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Heather Minshall

Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

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72880 Fred Waring Drive Suite A-4 Palm Desert, CA 92260
I am Heather MInshall. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with almost 20 years of experience. Additionally, I hold a doctorate in psychotherapy. My focus is to bring internal relief to the external stimulus as well as to bring recognition to the maladaptive patterns that have been created. I am open to listening to everyone who is in need of finding the motivation to change old patterns. Learning how to communicate with ourselves, is the first step, learning how to communicate our needs with others is the next step. I also am skilled in working with couples and their communication struggles.
I meet my clients where they are. I had experience using CBT, DBT, and other approaches, yet my primary focus is on psychoanalytic and Jungian perspectives.
Clients are welcome to email me. Phone calls are welcomed, however due to often being in with clients, it is best to email me so that we can have clear communication of your needs.
Take the first step to help. Call or Heather Minshall now - (760) 825-6447

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

72880 Fred Waring Drive

Suite A-4

Palm Desert, CA 92260 map

(760) 825-6447

San Marcos, CA 92078

My website
I am available to you either in my cozy office or on telehealth while you are comfy.
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (760) 825-6447
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

72880 Fred Waring Drive

Suite A-4

Palm Desert, CA 92260 map

(760) 825-6447

San Marcos, CA 92078

My website
I am available to you either in my cozy office or on telehealth while you are comfy.
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $225

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Magellan
  • Optum
  • Oxford
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I do accept some insurance and I am able to provide the dreaded superbill when needed. I do try to work with your payment method and make it as simple to pay as needed. Paying for therapy should not be an extra anxiety.
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 825-6447
"
I do accept some insurance and I am able to provide the dreaded superbill when needed. I do try to work with your payment method and make it as simple to pay as needed. Paying for therapy should not be an extra anxiety.
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 825-6447

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 51143 Heather Hathaway
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended Pacifica Graduate Institue, PhD Depth Psychology , Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Board of Behavioral Science 51143 / 2012
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I have many years of experience with many different mental health concerns. I feel confident in my skills to be of help guiding those of any age range.
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 825-6447
"
I have many years of experience with many different mental health concerns. I feel confident in my skills to be of help guiding those of any age range.
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 825-6447

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (760) 825-6447
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Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (760) 825-6447

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Jungian
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Sandplay
  • Trauma Focused
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I use many modalities however I am most versed in analytic therapy. I do believe that our defense mechanisms need to be examined and exchanged for new healthier coping mechanisms. I am person centered meaning I listen to you, explore your thoughts and help guide you to recognize the patterns that affect your emotional experience.
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 825-6447
"
I use many modalities however I am most versed in analytic therapy. I do believe that our defense mechanisms need to be examined and exchanged for new healthier coping mechanisms. I am person centered meaning I listen to you, explore your thoughts and help guide you to recognize the patterns that affect your emotional experience.
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 825-6447

Location

Primary Location

72880 Fred Waring Drive

Suite A-4

Palm Desert, CA 92260

(760) 825-6447

Additional Location

San Marcos, CA 92078

(760) 825-6447
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I am available to you either in my cozy office or on telehealth while you are comfy.
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (760) 825-6447
"
I am available to you either in my cozy office or on telehealth while you are comfy.
Photo of Heather Minshall, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Heather Minshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (760) 825-6447