Heather Lara, SW, MI | Psychotherapist

About Heather Lara

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Groups

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Play Therapy

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Heather Lara

I’m so glad you’re here, and I truly look forward to partnering with you and your family. Supporting children, adults, and families through social work is a privilege I hold close to my heart. One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is watching clients grow over time, celebrating their milestones, strengthening family connections, and supporting them through each stage of their journey. For the past 11 years, I have worked as a school social worker servicing children and families with diverse needs. Through this experience, I have developed focused expertise in supporting neurodiverse children, strengthening executive functioning skills, addressing social and communication delays, and navigating learning challenges. In addition, I specialize in supporting children and adults living with chronic health conditions. I believe in meeting each person exactly where they are and honoring their unique needs, strengths, and pace of growth. Building a trusting, therapeutic relationship is always my priority, as it creates the foundation for meaningful progress. I also believe that supporting parents is just as important as supporting children, and I am committed to providing families with resources, guidance, and encouragement every step of the way.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office location

Heather Lara, SW also offers online video visits for patients

Bright Horizons Counseling Center

29900 Harper Ave., Ste E, St. Clair Shores, MI 48082

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Education and background

Practice names

Bright Horizons Counseling Center

Education and training

Wayne State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1922966597

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Heather Lara?

Generally, Heather Lara has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Heather Lara's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Heather Lara accepting new patients?

Heather Lara generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Heather Lara's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Heather Lara accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Heather Lara online?

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What practice does Heather Lara work with?

Heather Lara works with Bright Horizons Counseling Center.

Where is Heather Lara's office located?

Heather Lara has 2 office locations, including in Macomb and St. Clair Shores, view full addresses on Heather Lara's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Heather Lara?

Heather Lara 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 Lara on their profile.