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Heather Kangur, LCSW

Compassionate LCSW for trauma and life transitions
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Parenting and family

About Heather Kangur

Heather Kangur is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 18 years of clinical experience who supports adults and children facing a range of life challenges. Her work began with adults and children with intellectual and physical disabilities, a foundation that shaped a career-long commitment to helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, parenting difficulties, depression, and major life transitions. Over the years she has worked with individuals coping with relationship and family problems, grief and loss, domestic violence, discrimination, autism, traumatic brain injury, and experiences of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse.

Heather brings extensive experience in individual therapy, group work, behavioral case management, and facilitation, and she has worked with people of diverse ages, creeds, races, and cultural backgrounds. Her clinical toolbox includes client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), existential therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic methods, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused interventions. She draws from these approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs and goals.

Heather emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as central to meaningful change and offers multiple ways to connect, including video sessions, phone appointments, live chat, and in-app messaging. She checks messages daily and maintains evening and weekend availability to accommodate different schedules. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Heather blends practical skills with compassion to help clients navigate challenges and move toward greater well-being. She often reminds clients of Eleanor Roosevelt’s line, "With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts," as a source of hope for the work ahead.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsHoardingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Heather Kangur have?

Heather Kangur has 18 years of experience.

Is Heather Kangur a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and her license is listed as NY LCSW 090719.

In which languages does Heather Kangur provide therapy?

Heather Kangur provides therapy in English.

Where is Heather Kangur located?

Heather Kangur is located in New York.

How can I work with Heather Kangur as my therapist?

You can work with Heather Kangur through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Heather Kangur work with international clients?

Heather Kangur does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Heather Kangur cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people question whether remote therapy can offer meaningful support. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or major life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for many individuals. Licensed professionals use evidence-based methods to address these issues in virtual formats while helping clients build practical skills and insight.

One of the main advantages of online therapy is flexibility. People can choose the communication method that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to access care from different locations. This flexibility also supports continuity of care when life circumstances change.

Therapists who provide remote services are licensed professionals, and clients may switch to a different therapist at any time if they feel another fit would be better. For many, online therapy offers a practical, effective way to engage in therapeutic work without sacrificing the quality of care.

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