Heather Bedinger M.Ed., LPC
Olive House Counseling Owner
Licensed Professional Counselor
ART Trained Therapist
EMDR Trained Therapist
heather@olivehousecounseling.com
Heather has experience working with children, adolescents and adults for over 10 years. She enjoys being able to connect with and provide a safe place for children and teens to express their fears and anxieties, as well as their hopes and dreams. She loves being a contact for parents and supporting them during their parenting journey. She also enjoys working with adult women as they process the challenges of life.
It can often feel like you are constantly running up a hill, muscles sore and out of breath, it’s challenging to see the summit. Heather believes that every individual desires, and is able, to live a life of fulfillment by removing barriers and discovering tools that work for them. We are not magically able to make the discomforts of this world disappear, but we are able to grow and heal through experiences such as losses, hopes, anxieties, and suffering. She is passionate about journeying with her clients to discover coping skills, develop positive relationships and uncover freedom from past hurts. Her goal as your therapist is to provide a safe environment and a comforting ear for you to process your past and present challenges. Heather believes that the first step towards healing is connection, and building a relational alliance is of utmost importance. Together, you will explore your concerns, seek solutions, hold space for healing, and celebrate growth and change.
Heather was born and raised in East Texas. She and her family live in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. She is an avid triathlete, and loves spending time with her husband and 3 children. She is passionate about advocating for people with disabilities. She believes that her life experiences have prepared her to provide quality care for people in need, and is thrilled to offer her talents and services as co-owner of Olive House Counseling.
Education:
M. Ed. In Counseling from University of North Texas
B.S. in Communication from Abilene Christian University
A.A. in Pre-Education from Kilgore College
Extensive Training in:
EMDR
Play Therapy
Sand Tray Therapy
Child-Parent Relationship Therapy
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Interested in working with Heather?
