW 6801108430.
In which languages does Heather Johnson provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Heather Johnson located?
Heather Johnson is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Heather Johnson as my therapist?
You can work with Heather Johnson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Heather Johnson work with international clients?
Heather Johnson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Heather Johnson 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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 and Online Support
Heather draws from client-centered therapy to create a collaborative, respectful space where the client's own goals and values guide the work - this approach helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, and navigating major life changes by prioritizing the person’s perspective and strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT often helps with anxiety, depression, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning by providing practical skills and structured strategies. Mindfulness therapy introduces present-focused awareness and simple practices that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation, which many find helpful for stress, trauma-related symptoms, and ongoing mood challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Heather partners with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative planning helps tailor sessions and adapt strategies over time to fit changing circumstances.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to continue care during transitions. Working remotely with licensed professionals and therapists can support consistent progress while accommodating location, mobility, and time constraints.