- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and anger
- CBT and ACT methods
About Heather
Heather Rink-Rosas is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 18 years of experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, relationship concerns, and issues tied to family of origin and grief. Heather sees people who want clearer patterns around attachment, abandonment, blended family concerns, and adoption or foster-care histories.
Her approach blends several practical methods rather than following a single school of thought. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) a lot to help people notice thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that keep problems going. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and client-centered ideas as they fit each person.
Sessions focus on talking through current struggles and identifying small changes that reduce daily stress. Heather works with concerns such as codependency, communication problems, commitment worries, control issues, body image, and coping after separation or loss. She also addresses complex presentations like co-morbidity, dissociation, and mood regulation issues including bipolar and DMDD-related symptoms.
Heather offers therapy in English and Spanish. She frames the work as collaborative and practical, helping people practice new ways of responding to old family patterns. Her background in family-related concerns makes her a resource for adults who want to understand how childhood roles and expectations still affect them now.
To begin, clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to set goals and a plan.
How her therapeutic approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions aligned with their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and patterns tied to family expectations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change thought and behavior patterns that maintain distress. CBT often helps with anxiety, depression, and anger management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting so people can clarify their own goals and make decisions that fit their lives.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Heather collaborates with each person to decide which methods make the most sense for their goals and situation. She adapts interventions over time based on what the client finds most helpful.
Session formats are not specified in her biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins that feel less formal than a long in-person visit. Some formats also work better for brief skills practice, quieter conversations, or stepping through exercises together without a commute. Discuss scheduling preferences during the matching questionnaire and first appointment so sessions fit into everyday life.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, relationship issues, grief, and family of origin matters among other areas.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses an eclectic, practical style that pulls techniques from CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT, and client-centered work to fit individual needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 18 years of professional experience providing therapy in community and clinical settings.
What credential and location are listed?
She is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Are international clients accepted?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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