Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

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Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

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3818 Spicewood Springs Road, 300, Austin, TX 78759

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Available both in-person and online

3818 Spicewood Springs Road 300 Austin, TX 78759

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If you’ve landed here, you may be feeling stuck or tired of carrying so much on your own. You might be functioning on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or not quite like yourself on the inside. You may be noticing patterns you can’t seem to break, old family dynamics showing up in your relationships, or the feeling that you’re always the strong one, the responsible one, the fixer, or the one who stays quiet to keep the peace. Often those roles started long ago, and therapy can help you understand what you learned to carry, what you learned to silence, and what you needed to do to feel safe and loved.

You may also be looking for a therapist who understands that life can be both beautiful and brutal, sometimes all at once. I’ve lived through tender seasons and painful ones. Losing my mother at age 7 transformed my family in devastating ways and shaped who I am. I’ve lived through family estrangement, divorce, remarriage, blended families, and menopause.

In therapy, you shouldn't power through. You get to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and begin building steadier ground, one honest step at a time. Sessions are tailored to you, some days practical and skill-based, and other days deep emotional work. If you’d like therapy that feels warm, honest, and hopeful, I'd be honored to support you.

Call or Email Heather Connelly now for a free 15 minute consultation - (512) 886-9062

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates

3818 Spicewood Springs Road

300

Austin, TX 78759 map

(512) 886-9062

Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates

601 West 18th Street

Austin, TX 78701 map

My website

I offer therapy sessions in Central Austin, North Austin, and on-line. I'm available evenings, weekends, and weekdays.

I specialize in Women's Issues, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions

$140 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and groups

Let's Connect (512) 886-9062

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates

3818 Spicewood Springs Road

300

Austin, TX 78759 map

(512) 886-9062

Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates

601 West 18th Street

Austin, TX 78701 map

My website

I offer therapy sessions in Central Austin, North Austin, and on-line. I'm available evenings, weekends, and weekdays.

I specialize in Women's Issues, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions

$140 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $140
Couple Sessions $160

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

I offer a private-pay only practice. If you have insurance, I can provide you with a Superbill for out-of-network clients to help you receive reimbursement from your insurance carrier. Payment is due at the time of service.

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 886-9062

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 886-9062

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Texas / 97045 Supervised by Louis Laves-Webb (Texas / 18906) Heather Sue Connelly

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 2 years

Attended Saint Martin's University, MA Counseling Psychology-Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2011

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Certified Mother Loss Practitioner 2023

Certificate from Real Life Therapy - Level 1 Level 1 / 2026

I'm a Certified Mother Loss Practitioner through Hope Edelman's Mother Loss Practitioner program, and I'm trained in grief support through Claire Bidwell Smith's work. I'm also Level 1 trained in Relational Life Therapy (RLT), which informs my couples and relationship-focused work with practical too

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 886-9062

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 886-9062

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Women's Issues
Relationship Issues
Life Transitions

Expertise

Anxiety
Child
Depression
Divorce
Grief
Marital and Premarital
Mother Loss
Parenting
Perimenopause and Menopause
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

I help with grief/mother loss, anxiety & overwhelm, teen/tween stress, peri/menopause transitions, relationship conflict, and family dynamics. A plan may include clarifying goals, mapping patterns, building coping/communication skills, and practicing boundaries and repair. Benefits: steadier mood, stronger relationships, self-trust, and relief.

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 886-9062

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 886-9062

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Immuno-disorders

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Immuno-disorders

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Gottman Method
Integrative
Multi-Modal
Person-Centered
Relational
Somatic
Trauma Focused

My work is rooted in attachment and family systems, blending relational, trauma-informed therapy with practical tools. Sessions feel warm, steady, and honest—at your pace. I'm inspired by the work of Drs. John & Julie Gottman, Esther Perel, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, Dr. Terry Real, and Dr. Gabor Maté. Specialties: motherless daughters, tween/teen girls, peri/menopause, couples.

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 886-9062

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 886-9062

Groups

Motherless Daughters of Austin, TX (In-Person)

Hosted by

Heather Connelly

GROUPS NOW FORMING-Starting May 6th. Motherless Daughters offers a compassionate community for women navigating the grief of losing their mothers. With in-person and virtual options, you’ll connect with others who truly get it. You’ll never feel alone again as you experience the comfort of shared understanding and support. If you’re seeking a safe, understanding space to heal, reach out today to join us. You don’t have to face this journey alone.

Expertise

Grief

Trauma and PTSD

Women's Issues

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50

Group Meets

Every Wed 7 P.M. - 8:15 P.M.

Location

3818 Spicewood Springs Road

300

Austin, TX 78759

Email Heather Connelly about this group or call - (512) 886-9062

Motherless Daughters of Texas (Zoom-Online)

Hosted by

Heather Connelly

GROUPS NOW FORMING-Starting May 5th Motherless Daughters offers a compassionate community for women navigating the grief of losing their mothers. With in-person and virtual options, you’ll connect with others who truly get it. You’ll never feel alone again as you experience the comfort of shared understanding and support. If you’re seeking a safe, understanding space to heal, reach out today to join us. You don’t have to face this journey alone.

Expertise

Grief

Trauma and PTSD

Women's Issues

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50

Group Meets

Every Tue 7 P.M. - 8:15 P.M.

Location

Austin, TX 78759

Email Heather Connelly about this group or call - (512) 886-9062

Location

Primary Location

Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates

3818 Spicewood Springs Road

300

Austin, TX 78759

(512) 886-9062

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates

601 West 18th Street

Austin, TX 78701

(512) 886-9062

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Downtown

I offer therapy sessions in Central Austin, North Austin, and on-line. I'm available evenings, weekends, and weekdays.

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call for a free consultation now - (512) 886-9062

I offer therapy sessions in Central Austin, North Austin, and on-line. I'm available evenings, weekends, and weekdays.

Heather Connelly

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA

Call for a free consultation now - (512) 886-9062

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