What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“With Heather, I feel truly heard and understood during my sessions. She creates a safe, supportive space where my feelings are validated without judgment. Her empathy and understanding makes it easier for me to open up, and I always feel more grounded and hopeful. I’m very grateful for her support.
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KMLess than 3 months ago
“Heather is amazing! She’s professional but fun and so easy to talk to. It took me a logtim to seek assistance and hav had ad experiences in the past. So when I finally decided I couldn't put it off any longer, I found Heather an am so grateful I did! I couldn't have found a better fit for me. I don trust easily, if at all, so it was very difficult for me, but talking to hr was like talking to an old friend and before long I was telling her things I hadn’t told anyoe else ever. She truly is so wonderful andso great at what she does. I can’t recommend her enough!”
SBLess than 3 months ago
About Heather Gonyea-Evans
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Culturally Sensitive
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Family / Marital
Motivational Interviewing
Gottman Method
Psychoanalytic
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Heather Gonyea-Evans
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works with adults and couples seeking support for anxiety, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. I provide a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore concerns openly and work toward meaningful change.
In individual therapy, I help adults better understand patterns of anxiety, stress, and emotional reactivity that may be interfering with daily life, relationships, or personal growth. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. Together, we focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and developing healthier ways of managing emotions and stress.
In couples therapy, I support partners experiencing communication difficulties, conflict, emotional disconnection, or challenges navigating change. Sessions focus on improving communication, increasing emotional safety, understanding relationship patterns, and developing practical tools for healthier connection and repair. Therapy is collaborative and paced to meet each couple where they are, with an emphasis on respect, clarity, and shared goals.
My approach is trauma-informed and grounded in evidence-based practices. I work collaboratively with clients to identify goals, track progress, and adjust treatment as needed. I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in the process.
Clients can expect a professional, compassionate space that emphasizes understanding, growth, and practical strategies that can be applied outside of sessions. Whether working individually or as a couple, my goal is to support clients in developing greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and more fulfilling relationships.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Clients can expect a supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach to therapy. I believe that therapy works best when clients feel safe, respected, and actively involved in the process. Sessions are structured yet flexible, allowing space to explore concerns while also focusing on practical strategies for change.
My style is calm, compassionate, and direct when helpful. I take time to understand each client’s experiences, goals, and strengths, and I work at a pace that feels manageable. Therapy is not about being “fixed,” but about building insight, emotional awareness, and effective coping tools that can be used outside of sessions.
I use a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach, drawing from cognitive-behavioral strategies and skills focused on emotional regulation, communication, and stress management. With couples, sessions focus on improving communication, increasing emotional safety, and understanding relationship patterns so partners can move toward healthier connection and repair.
Clients often describe therapy as a space where they feel heard, grounded, and supported while also being gently challenged to grow. My goal is to help clients gain clarity, reduce emotional distress, and feel more confident navigating life and relationships.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
The therapeutic process begins with an initial session focused on understanding what brings you to therapy, your current concerns, and your goals for treatment. We’ll discuss relevant background information, explore how symptoms are affecting daily life or relationships, and identify what you hope to gain from therapy. This first session also helps establish a sense of comfort, collaboration, and direction.
Ongoing sessions are structured yet flexible and tailored to each client’s needs. Sessions typically involve a combination of discussion, reflection, and practical skill-building. Together, we explore thought patterns, emotional responses, and behaviors that may be contributing to distress, while also identifying strengths and existing coping strategies.
For individual therapy, sessions often focus on anxiety management, emotional regulation, self-awareness, and developing tools to navigate stress and life transitions more effectively. For couples therapy, sessions emphasize communication, emotional safety, understanding relationship patterns, and developing strategies for connection and repair.
Throughout treatment, we work collaboratively to set goals, monitor progress, and adjust the focus of therapy as needed. Clients are encouraged to apply insights and skills between sessions to support continued growth. The overall process is paced to feel manageable, supportive, and purposeful, with an emphasis on creating meaningful and lasting change.
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- National Board for Certified Counselors
Education and training
- SUNY Plattsburgh, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1639060916
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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With Heather, I feel truly heard and understood during my sessions. She creates a safe, supportive space where my feelings are validated without judgment. Her empathy and understanding makes it easier for me to open up, and I always feel more grounded and hopeful. I’m very grateful for her support.
Less than 3 months agoKM
Heather is amazing! She’s professional but fun and so easy to talk to. It took me a logtim to seek assistance and hav had ad experiences in the past. So when I finally decided I couldn't put it off any longer, I found Heather an am so grateful I did! I couldn't have found a better fit for me. I don trust easily, if at all, so it was very difficult for me, but talking to hr was like talking to an old friend and before long I was telling her things I hadn’t told anyoe else ever. She truly is so wonderful andso great at what she does. I can’t recommend her enough!
Less than 3 months agoSB
Heather is an incredible, understanding and loving therapist. She really listens and gives you tips on how to manage certain things going on in your life. She has truly saved me and I am grateful for her empathy and resources to keep me whole again.
Less than 3 months agoYB
Heather is amazing. Finding the right fit for a therapist is really important, and Heather is the right fit. She doesn’t just hear you, she is listening. She is also very knowledgeable about psychology and psychological studies, which helps to educate me and help me understand my thoughts, feelings, and therapeutic journey. The one thing Heather does that make a real difference for me, she sends articles, videos, or just simple check in communication outside of sessions, which really shows she cares and means a lot to me. Thank you Heather for being there for me. Heather is highly recommended by me ??
Less than 3 months agoCJ
Heather is a knowledgeable, kind, and empathetic therapist. She comes with years of experience and knowledge coupled with the ability to make you feel seen and heard. I highy recommend Heather as a therapist.
Less than 3 months agoCM
Very personable and highly accommodating. She mad me feel comfortable right away and is full of valuable tips, tricks, advice etc.
Less than 3 months agoZH
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What practice does Heather Gonyea-Evans work with?
Heather Gonyea-Evans works with Healing with Heather LLC.
Which board certifications does Heather Gonyea-Evans have?
Heather Gonyea-Evans is certified by National Board for Certified Counselors.
What are common reasons for patients to see Heather Gonyea-Evans?
Heather Gonyea-Evans frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Heather Gonyea-Evans on their profile.
What languages does Heather Gonyea-Evans speak?
Heather Gonyea-Evans speaks English.
How do patients rate Heather Gonyea-Evans in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Heather Gonyea-Evans. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.