Heather Rist, LMHC, WA | Psychotherapist

About Heather Rist

Focus areas

Anxiety

Life Transition

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Women's Issues Therapy

Depression

Premarital Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Heather Rist

Heather Rist helps teens, adults, and older adults across Washington navigate life’s challenges with warmth, insight, and practical strategies for healing and growth. As a therapist at LifeStance Health, she creates a supportive space where clients can explore difficult emotions, strengthen resilience, and develop tools to move forward with greater confidence. Heather commonly works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, while also helping clients manage a variety of other mental health and life transition challenges. Heather is especially passionate about supporting individuals through significant life transitions. Whether someone is adjusting to midlife changes, navigating later-life transitions, coping with shifts in health, or finding their footing after major personal changes, she understands that periods of transition can bring both uncertainty and opportunity. She works collaboratively with clients to help them process change, clarify their values, and build a meaningful path forward. Her therapeutic approach is individualized and grounded in evidence-based care. Heather integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients understand patterns, develop healthier coping skills, and work toward lasting emotional wellness. In addition to treating anxiety, depression, and trauma, she provides support for concerns such as grief, postpartum depression and anxiety, women’s issues, health-related stress, and other emotional and behavioral challenges. Heather believes that effective therapy is built on trust, authentic connection, and respect for each client’s unique story. She views counseling as a partnership and strives to help clients feel heard, understood, and empowered as they work toward their goals. Her approach balances compassion with practical tools that clients can apply in everyday life.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Office location

Heather Rist, LMHC also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - Washington

21727 76th Ave W, Ste C, Edmonds, WA 98026

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Washington

Education and training

Northern Arizona University, Master's in Community Counseling
University of Arizona, Bachelor's

NPI number

1548535222

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Heather Rist?

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

Is Heather Rist accepting new patients?

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

Does Heather Rist accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Heather Rist online?

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

What practice does Heather Rist work with?

Heather Rist works with LifeStance Health - Washington.

Where is Heather Rist's office located?

Heather Rist has 2 office locations in Edmonds, view full addresses on Heather Rist's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Heather Rist?

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