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Heather Oster, LCSW(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
OregonCalifornia
Anxiety - Depression-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-Childhood trauma-Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)-Emotional abuse-

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Professional statement

Experience a bridge to healing. Heather provides online therapy in Oregon and California for individuals and couples navigating the effects of trauma and complex trauma. Trauma can disrupt work, concentration, sleep, and overall well-being. For couples, it can create barriers to trust, connection, and communication. Heather offers a personalized, evidence-based approach that helps clients heal from trauma, strengthen relationships, and move toward lasting peace, resilience, and connection.

Personalized Therapy Designed for You

Heather is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized therapy for adults and couples seeking meaningful, lasting change. She believes that every therapeutic relationship should be built on trust, respect, and a deep understanding that each person's healing journey is unique.

Whether clients are navigating a recent life transition, healing from the effects of trauma, or working through longstanding emotional challenges, Heather tailors treatment to each client's unique experiences, strengths, and goals. Using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches, she helps clients move beyond survival and toward greater resilience, healthier relationships, and a more fulfilling life.

Heather views therapy as a collaborative process rooted in compassion, authenticity, and hope. She is committed to creating a safe, supportive space where clients can heal, grow, and reconnect with their inner strengths. Those who are ready to begin their journey are invited to reach out and take the first step toward lasting change.


Message to clients

Do you feel like you're carrying more than anyone realizes?

From the outside, you may seem accomplished, dependable, and in control. Yet internally, you could be struggling with anxiety, stress, sadness, or the lingering effects of past experiences. The constant demands of work, relationships, and daily responsibilities can become exhausting, leaving you feeling disconnected from yourself and the life you want.

You don't have to continue carrying that weight alone. Therapy offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space to slow down, process what you've been through, and build healthier ways of coping. Together, we can work toward greater balance, healing, and a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 10 years

Recovery Unleashed, Owner, 2022 - Present

University of Southern California, MSW, 2016

Licensure

California: 97606 - Oregon: L12347

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Childhood trauma - Learning how traumatic events in childhood can translate into adulthood; processing through difficult memories with the goal of moving past the experience and lingering symptoms

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) - Recovering from the impact of long-term, repeated traumatic events, such as emotional abuse and neglect

Emotional abuse - Emotional Abuse in Interpersonal Relationships refers to a pattern of non‑physical behaviors—such as verbal attacks, humiliation, intimidation, manipulation, gaslighting, and coercive control—that undermine an individual’s emotional well‑being and sense of self. Emotional abuse is recognized as a significant contributor to psychological distress, including anxiety, depression, and trauma‑related symptoms.




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

You can book a free consultation or an initial visit via my website, Recovery Unleashed.


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (55min)
  • Initial session:$150 (55min)
  • Couples sessions:$150 (55min)
  • Consultation:$0 (20min)

Book a Free Initial Consultation

The practice will call you for a free 10 minute phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

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