Heather Rees, MA
Heather Rees is a Pre-Doctoral Psychology student completing her practicum at The Behavioral Wellness Group (BWG) under the license of Dr. John Glovan, Psy.D. and supervision of Dr. Barbara Ballash Psy.D.
At BWG, Heather offers individual therapy and co-facilitates Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) for individuals 18 years and older. She is available for virtual appointments only.
Coached in cultural awareness and sensitivity, Heather works from a holistic perspective. She believes in the power of weaving various approaches to meet the needs of each individual. Her approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, somatic experiencing and transpersonal psychology to create an empathetic, compassionate experience for each person.
Heather received her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a master’s at the London School of Economics before completing her Master of Psychology degree from Meridian University. She is currently working toward her PhD in Psychology through Meridian University. Heather has also completed training with the IFS Institute and has ongoing trainings through the Institute.
Favorite Quote
"We meet ourselves time and again in a thousand disguises on the path of life. "- Carl Jung
Contact
Position:
Pre-Doctoral Clinical Psychology Student
Address:
8224 Mentor Ave, Suite 208
Mentor Ohio 44060
Email:
hrees@behavioralwellnessgroup.com
Phone:
440-392-2222 EXT 862
Fax:
440-565-2349
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