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Individual Therapy

Therapy for people seeking a deeper understanding of themselves, the families and experiences that shaped them, and the patterns influencing their lives.

Individual therapy is offered virtually via secure telehealth for teens (14+) and adults located in Texas and Pennsylvania.

Services are offered on a self-pay basis. Additional details about fees, scheduling, and policies are available on the Fees & FAQs page.

Heather Gorr, LPC-S, trauma-informed therapist and clinical supervisor based in Austin, Texas | Woman with dark curly hair, wearing a white shirt and blue jeans, sitting on a brown leather couch

You May Be a Good Fit If…

Many of the people I work with appear capable and high-functioning on the outside, yet feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck beneath the surface. Others are navigating seasons of transition and want support approaching change with greater clarity, stability, and intention.

You may find yourself wanting to:

  • Better understand patterns shaped by family of origin experiences

  • Heal from trauma or chronic stress and its impact on physical health

  • Explore anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or mood-related concerns

  • Navigate transitions into adulthood and questions of identity or life direction with more clarity and self-trust

  • Break generational cycles and show up differently in relationships or parenting

  • Strengthen self-esteem and develop healthier boundaries in relationships

  • Maintain high performance without sacrificing emotional well-being

Heather Gorr, LPC-S, trauma-informed therapist and clinical supervisor based in Austin, Texas | Woman with dark curly hair smiling, wearing a white shirt and blue jeans, sitting on a brown leather couch

My Approach to Therapy

Therapy with me is collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded. I offer a space that balances insight with practicality, where reflection, emotional awareness, and skill-building come together.

My work is trauma-informed and integrates EMDR therapy with relational and insight-oriented approaches, allowing us to explore both the emotional patterns shaped by earlier experiences and the ways those patterns continue to influence your present life.

I believe feedback is an important part of the therapeutic process. I am an active and engaged participant in our work together, offering observations, reflections, and education when it supports insight and growth while remaining attuned to your pace and readiness. My style is direct while remaining supportive and compassionate.

Our work may include slowing things down, exploring patterns, strengthening nervous system regulation, and developing a deeper understanding of how past experiences shape present reactions. I encourage both reflection and accountability when it supports meaningful change.

This is not a rushed or checklist-driven process. It is intentional, relational work designed to support clarity, resilience, and self-awareness.

Faith, Values, and Meaning

For some clients, faith and spirituality are an important part of how they understand themselves, their relationships, and the world. When it is meaningful to you, I welcome thoughtful exploration of spirituality, values, and purpose as part of the therapeutic process.

My own Christian faith informs how I understand compassion, healing, and human dignity, as well as the ways people search for meaning in the midst of life’s challenges. At the same time, therapy with me is never about imposing beliefs. I work with individuals from a variety of faith backgrounds, as well as those who are questioning or who have experienced hurt within faith communities. My goal is to create space where these experiences can be explored with respect, care, and curiosity.

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Who I Do Not Typically Work With

While I work with a wide range of concerns, there are certain situations where individuals are best served by clinicians who specialize in those areas. When the following concerns are the primary focus of treatment, I typically refer to trusted colleagues:

  • Substance use disorders

  • Eating disorders

  • Psychosis

  • Personality disorders

Clear boundaries help ensure individuals receive the most appropriate and effective care. My practice is not designed to provide crisis-level care or emergency services.

Next Steps

Finding the right therapist is an important decision. If you are seeking individual therapy that supports both insight and growth, and want to explore whether we are a good fit, I invite you to reach out.

A brief consultation allows us to discuss what brings you to therapy and determine whether working together feels like the right next step.

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