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Heidi Whyte

Heidi Whyte

LCSW

Calm, practical support for life’s hard moments

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse

Also works with

LGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Montana

Languages

English

Licenses listed

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

  • Mindful approaches
  • Skills focused
  • Strengths based

About Heidi

Heidi Whyte is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and major life changes. She speaks plainly and works to create a calm space where clients can talk through what matters most to them. Her approach centers on listening first and then shaping sessions to fit each person’s goals. With seven years of clinical experience, Heidi uses a mix of approaches to meet practical needs. She draws on Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and steady their attention. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to teach skills for managing emotions and changing unhelpful patterns. Sessions are guided by a person-centered stance that emphasizes empathy and respect. Heidi pays attention to trauma history and focuses on strengths and real-world solutions rather than only discussing problems. Treatment plans are adjusted as progress is made and goals evolve. She has worked with a wide range of concerns including interpersonal relationship issues, parenting and career challenges, trauma and abuse, and mood disorders such as depression and bipolar. Additional areas of focus include ADHD, caregiving stress, body image, chronic illness, and codependency. Heidi practices in Montana and conducts therapy in English. If someone wants support for coping skills, managing strong emotions, or making a life change, she helps them build tools and take steady steps toward their goals.

How Heidi Uses Mindfulness, ACT, and Attachment Ideas Online

Heidi draws on Mindfulness Therapy to help people develop moment-to-moment awareness of thoughts and feelings, which can reduce reactivity and support clearer choices. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to clarify values and build small committed actions that move a person toward a meaningful life. Attachment-based ideas help explore how early relationship patterns shape current reactions and can guide changes in how people connect with others.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Heidi works with each person to see what techniques fit their goals, preferences, and daily routine. Over time she adjusts the mix of mindfulness practices, skills training, and relational work to match what’s most helpful for that person.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and use short check-ins when a full session isn’t needed. It also allows practice of skills in everyday settings and supports steady work on goals between meetings.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Heidi address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and career challenges, and related concerns listed in her specialties.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is person-centered and strengths-based, combining mindfulness, ACT, CBT, and attachment-aware ideas. Sessions focus on practical skills and steady progress toward goals.

What experience does she bring to therapy?

She has seven years of clinical experience working with people facing trauma, mood disorders, stress, and interpersonal challenges.

What credentials and location are on record?

She is a Montana LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and she practices in Montana.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does pricing and payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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