Reaching out takes courage, and I don't take it lightly that you're here. With me, you won't have to edit yourself or wonder if your story is too much. Whatever you're carrying — past experiences, self-doubt, relationship strain, questions about who you are or what you want to do with your life — bring it. The hard stuff, the messy stuff, the things you haven't said out loud yet. No judgment, no agenda, just compassion and genuine curiosity about you and where you want to go. I believe you're the expert of your own life, and my role is to sit alongside you, help you reconnect with your strengths and values, and work together to rewrite the narrative that no longer serves you.
We'll move at your pace, toward the outcome you actually want.
We can meet virtually from wherever you're most comfortable, or if you're in Orange County and you'd rather have fresh air and open sky, I'm more than happy to meet you outside — a walk through the trees, a gentle hike, a stroll along the beach. Sometimes the best conversations happen when you're moving.
Heidi DeRosa (she/her)
Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC) Trainee
Accepting new clients: Telehealth in CA
My path to becoming a therapist wasn't a straight line, and honestly, that's one of my favorite things about it. I spent years in the corporate tech world, leading teams and navigating the fast-paced demands of an industry that rarely slows down. But somewhere in the middle of all that, I kept finding myself most alive in the human moments: the conversations that went deeper than deadlines, the stories and challenges people carried, the quiet resilience I witnessed every day. Those moments didn't just move me; they redirected me.
So, I made the leap into a helping profession.
I bring an integrative approach to my work, weaving together the power of storytelling, your own strengths and solutions, and thoughtful reflection to help you make sense of where you've been and where you want to go. Outside of our sessions, you'll find me with a camera in hand, exploring wild places, painting by number, or simply enjoying time with the people and dog I love. I believe in the richness of a life fully lived, and I'd love to help you find yours.