Heather Kriken, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Heather Kriken

Focus areas

Childhood Trauma

Life Transition

Sleep Disorder

Depression

Perinatal Mental Health

Women's Issues Therapy

Insomnia

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Trauma Focused

EMDR

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Heather Kriken

Hi there, I'm Heather! Many parents find themselves overwhelmed, disconnected, emotionally reactive, or carrying the weight of childhood experiences they thought they had left behind. I help new and seasoned parents heal old wounds, understand the patterns shaping their lives today, and create healthier relationships with themselves and the people they love most. My focus As a clinician certified in Perinatal Mental Health, I specialize in supporting individuals through pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, birth trauma, and the many emotional challenges that can arise during the transition to parenthood. I also work with "people pleasers" and high achievers navigating anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism. My approach I approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens, recognizing that many of our thoughts, emotions, and relationship patterns developed as ways to adapt and survive difficult experiences. I integrate mindfulness and nervous system regulation, EMDR, ACT, and CBT to help clients build resilience and process traumatic experiences. My communication style My communication style is warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable being yourself. I balance empathy with honesty, offering support while also helping you identify patterns, build insight, and make meaningful changes. My journey to mental healthcare Becoming a parent gave me a deeper appreciation for how our past experiences can shape the way we view ourselves, navigate relationships, and show up for our children. This experience strengthened my passion for trauma work and helping clients heal old wounds, break unhelpful cycles, and create lasting change.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1245912237

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What practice does Heather Kriken work with?

Heather Kriken works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Heather Kriken?

Heather Kriken frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Heather Kriken on their profile.