Heather Armstrong
I believe that when someone seeks therapy, they are reaching out because they want to move forward, feel less stuck, or find new ways to live well. I hold deep conviction that a meaningful, valued life is possible for anyone—even in the presence of disability, chronic pain or illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, or overwhelming life stress.
I hold deep conviction that a meaningful, valued life is possible for anyone—even in the presence of disability, chronic pain or illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, or overwhelming life stress.
I see psychotherapy as a collaborative space where we can discover the right pace and rhythm for facing those challenges: sometimes steady and gentle, sometimes more active and focused, always tailored to the person in front of me.
First session
The initial intake session is a chance to gave information about what is bringing you in for care. This is also a opportunity to understand if we are a good match for a treatment relationship. I believe that being authentic, warm, and challenging helps folks feel comfortable in initiating care with myself.
Strengths
I am a Hoosier native and completed my doctoral education at The University of Indianapolis. I have worked in mental health for 25 years and have been a licensed psychologist for 11 years in Indiana. I hold additional additional certification in trauma-informed care. I use primarily Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral techniques.
Ideal clients
I work primarily with adults and some teens who are navigating life transitions, health challenges, persistent pain, or the impact of traumatic experiences. My goal is to help clients reduce the intensity of their symptoms and find a more balanced, sustainable way of moving through daily life, even in the presence of trauma or chronic health conditions. I view a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation of effective treatment, and I prioritize building that connection from the very beginning.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
To help one better understand the interaction of ones thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
To help clients better understand how their thoughts and beliefs about their traumatic experience has influenced their current way of seeing themselves, others, and the world around them.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
To help clients disengage from ruminative thought patterns and be more present in the here and now.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
White
Woman
Top specialties
Chronic Illness
Health/Medical Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Insomnia/Sleep Issues
Life Transitions
Military/Veterans
Physical Health Condition
Women's Issues
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Individual Therapy
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Doesn't specialize in
Addiction
Domestic Violence
Eating Disorders
Foster Care/Adoption
Gambling Addiction
Medication Management
Serious Mental Illness
Sex Addiction
Licensed in
IndianaLicense 20042829A
IowaLicense 137266
KansasLicense LP 03575