Heather Leahy Hecht
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
1501 Langston Blvd, 130, Arlington, VA 22209
Let's Connect (703) 436-4259

Are you emotionally exhausted, carrying private pain, while high achieving on the outside? I work with adults in high-pressure professional roles on anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relationship stress, fertility challenges, new parent stress, work/life imbalance, and the complex emotions that come with sustaining success. My clients are often the ones everyone turns to — steady, accomplished, and capable — yet privately weighed down by self-doubt, burnout, or a sense of disconnection from themselves and others. In therapy, we create space for honesty and relief, untangling what is blocking you from happiness.
You don’t need another place to perform — you need a place to solve the problem of your pain without losing the success you’ve built. My approach blends structure with compassion — using evidence-based practices to get a true result. We will untangle old patterns, redefine perfection to include balance, and find steadiness again.
I offer discreet, evidence-based therapy for leaders, professionals, and parents under pressure. In therapy in my practice, we’ll attune and heal your private pain while protecting your success. You don’t have to trade peace for performance. You can have both. Send a note today to make your inner world as strong as the life you’ve built.
Call or Email Heather Leahy Hecht now for a free 15 minute consultation - (703) 436-4259
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Couple Sessions $250
Payment Methods
Cash, CheckInsurance
- Out of Network
Heather Leahy Hecht
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 436-4259
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0810005862 Heather Leahy Hecht
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University , Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with Child, Family, & Couples Concentration, Graduated 2016
- License: PSYPACT 11298 / 2025
- License: Washington DC PSY1001325 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Heather Leahy Hecht
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 436-4259
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Eating Disorders
- Child
- Depression
Expertise
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Heather Leahy Hecht
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 436-4259
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Sandplay
- Trauma Focused
Heather Leahy Hecht
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 436-4259
Groups
Eating Disorder Support Group in Rosslyn, VA
This is a warm, supportive, kind, and thoughtful eating disorder recovery group for people ages 18-35. The group is for people with a history of restriction, binging, purging, and over-exercise. We welcome participants who have a desire for freedom around food and body kindness. The group meets Monday evenings in Rosslyn in Arlington, VA at Resolve Psychological Services. The group costs $100 per session, and is insurance reimbursable. Please do not hesitate to reach out to schedule a screening appointment today.
Expertise
Eating Disorders
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$100
Group Meets
Every Mon 6 P.M. - 7 P.M.
Location
Rosslyn in Arlington, VA
1501 Lee Highway
Suite 130
Arlington, VA 22209
Email Heather Leahy Hecht about this group or call - (703) 436-4259
Location
Primary Location
Resolve Psychological Services
1501 Langston Blvd
130
Arlington, VA 22209
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