Heather Parenti, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Westport, CT
Online & In-Person
About me
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 25 years in private practice and many years as a social worker in health care. I am also a lifelong fitness enthusiast, starting my life in competitive tennis at five years old. I am a California native who has fallen in love with Connecticut, living in its splendor for the past 7 years! My focus in life is love. My passion not only includes health and wellness but also creativity. I have been writing poetry since high school and, I started painting again for pleasure and relaxation. My intention is to complete my book which is with the publishers in final editing. I am looking forward to a long life of love, health, and happiness!
I am an open-minded, non-judgmental therapist who focuses on how the brain connects with the body and how our behavior and mood reacts. My style of therapy varies based on your individual needs. During your first session, you will get to know me as well as me getting to know you. I would like you to feel safe, comfortable and relaxed, knowing that I am here for you. My goals and outcomes for you are based on a treatment plan which you and I create. I want you to learn, get better, and grow at your own pace and what feels right for you.
License
License(s)
Education
California State University Long Beach
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$135 - $220Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Out of Network
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Binge Eating
- Body Image
- Bullying
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Fertility, Pregnancy & Postpartum
- Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs)
- Pet Loss
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Injury
- Spirituality
- Sports Performance
- Stress/Stress Management
- Traumatic Brain Injury
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Kids & Tweens (5-12)
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media