Dr. Heather Jones PhD, LCSW

Heather Jones, PhD, LCSW born in Texas and raised in the Washington, DC area. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology from George Mason University, followed by her Master’s in Social Work and PhD in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago.A licensed clinical social worker with over 22 years of experience, Heather specializes in working with adults, couples, and families. She adopts a collaborative approach to therapy, customizing interventions to suit individual needs. Heather employs various therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotional Freedom techniques, and other alternative approaches.Her areas of expertise encompass treating depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, grief, chronic pain, dementia, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, caregiver stress, burnout, life transitions, including aging …changes, and marital and family challenges.Clients under Heather’s care experience an open, interactive, and safe therapeutic environment conducive to learning and growth. She utilizes strategic and educational interventions to support clients in internalizing and practicing skills to enhance emotional health and interpersonal relationships.Heather is dedicated to assisting clients in navigating their journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life. She eagerly anticipates the opportunity to collaborate with individuals seeking support.