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Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Heather L. Kunkel

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

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Danbury, CT 06810
Let's Connect (475) 234-3678
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My clients range from college to older adulthood, for couples or individuals. My clients are seeking to unpack something that they are carrying that may be weighing them down. I like to be the passenger on your journey, and follow your lead while offering possible different perspectives, and offering creative solutions. I believe firmly in attachment theory and believe our earliest connections in life have a major impact on how we experience life and relationships in the present. I believe in the ability to gain insight and strength to make positive changes in your life.
I enjoy working with a diverse group of clients and have worked with many different issues I do offer expertise in Mood Disorders, suicidal ideation & Anxiety amongst others. I feel comfortable working with a variety of situations or life challenges. I offer various outlooks and perspectives from life experience and work history in Crisis.
I understand its hard to take the first step to call and reach out. I promise not to judge and be open to you and your needs. If you're looking for someone who can sit with you through this work, offering validation and space to hold your emotions, Call me to discuss how we may be a great match. Sending Love and Light...
Take the first step to help. Call or Heather L. Kunkel now - (475) 234-3678

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Connecticut Clients

Danbury, CT 06810

(475) 234-3678

New York Clients

Pleasant Valley, NY 12569

I offer therapy sessions online via video, available evenings & weekends
I specialize in Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD and Mood Disorders 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (475) 234-3678
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Connecticut Clients

Danbury, CT 06810

(475) 234-3678

New York Clients

Pleasant Valley, NY 12569

I offer therapy sessions online via video, available evenings & weekends
I specialize in Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD and Mood Disorders 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Apple Cash, Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • ConnectiCare
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Group Health Incorporated (GHI)
  • Health Advocate
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan
  • NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Wellfleet
  • Out of Network
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I use Headway for my fees and insurance needs.... I take a plethora of insurances and am willing to work with OON Benefits and Cash Clients on a sliding scale.
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (475) 234-3678
"
I use Headway for my fees and insurance needs.... I take a plethora of insurances and am willing to work with OON Benefits and Cash Clients on a sliding scale.
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (475) 234-3678

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Connecticut / 10380 Heather L. Kunkel
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Fordham University , Graduated 2009
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Evergreen Certification Clinical Trauma Professional / 2021
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Dual Licensure in New York & Connecticut
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (475) 234-3678
"
Dual Licensure in New York & Connecticut
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (475) 234-3678

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Mood Disorders

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Work Stress
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I work with a diverse group of clients, and initially when we meet, I'll try to provide a safe and affirming space so we can begin to unpack all you've been carrying.. together we come up with goals over the next few sessions and address them head on.. but meeting you where you are in each visit. You're the driver... Im just a light.
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (475) 234-3678
"
I work with a diverse group of clients, and initially when we meet, I'll try to provide a safe and affirming space so we can begin to unpack all you've been carrying.. together we come up with goals over the next few sessions and address them head on.. but meeting you where you are in each visit. You're the driver... Im just a light.
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (475) 234-3678

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Consulting Services Offered
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Telehealth Services Offered / In Home
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (475) 234-3678
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (475) 234-3678

Location

Primary Location

Connecticut Clients

Danbury, CT 06810

(475) 234-3678

Additional Location

New York Clients

Pleasant Valley, NY 12569

(475) 234-3678
"
I offer therapy sessions online via video, available evenings & weekends
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (475) 234-3678
"
I offer therapy sessions online via video, available evenings & weekends
Photo of Heather L. Kunkel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (475) 234-3678