Heather Mazey
Counseling Intern
Holding a safe space for those who are experiencing suffering and pain, Heather will serve as a guide and will walk with you on the path of healing. Heather has over 15 years of experience as a substance abuse and co-occurring counselor which has afforded her the ability to balance a compassionate and direct approach to healing. Building upon the strength and courage it takes to seek help, Heather works with her clients in a collaborative manner by utilizing an eclectic approach stemming from multiple therapeutic orientations.
Let’s remove the pain behind your smile.
“Sometimes it is the strongest and most resilient people who need the most help. The smile that we have hidden behind, the wall we have constructed, the anger that has pushed people away often allows us to survive but somewhere along the way, it has become a dark and lonely place. By beginning the process of healing, we have the power to transition from a survivor to a thriver.”
Areas of Focus
Childhood Trauma and Neglect
Sexual Abuse
Grief and Loss
Self-Esteem Issues
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Complex PTSD
Depression
First Responders
Addiction/Substance Abuse
LGBTQIA+ Related Issues
Anxiety
Military
Education/Professional Development
EDUCATION
BS in Counseling and Human Services with a Minor in Family Studies from East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN (2016)
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University, Minneapolis, MN (Expected Graduation 2024)
CERTIFICATIONS
Virginia Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Tennessee Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor II
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/CONTINUING EDUCATION
Three Valley Wellness providers strive to be up-to-date on the latest information regarding the variety of therapies within our practice. For a full list of your preferred provider’s recent trainings, contact us and we’d be happy to share our up to date list of recent trainings and certifications.
American Counseling Association (ACA)
International Association for Resilience and Trauma Counseling (IARTC)
International Society for the study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association (EMDRIA)
Awards & Recognitions
East Tennessee State University Department of Human Services Outstanding Student Faculty Award
Recipient of the Catherine S. Scarlett Award: Counselor of the Year East Tennessee Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (ETAADAC)
Recipient of the Outstanding Professional Award at Mount Regis Center
Begin Your Transformative Journey
Take the first step towards healing and transformation by scheduling a consultation with our team. Our integrated approach utilizing EMDR and Ego State Therapy can guide you towards profound change and growth.