Heather L. Hurwitt

Heather Hurwitt is a therapist located in Gainesville, FL. Heather specializes in providing trauma-informed mental health treatment. Many of Heather’s clients have previously experienced traumatic events, leading to painful memories, difficulty trusting others, or continued feelings of danger. Heather works with these clients to process through their trauma and move forward in their lives. She also supports clients who are going through major life transitions, including the start or end of relationships, switching jobs or careers, or adjusting to a new way of living.

Heather’s style is kind and empathetic, while encouraging clients to challenge themselves and grow from their experiences. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which is an evidence-based treatment for emotional distress after trauma. Clients find hope in their futures, and talk through the emotions, relationships, or situations that hold them back from living joyfully and comfortably. She also utilizes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients reflect on their values and whether or not they’re living by these values. Her goal is to help her clients live meaningfully through healthy relationships with themselves and others.

Heather earned a Master’s degree from the University of Massachusetts, Global. She collaborates with her clients, never pushing them to disclose or address certain parts of their traumas or emotions. She supports her clients as they gain a better understanding of the current state of their lives and take healthy steps toward developing a true sense of self which can help them overcome any roadblocks that arise.