Heather Buddie
Supervised By
Kirsten Smith, LCSW #22054 exp. 2/28/28
Email
heather_b@onelifecounselingservices.com
Phone
(650) 250-3727
Taking New Clients?
No
Telehealth/In-Person?
Both
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
AMFT #162172 exp. 3/31/27, APCC #22013 exp. 2/28/27
Hello! I'm glad you found your way here. I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). My training includes EMDR, CBT, DBT, and ACT, and my approach is trauma-informed, meaning I prioritize creating an environment where you feel safe and at ease.
My path to counseling is a little unconventional. Before becoming a therapist, I spent twenty years as an elementary school teacher, working closely with school psychologists, counselors, and families to support children's behavioral, social, emotional, and academic growth. It’s very meaningful seeing the right support change a child’s trajectory, and that feeling is what drew me to this field.
With experience in community mental health, I have had the privilege of working with adolescents and adults navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, life transitions, career challenges, and relationship issues. I believe therapy is deeply personal, so we’ll take time to build rapport. I want to know your story, your strengths, and your needs before reaching for any particular approach. My style is warm and collaborative, and I will stay curious about your identity, background, and values as we work together toward your goals.
A little about me outside the therapy room: I played professional soccer in Tokyo, Japan, which taught me more than I expected about resilience, teamwork, and showing up even when things feel hard. These are values I carry into every session. I also love exploring new places, catching live music with friends and family, and spending time with my cat, Rizzo. My two adult kids are out of the house, navigating their twenties with all the beautiful messiness that comes with it.
I'd love to connect and see if we might be a good fit..