Heather is an Intern studying at Liberty University in pursuit of her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke and has an extensive background in medical billing and insurance as a Certified Professional Coder, CPC and Certified Professional Biller, CPB. Prior to graduate school, Heather held the role of Practice Administrator for a multispecialty medical group where she discovered that her passion was helping others. After graduation, Heather plans to practice as a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate, LCMHCA to serve the mental health needs of Pamlico, New Bern, and surrounding areas.

Mental health is a vital component to overall well-being, and if neglected, it can have negative physical implications. Prior to embarking on my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, I had the pleasure of serving in healthcare administration as a practice manager. Providing compassionate care to our patients and team members over the years taught me the power of presence when navigating difficult situations of a personal and professional nature. Working with a large team, I learned the importance of cultural competence when meeting the needs of diverse populations.