Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Danbury, CT 06810
Let's Connect (475) 234-3678

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 Email Heather L. Kunkel now - (475) 234-3678
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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, ZelleInsurance
- 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
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Email me or call with questions - (475) 234-3678
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Connecticut / 10380 Heather L. Kunkel
- Attended Fordham University , Graduated 2009
- Certificate from Evergreen Certification Clinical Trauma Professional / 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Email me 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
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Email me or call with questions - (475) 234-3678
2 Endorsements
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
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (475) 234-3678
Location
Additional Location
New York Clients
Pleasant Valley, NY 12569
(475) 234-3678Nearby Areas
Heather L. Kunkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (475) 234-3678