Kristen Heller

ACADC, LMSW, MSCJ, Associate Director of Behavioral Health

Locations

Caldwell Dearborn – Behavioral Health

Services

Behavioral Health

Education

M.S. Criminal Justice, focus in Forensic Psychology – University of Cincinnati

M.S.W. – Walden University

B.A. Psychology and Substance Use Counseling – University of Connecticut

Clinical Interests

Ready to break free from what’s holding you back and step into the life you deserve? As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Advanced Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ACADC), Certified Sex Therapy-Informed Professional (C-STIP), and EMDR Clinician, I’m here to help you uncover your inner strength and create lasting change.

I specialize in intimacy, addiction treatment, and trauma recovery, helping adults navigate complex challenges like trauma processing, anxiety and depression, personality disorders, and relationship or intimacy struggles. With experience in inpatient, residential, outpatient, detox, and secured prison settings, I’ve seen firsthand how people can transform when given the right tools and support.

I use an integrative approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Narrative Therapy, and EMDR, all tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, empowering space where you can be your true self, free of judgment, to work at your own pace while reclaiming control over your body, relationships, and overall well-being.

Whether through one-on-one sessions or group work, I’ll help you uncover your inner resilience, tackle past wounds, and unlock the potential for healing. The road to change isn’t always easy, but with the right tools and support, you can turn life’s challenges into opportunities for growth.

If you're ready to take that first step, I’m here to walk beside you on your journey to lasting transformation. Let's make it happen!

About Me

I enjoy exploring this world and all it has to offer. Hiking a mountain is my safe place, and I feel on top of the world (literally!) when I reach the top! I also enjoy dancing, kickboxing, and painting.