Heather Thorson, LCSW

Heather Thorson is a clinically licensed social worker practicing in Nevada who brings a collaborative, strengths-based approach to therapy. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - a credential that denotes advanced training in clinical social work and therapeutic practice. Heather was originally licensed in 2008 and has held clinical licensure since November 2017 (NV LCSW 7740-C). She also serves as an approved clinical supervisor, supporting interns pursuing clinical social work licensure in both Nevada and Alabama.

Heather has extensive experience helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate depression, build self-esteem, and find motivation during major life changes. Her work includes relationship and LGBT-affirming support, coaching for personal growth, and focused care around forgiveness, guilt and shame, mood concerns, and issues related to narcissism and self-love. She centers the client as the expert in their own life, looking for existing strengths and resilience that can be amplified to create sustainable change.

Therapeutically, Heather draws primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy while integrating mindfulness and grounding practices to enhance emotional regulation and clarity. Her practice emphasizes practical tools, intentional habits, and compassionate guidance aimed at helping people move toward more balanced, empowered lives.

Online approaches rooted in practical therapy

Heather commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, and she often weaves mindfulness practices into sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve day-to-day functioning. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on goals and strengths, helping clients build small, concrete steps toward measurable change and clearer direction. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple awareness and grounding practices that support emotional regulation and present-moment clarity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Heather works collaboratively with each person to explore methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so treatment remains practical and relevant. Clients are invited to participate in shaping the plan and choosing the techniques that feel most useful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and use therapeutic tools between appointments under the guidance of licensed professionals and therapists.