Joseph Heeter, LPC, VA | Psychotherapist

About Joseph Heeter

Focus areas

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Panic Attack

Suicidal Tendencies

Coping Mechanism Development

Self Esteem Issues

Work-Related Counseling

Depression

Self-Harm / Injury

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Expressive Arts

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Gestalt

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Joseph Heeter

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of Lumos Therapy. I help adults and older adolescents navigate trauma, anxiety, and life transitions through secure telehealth sessions. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing and growth can take root. My approach I see therapy as a lantern illuminating the stories that shape you while revealing the next steps toward relief and renewal. Drawing from trauma-focused, attachment-based, and expressive therapies, I combine evidence-based techniques with a deeply human, creative touch. Together, we explore your unique experiences, identify patterns that hold you back, and develop practical strategies to build resilience and confidence. My work blends empathy and gentle challenge so you can both feel heard and make meaningful change. My focus I work with adults and older adolescents who are navigating the aftershocks of trauma, managing anxiety and stress, or moving through major life transitions. Many of my clients are seeking a therapist who honors their story while helping them discover new ways forward. Whether you are rebuilding after difficult experiences or simply ready to grow, I offer a space where your inner light can re-emerge. My communication style Warm, collaborative, and gently challenging. I listen deeply, offer clear feedback, and help you connect insights to everyday life. You can expect compassion balanced with practical guidance so our sessions feel both safe and purposeful. My journey to mental healthcare Since earning my counseling degree in 2012, I’ve followed a path devoted to healing and resilience. I began at ChildHelp, supporting children recovering from abuse and neglect, and trained at the Gil Institute in expressive, cognitive-behavioral, attachment-based, and trauma-focused therapies. At Health Connect America, I helped individuals overcome behavioral health challenges before founding Lumos Therapy in 2019 to serve my community.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Virginia

Education and training

Capella University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1609334085

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What practice does Joseph Heeter work with?

Joseph Heeter works with Rula Health - Virginia.

What are common reasons for patients to see Joseph Heeter?

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