Heather Wiszczur-Johnson, LMSW, CAADC
Member of the LGBTQIA+ community
she/her/hers
Dare to Be Counseling
Areas of care: directory categories
Anxiety and DepressionGender and SexualityNeurodivergent Care NeedsPsychotherapy and GeneralSubstance Use Treatment
Reason for joining the directory
I am lesbian therapist and co-own Dare To Be Counseling with my wife. Our practice specializes in providing affirming counseling services to LGBTQ+ clients.
Specific specialties
Anxiety and DepressionGender and SexualityNeurodivergent Care NeedsPsychotherapy and GeneralSubstance Use Treatment
Inclusive practices
Intake and forms
have a space for pronouns and/or gender identitydo use gender-neutral language
Office environment
has a symbol of inclusivity visible(ie rainbow flag or pink triangle)promotes our inclusive non-discrimination policyhas formal education related to key LGBTQ+ topics
LGBTQIA+ training
I have worked in health education and then social work for 30 years. I have attended and facilitated numerous trainings on HIV/AIDS, sexual health, LGBTQ+ health and issues, and transgender health & Issues. These have included prevention, treatment, mental health, substance abuse and physical health.
Practice and availability
Accepting new patients- last updated Feb 25, 2025