Heather Merrill, LCMHC, Dover, NH | Psychotherapist

About Heather Merrill

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Gender Affirming Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Life Transition

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Heather Merrill

Heather Merrill, LCMHC, helps individuals and families in New Hampshire navigate lifes challenges with compassionate, evidence-based therapy. She works with children, adolescents, teens, and adults, providing a supportive space to explore emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and build resilience. Whether you're seeking help for anxiety, navigating parenting struggles, or managing life transitions, Heather collaborates with each client to foster meaningful progress and growth. Heather is especially passionate about supporting individuals and families impacted by adoption and foster care. She understands the complex emotional and relational dynamics these experiences can bring and integrates targeted approaches to help clients process identity, attachment, and grief-related issues. Heather also offers affirming care to members of the LGBTQ+ community and has extensive experience working with military families and veterans, recognizing the unique stressors these populations may face. Her clinical expertise includes treating anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and childhood behavior issues, using an integrative model that draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based interventions. Heather also provides family therapy and parenting skills training to strengthen relationships and improve communication at home. Additional areas of focus include school avoidance, sleep disorders, bipolar disorder, and postpartum depression and anxiety. Clients benefit from her practical, down-to-earth approach and deep empathy. In addition to her clinical work, Heather enjoys traveling and planning trips, and in the colder seasons, she builds intricate Lego displays”including a custom-built winter village during the holidays.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Office location

Chestnut Hill Counseling Associates - Dover

16 5th St, Dover, NH 03820

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - New Hampshire

Education and training

Rivier University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1174930234

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Heather Merrill?

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

Is Heather Merrill accepting new patients?

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

Does Heather Merrill accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Heather Merrill online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Heather Merrill using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Heather Merrill work with?

Heather Merrill works with LifeStance Health - New Hampshire.

Where is Heather Merrill's office located?

Heather Merrill's office is located at 16 5th St, Dover, NH 03820.

What are common reasons for patients to see Heather Merrill?

Heather Merrill frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Heather Merrill on their profile.