Hello, I am Heather Kniss (she/her), a licensed social worker (LSW). I counsel people aged nine and older.
I earned my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in social work from Millersville University in Pennsylvania. I have worked in school, outpatient, and in-home/community settings. I am experienced working with families, at-risk children, and teens, as well as adults – all with different diagnoses, life experiences, and treatment needs.
I am passionate about working with children, teens, and young adults (through the age of 30). My goal is to create an environment that allows you to feel safe, heard, valued, and respected. I can work with you on issues you are experiencing, including those related to anxiety, anger management, autism, behavioral issues, body image, depression, ADHD, eating disorders/disordered eating, family conflict, ODD, self-harm & suicidal ideation, trauma & PTSD, relationship issues, boundary setting, phase-of-life challenges, as well as struggles in building self-esteem.
On the clinical side, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing to help you achieve your current and long-term goals. You are an individual, and I will tailor therapy to ensure that our time working together feels effective and personal to your needs. My main hope is that I can support and empower you through this journey. My training also includes aspects of Emotionally Focused Relationship Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Person-Centered therapy, and Strength-Based therapy.
Outside work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, cuddling with my two cats, going on walks, and catching up on my favorite TV shows. I also love traveling and have visited several countries outside the US. I am always looking to find new places to explore!
PA License #SW137913
Heather Kniss offers in-person sessions at the Lancaster therapy office and online therapy sessions to anyone in Pennsylvania.
Whether you are suffering from panic attacks, obsessive – compulsive disorder, or generalized anxiety we have therapists who use evidenced-based treatments, such as cognitive-bahavioral therapy, to help you.
Many individuals feel like they are at war with their bodies. Whether it’s feeling shame, guilt, or giving ourselves critical comments about our bodies, we can be our own worst enemy. Our therapists can help you feel at peace with your body and learn to be kind to yourself.
Caregiving for a loved one can be challenging even in the best of circumstances. Often we don’t think about how the caregiver needs support, too. If you are experiencing burnout, our therapists can teach you skills to help you cope.
Depression, one of the most common mental health disorders, is very treatable. Our therapists are specially trained to help individuals with depression get back to feeling like themselves again.
Life transitions encompass many things, including starting or ending a romantic relationship, changes with work or school or making any big life change, such as a move. Often we underestimate how these changes will affect us emotionally until we find ourselves struggling with the ups and downs of the life transition.
While we don’t provide couples counseling at Move Forward, many individuals seek counseling to discuss how they can have healthier relationships. Our therapists can help you learn new ways of communicating, setting boundaries, and other ways to have more positive relationships with others.
The period of adolescence can be exciting, but also challenging for many teens. Difficulties with friends, school, anxiety, depression, cutting, and substance abuse are all common issues for this group. Due to a lack of life experience, teens may not know how to manage these problems which is why therapy can be especially helpful.
Moving into adulthood brings its own set of challenges. You may feel pressure to have a “career” or find your life partner. You may be unsure of making these big life decisions and may feel lost because you no longer have school or other adults in your life telling you what you should choose.
Trauma symptoms and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be debilitating for many who experience it. Recovery from trauma is possible and we have therapists who can help.
Being a kid can be difficult sometimes. It’s a crucial developmental period of growth and change during which children learn about the world and themselves. This can be overwhelming to some children since many are still learning all the tools and skills to help them cope with their emotions and life’s stressors. This is where therapy can provide support.
Reach out today to get started. Our supportive staff will help guide you through the scheduling process, discuss special requests and consult your insurance needs.
Therapy is available online across Pennsylvania, with in-person therapy options at the Lancaster, Lancaster Downtown, Lebanon, Pittsburgh, State College, Hershey, Lehigh Valley and York locations.
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