Heathrow, FL Local Support & Community Resources

Parinaz Fard-aghaie is a registered mental health counselor intern with a Master’s degree and is certified as a National Certified Counselor. Her passion lies in providing multicultural, holistic care within a safe and judgment-free environment, where clients can express themselves freely. With a philosophy that a collaborative approach to healing is vital, she sees herself as a fellow traveler alongside her clients on their journey to healing. Parinaz firmly believes that, 'no person is immune to the tragedies of life; we are all in this together.' She is dedicated to working with individuals who seek answers and aims to collaboratively support them in reaching their goals. Recognizing that all human beings carry the solutions within themselves, she finds it an honor to empower, advocate, and support others to live their lives to the fullest. Parinaz is trained in Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Her experience includes working with clients facing challenges such as substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, and other life difficulties. Being multilingual and speaking German and Farsi, Parinaz is eager to connect with clients from all backgrounds and ages, fostering a nurturing and inclusive therapeutic environment.

Jacqueline Heiny, LMHC, is dedicated to helping couples communicate more effectively. She understands the frustration of feeling unheard, especially when needs go ignored within a relationship. Jacqueline aims to ease the anger and volume that can arise in such situations, particularly for those experiencing abuse and seeking peace through the establishment of healthy boundaries. She believes that everyone deserves to feel serenity at home, experience financial cooperation, and manage household responsibilities together. With a focus on healing from infidelity and past traumas, Jacqueline employs EMDR therapy, which is known for delivering rapid and significant results in reducing stress and anxiety. Specializing in couples therapy, she utilizes Gottman techniques to address issues like criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling, while also incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients gain new perspectives for improved communication. With a passion for aiding those in pain, Jacqueline is committed to empowering individuals to set boundaries, embrace self-love, and recognize their inherent worth. Her own challenging childhood has instilled a deep empathy within her, driving her mission to help others achieve peace with their pasts and cultivate self-compassion for a fulfilling life.