Profile / United States
Heidi Strater, LCSW
Florida
LCSW - Depression and Anxiety support
See online therapy options- CBT focused
- Caregiver support
- Older adult issues
About Heidi
Heidi Strater is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 25 years of experience. She works with adults and older adults who face depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, caregiving stress, and related concerns. She also supports people dealing with addictions, grief, self-esteem problems, and life changes.
Her approach is practical and direct. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, learning concrete skills, and testing small changes in day-to-day life. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on what the person wants to change.
Heidi also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness practices to help manage strong emotions and improve coping. Motivational Interviewing is used when people are unsure about change or need help finding their own reasons to try something different. These methods are used as tools in conversation, not guarantees of any specific result.
She has long experience supporting caregivers and older adults facing health and aging issues. That background informs how she prioritizes goals, manages stress, and addresses family-related concerns without assuming family therapy is the right step.
People who prefer clear structure, practical exercises, and short-term skills work tend to fit well with her style. To confirm session formats and scheduling, prospective clients should follow the site process before booking a first appointment.
How her approaches translate to online work
Heidi commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot patterns in thoughts and behaviors, set small goals, and practice new responses. CBT sessions tend to be structured and focused on clear tasks that can be tried between meetings.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person. That approach supports discussing concerns in a straightforward way and shaping goals around the client's priorities. Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools and mindfulness exercises are used to manage strong emotions, build distress tolerance, and improve moment-to-moment attention.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. She will work with the client to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. Changes in method or emphasis are expected as progress or challenges become clearer.
The site lists how to begin the process, so confirm which session formats are offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce commute time. Ask about specific session options during the matching steps so scheduling and format match daily routines.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She commonly addresses depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addictions, grief, and stress related to caregiving and life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, try alternative responses, and practice small behavioral experiments between sessions.
What is her background and level of experience?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of practice working with adults and geriatric clients on mood disorders and caregiver stress.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an LCSW license in Florida and works with people located in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.