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Dr. Naharia Heard

Dr. Naharia Heard

LPC

Virginia

Change-focused counselor and veteran

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At a glance

Credentials
LPC
License
LPC, Virginia / 0701006735
Experience
10 years
Languages
English
Location
Virginia

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    • Motivational methods
    • Practical coping skills
    • Trauma-informed care

    About Naharia

    Dr. Naharia Heard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia with ten years of clinical experience. She is an Army veteran and a mother who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship strain. Her work also covers substance use concerns, grief, and intimacy-related issues.

    She uses practical, person-focused methods to help people build coping skills and make change. Motivational Interviewing is part of her approach, which helps people find their own reasons to move forward. She also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to identify unhelpful thinking and on emotion-focused methods to address strong feelings.

    Dr. Heard’s background includes a Doctorate in Mental Health Counseling and experience supporting people affected by trauma and sexual abuse. She has also worked with individuals facing career stress, compassion fatigue, and challenges tied to identity, including LGBT concerns. She mentions experience with substance-related issues and dual-diagnosis situations.

    Sessions focus on clear goals and usable skills. Expect a mix of talking, problem-solving, and skill practice aimed at improving day-to-day coping. She emphasizes straightforward strategies people can try between meetings.

    Her practice reflects ten years of work in clinical settings and community care. Therapy conversations are collaborative and paced to match each person’s needs. Readers in Virginia who prefer English-language care will find her professional background applies to the issues listed.

  2. How her approaches translate to online care

    Dr. Heard uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find internal reasons for change. This approach relies on open questions and reflective listening to boost motivation for steps like cutting back on substance use or improving routines. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people feel understood so they can set their own goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another frequent tool; it helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.

    Finding the right approach is part of ongoing work. She will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, preferences, and pace. That choice can change over time as progress is made or new needs appear.

    The original biography doesn’t list specific online session formats, so confirm options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit around work, caregiving, or school schedules and reduce travel time. Online meetings can also make it easier to check in more frequently or use brief sessions when life gets busy. Ask about session length and structure when scheduling so sessions match real-life needs.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

    Also works with

    AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigue

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    10+ years

    Listed in

    Virginia

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does she address?

    Support covers stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, substance use, grief, intimacy-related concerns, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career issues, coaching, and compassion fatigue.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    She works in a collaborative, person-centered way that combines motivational conversation, cognitive-behavioral tools, and emotion-focused strategies to build skills and clarify goals.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has about ten years of experience in counseling and related clinical roles, with work that includes trauma and substance-related concerns.

    What credential does she hold and where is she located?

    She holds the LPC credential, listed as VA LPC, and practices in Virginia.

    Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

    Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.

    Which session formats are available?

    The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

    How are fees and payment handled?

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

    How do I begin working with her?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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