Heather Yassick, MSW, NY | Psychotherapist

About Heather Yassick

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Groups

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Person-Centered

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Heather Yassick

Heather Yassick is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from the State University of New York, Plattsburgh, and over a decade of experience facilitating group therapy across various domains and clinical settings. Her professional orientation is eclectic, incorporating psychoeducation, body-based coping skills, and mind-body practices. Heather’s clinical interests include self-compassion, compassion-focused therapy, and the effects of somatic practices such as deep breathing and yoga on mental health. She has led groups on Mindfulness for Mental Health, Stress Management, Depression Management, and Nutrition & Exercise for Mental Health & Wellness. Additionally, Heather has developed innovative curricula using evidence-based programs to deliver targeted results for specific client populations, including a 12-week Mindfulness for OCD course.

What should a new client know about working with you?

DBT Group This group will help you face challenges commonly associated with BPD, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Are you ready to build happier relationships and experience better mental health & wellbeing? Heather Yassick, LMHC helps you discover how to view yourself and the world through a new lens in order to regulate your emotions and regain control of your life using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). The four pillars of DBT include mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Experience the freedom of navigating pain, challenges, negative emotions, stress, and conflict in healthier ways for the purpose of greater self-awareness and improved wellbeing. Heather’s leadership style has been described as engaging, educational, humorous and warm.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After booking a group therapy time via Zocdoc, you'll receive an email with Grouport's sign up form. Please fill this out so that they can better assess your mental health needs and assure you're joining the right group for you. You'll schedule a free quick consultation with one of Grouport's clinical coordinators and then will be ready to join your weekly group therapy sessions. The sessions will be held virtually for 60 once a week, with a group of up to 12 people going through similar mental health experiences. You're going to love the safe, supportive setting you'll experience in every group therapy session. Get ready to learn from others in a community of people who care about your progress.

In-network insurances

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $35 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $35-null for 60 minutes

More information on payments and coverage

Automatic billing cycles: $140 monthly for 4 sessions. We offer 50% off the 1st month of 4 weekly sessions

Popular visit reasons

Group Therapy

Education and background

Practice names

Grouport Therapy

Education and training

State University of New York, Plattsburgh, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1710562467

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Heather Yassick?

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

Is Heather Yassick accepting new patients?

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