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Heather Ranson, LCSW

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationConnecticut
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Heather

Heather Ranson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with two decades of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, mood concerns, and a wide range of life transitions.

Background and approach

She emphasizes the importance of building a solid therapeutic rapport first, believing that trust and connection set the stage for effective work together. Heather brings a warm, attentive style and listens for each person's unique strengths and goals before selecting an approach.

Her practice draws on evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy alongside client-centered and trauma-focused work when appropriate. Heather balances clinical training with hands-on experience working full time as a school social worker in an urban middle school setting and managing the responsibilities of parenting four children.

Those combined perspectives inform a practical, compassionate stance aimed at helping clients navigate relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting stresses, mood disorders, and other challenges. She frames therapy as a collaborative process and encourages people to see mental health care as an active investment in their well-being.

Evidence-Based Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Heather commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy in her clinical work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to difficulties like anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and ADHD-related challenges, often using structured exercises and practical skill-building. Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on processing and reducing the lingering effects of traumatic events through carefully paced interventions that prioritize safety and stabilization.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Heather listens to each client's concerns, goals, and preferences and will adjust techniques over time to find the best fit. Together the client and therapist evaluate what methods feel most helpful and refine the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible access to evidence-based treatment through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, continue care across locations, and use different communication modes for skills practice, check-ins, or deeper therapeutic work with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Heather address in therapy?
She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, ADHD, depression, parenting challenges, grief, relationship and family problems, and mood disorders among others.
How would you describe her therapeutic style and approach?
Heather emphasizes a client-centered, collaborative style and draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to tailor work to each person's needs.
What is her professional background and experience?
She is an LCSW with 20 years of experience and also works full time as a school social worker in an urban middle school setting.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
Heather holds Connecticut licensure as CT LCSW 009204 and lists Connecticut as her location for practice.
Does she work with clients who live outside the United States?
She accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats are offered for therapy?
Heather provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepressionADHD

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English

What Heather can help with

Heather Ranson works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, depression, and ADHD.

Heather works full-time as a School Social Worker in an urban setting with middle school students.

How Heather approaches therapy

Heather's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Heather is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Connecticut, with 20 years of clinical experience.