Luella Heetderks is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) who specializes in supporting adults on their journey towards emotional well-being and self-discovery. Her practice focuses on aiding clients in navigating the distress that accompanies life's challenges, reflecting her strong belief in the fundamental need for safety and validation. Luella's extensive experience reveals that many individuals facing emotional and mental health difficulties have encountered various forms of childhood or adult abuse, trauma, neglect, invalidation, or chaos. She skillfully assists those struggling with both emotional/mental health issues and co-occurring substance use disorders. By employing an eclectic mix of therapeutic approaches including Somatic therapy, Positive Psychology, and EMDR, Luella empowers her clients to overcome adversity and embrace meaningful lives even amid chronic health conditions or substance abuse. Her person-centered methodology nurtures client growth, paving the way for her clients to be their best selves at every phase of their treatment.