Heidi Stark - Bank
she/herLicensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Depression, Grief, Military / Veteran, Sleep / Insomnia, Trauma / PTSD
Self pay costs
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
I, Dr. Heidi Stark Bank, went to graduate school at Alliant International University at California School of Professional Psychology, Health Track. I usually am referred to as Dr. Bank or Dr. Heidi, whichever you prefer. I have worked with a wide range of patients including those with anxiety, depression, PTSD, physical health problems, chronic pain patients and couples relationship difficulties. I try to work with and help them overcome, and cope with the issues and problems they face.
My psychological orientation is cognitive behavioral; I focus on the mind body connection and, if the client is interested, art therapy. I work with the client in creating their growth process; it is like the light bulb joke: How many therapists does it take to change a light bulb? One, but the light bulb has to want to change. Also, humor can help.
When you come to therapy, you should feel safe and comfortable, but even if you hesitate in taking this path to therapy, I would be honored and happy to help you on your journey forward. Remember, even a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
"As a woman who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I understand the hardship and difficulties people experience on the journey of life; how some people find themselves facing more challenges on their path than others and may need assistance in standing up again to full form. I am willing to assist you in gaining the emotional strength to pursue your journey once more."
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I had medical health problems as a child and growing up I want to help others overcome the stresses they face in their lives, understanding that love and support is a crucial factor in pulling through.
What types of clients do you work best with?
I work best with adult clients who come to therapy knowing they want help with a problem they face and realize they may have to put some work in the process of growing forward.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?
That there is no magic pill or phrase to solve problems. That therapy is a process not the end product; that one session isn't the end, its the beginning of a journey toward betterment. That therapy can be a pleasure rather than a dread.
What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?
I am not rigidly formal. I will want to get to know the client in an effort to best help them and ask lots of questions. They can ask me questions too.
What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?
Being sick as a child helped me understand that life was not fair. People can use all the support they can get in building up the strength to deal with with world.
How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?
I listen closely. Then I try to create a plan and small step solutions to begin the process with the client.
- Years in practice
- 21 years
- Graduating institute
- Alliant International University at the California School of Professional Psychology
- Graduating degree
- Ph.D in Psychology, Health Track; Minor in Art
