Counseling From a Trusted Catholic Therapist

Dr. Timothy Heck, PhD, LMFT

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You do not have to leave your faith outside the counseling room!

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Individual & Marriage Counseling

Experienced, evidence-based psychotherapy grounded in a Catholic understanding of the human person, relationships, marriage, and faith.

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Serving clients in Colorado, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and South Carolina

For more than three decades, I have had the privilege of helping adults and couples navigate some of life's most difficult seasons.

People come to counseling for many reasons. You may be struggling with anxiety or depression, carrying wounds from the past, experiencing difficulties in your marriage or family, or simply realizing that something in your life needs to change.

For Catholics

For Catholics, there can be another important consideration: Will my therapist understand and respect my faith?

My Approach

My approach brings together sound clinical practice and a Catholic understanding of the dignity of the human person. I believe psychological insight, established therapeutic methods, reason, and Christian faith can work together in the healing process.

COUNSELING WITH A TRUSTED PROFESSIONAL

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

in seven states.

COLORADO

INDIANA

PENNSYLVANIA

TEXAS

VIRGINIA

SOUTH CAROLINA

WISCONSIN

OFFERING TREATMENT FOR

DEPRESSION
ANXIETY
GRIEF
TRAUMA
LIFE TRANSITION
RELATIONSHIPS
MARRIAGE
PREPARING FOR MARRIAGE
SPIRITUAL AND FAITH ISSUES

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DR TIMOTHY HECK, PHD

COUNSELING WITH A TRUSTED PROFESSIONAL

For many Christians, faith is not simply one part of life. It shapes how we understand ourselves, our marriages and families, suffering and forgiveness, right and wrong, and ultimately our relationship with God.

When you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, marriage difficulties, or a major life transition, you shouldn't have to choose between receiving excellent psychological care and having your Christian faith taken seriously.

For more than 34 years, I have worked with adults and couples facing difficult emotional and relational problems. My approach combines extensive clinical experience with evidence-based and established therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and Forgiveness Therapy.

I am Catholic and have graduate education in both psychology and theology. My own Christian journey, however, includes many years within the evangelical Protestant tradition. As a result, I am comfortable working with committed Christians from both Catholic and Protestant traditions.

I will not impose my religious beliefs upon you. Rather, when faith is important to you, we can integrate your Christian beliefs, values, prayer, understanding of Scripture, and relationship with God into the therapeutic process in ways that respect both your faith tradition and your individual needs.

You do not have to leave your faith outside the counseling room.

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IS COUNSELING RIGHT FOR YOU?

Individual counseling for depression and anxiety

DO YOU STRUGGLE WITH:

Depression
Anxiety
Just not enjoying life
Anger outbursts
No motivation
Bitterness
Panic
Unwanted and disturbing thoughts
Compulsive behaviors
Grieving
Hopelessness

HOW IS YOUR MARRIAGE?

Do trivial issues turn into serious arguments?
Does conflict seem to come out of nowhere?
When you argue does it escalate to a place of being out of control?
Are you worried your marriage could be at risk of an affair, a separation, or even divorce?
Do the two of you rarely talk, connect, and come together in intimacy?

EMDR THERAPY

(Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy)

In the late 80s Dr. Francine Shapiro began her research on the combination of eye movements to effect biological stimulation in the brain with Cognitive Therapy in the treatment of trauma. That research has significantly changed the field of trauma recovery and anxiety-related treatment problems.

FORGIVENESS THERAPY

Have you ever considered the resentment and bitterness you hold inside toward that person who hurt you may be carrying an enormous cost to you?

Learn more about this powerful form of treatment below, if you dare.

DR TIM HECK COUNSELING SERVICES

FORGIVENESS THERAPY

We all have people in our lives who have hurt us and for some, those injuries are severe. Take a moment to bring one of those people to mind. Does it bring up anger or some other intense reaction? Could you ever imagine forgiving that person for what he/she did to you? Most of us cannot even imagine the idea of forgiving such a person. For others, you may think you have forgiven the person, but you still have a strong reaction whenever you think of him. In fact, maybe you find yourself replaying the injury over again in your mind in a disturbing and unwanted way.

It could be a parent, a sibling, a former spouse, a business partner, or even a stranger who wounded you in some way. Research over the past forty years demonstrates that we pay an enormous cost for non-forgiveness. It comes in many ways, including your thinking, your emotions, your relationships, and even your physical health. That same research confirms a powerfully healing effect that accompanies a true process of forgiveness. It begin with a proper understanding of what forgiveness is and what forgiveness is not.

If you struggle with enduring pain from being hurt by someone in your life, there are many effective forms of therapy you can consider. But don't under-estimate the cost of non-forgiveness and the healing power of true forgiveness.

Depression, Anxiety & Life Problems

Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life.

Trauma & PTSD

Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. We can help you overcome these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing.

Relationships

Marriage counseling can be beneficial to couples who are looking to strengthen their emotional connection, in all stages of their relationship. Therapy sessions are held with both couples and is a supportive place to discuss issues and solutions to better strengthen your relationship.

TREATMENTS AND APPROACHES

MY APPROACH AND TREATMENT MODELS

I engage my clients with compassionate respect, applying three decades of experience, solid research-based approaches and individualized care to help resolve problems, navigate crises and rediscover hope.

TREATMENTS OFFERED

Internal Family Systems (IFS, Schwartz)
EMDR Therapy
Forgiveness Therapy (Enright)
Gottman Relationship Therapy
Integrative Therapy
Assessments
Premarital
Marital
Crisis
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

MY PRACTICE

My clinical practice over the past 34 years has focused heavily on the study and treatment of Mood Disorders, including Adjustment Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, and Anxiety-Related Disorders. Utilizing Object Relations Theory in conjunction with Internal Family Systems Theory, I draw upon both the intrinsic and interpersonal models in my effort to assist clients in achieving a high level of self-awareness and self-leadership, all the while integrating their faith tradition in the most empowering way possible. I hold passionately to the maxim of Michelangelo - “Still, I am learning.” And I find that it is my clients who teach me the most about life, pain, and healing. Therapy is a collaborative endeavor between the client, God, and me...and each one is vital for the desired outcome."

Counseling From a Trusted Catholic Therapist

Dr. Timothy Heck, PhD, LMFT