Heather Shirm, Therapist in Wellington, FL

Introduction

I’m a therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults, helping them navigate trauma, big emotions, anxiety, and life changes in a way that feels safe, supportive, and empowering. I provide both in-person and telehealth therapy, offering individual therapy for adults as well as individual and family therapy for children and teens ages 5–18. I believe that healing happens best when people feel truly seen, heard, and understood.

My approach is strengths-based and tailored to each client’s unique needs, goals, and stage of development. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and use a combination of trauma-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and play-based interventions to support growth and healing. Whether I’m working with a child learning to manage overwhelming emotions, a teenager navigating life transitions, or an adult processing past experiences and current challenges, I strive to meet each person where they are and move at a pace that feels right for them.

I have experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds in both private practice and community settings. I value collaboration with caregivers and loved ones when appropriate and recognize the important role relationships play in the healing process. Through individual and family therapy, my goal is to support not only the individual but the broader family system, offering guidance, education, and encouragement along the way.

I’m deeply committed to creating a calm, compassionate space where clients feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. It is an honor to walk alongside children, adolescents, adults, and families during difficult moments and to help them build confidence, strengthen connections, and move toward greater hope, healing, and resilience.