What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Heather is great loved talking to her. I felt heard and seen and gave me action plans to help come up with a solution and things to consider and think about.”
More than 1 year ago
“I have so much confidence in Heather. I would recommend her to anyone. She’s so engaged with the conversation. Her other skills include attentiveness, warm-heartedness, solution-oriented, warm, calm, and much more. She is so precise with everything she does and says. I really enjoy having her as a guide for life challenges. Couldn’t recommend Heather, enough. Truly a gem found within tele-therapy”
More than 1 year ago
About Heather Gunderson
Focus areas
Anger Management
Parenting Counseling
Anxiety
Self Esteem Issues
Bullying
Stress Management
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Relational
Emotionally Focused
Structural Family Therapy
Humanistic
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Heather Gunderson
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Illinois who helps people struggling emotionally, socially, and relationally. Everyone faces challenges and conflicts in life, and it can be frustrating to know when and where to get help. I can support you through those struggles so you can create real and lasting change.
I earned my Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Syracuse University and have been in practice since 1995. My approach with clients is thoughtfully direct and relational. I have experience helping with anxiety, depression, divorce, self-esteem, relational issues, developmental transitions, parent-child concerns, behavior issues, and academic challenges. As a systemic therapist, I focus on both the client's needs and the dynamics of the systems they are part of to better assess and address potential issues and resolutions.
Working through life's challenges can feel overwhelming. Starting counseling can be a positive first step toward changing your life. I look forward to working with you!
What should a new client know about working with you?
My goal for working with clients is that they are able to create change in their lives for the concerns that brought them to therapy and also to understand how to apply the information to any issues that may present themselves in the future. Understanding how relational dynamics work allows each person I work with to be knowledgeable and empowered in their own lives.
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More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Syracuse University, Master’s in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1629742663
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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18 reviews
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Heather makes you feel hopeful, strong, and safe. I cannot appreciate enough what she has done for me.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She is probably the best therapist I’ve ever had. And I have seen quite a few therapists.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Heather is great loved talking to her. I felt heard and seen and gave me action plans to help come up with a solution and things to consider and think about.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I have so much confidence in Heather. I would recommend her to anyone. She’s so engaged with the conversation. Her other skills include attentiveness, warm-heartedness, solution-oriented, warm, calm, and much more. She is so precise with everything she does and says. I really enjoy having her as a guide for life challenges. Couldn’t recommend Heather, enough. Truly a gem found within tele-therapy
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
My partner and I really feel Heather understands where each of us is coming from but above all, she is very insightful. She can see what we can't see and she explains what's happening in such a simple, empowering way, that you know what you need to work on to make a relationship work.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Heather is the best therapist I have ever worked with - she is a gem and has made an enormous difference in my life. I can't recommend her highly enough!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Heather is an excellent listener, and I appreciate her direct feedback during our discussions. She is extremely knowledgable and not only provides astute advice but also has recommended a few resources (books or podcasts) which have helped continue to my personal growth. Heather has a great sense of humor and is very authentic. I appreciate the opportunity each week to check in with Heather, unpack situations, digest her feedback and apply strategies she has suggested (which are helping immensely). She is a wonderful therapist!
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How soon can I make an appointment with Heather Gunderson?
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Is Heather Gunderson accepting new patients?
Heather Gunderson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Heather Gunderson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Heather Gunderson accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Heather Gunderson online?
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What practice does Heather Gunderson work with?
Heather Gunderson works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Heather Gunderson?
Heather Gunderson frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Heather Gunderson on their profile.
What languages does Heather Gunderson speak?
Heather Gunderson speaks English.
How do patients rate Heather Gunderson in reviews?
18 patients have reviewed Heather Gunderson. 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.