The Collaborative - Holistic, Experiential Psychotherapy 4 Washington Square Village, Manhattan, New York 10012

"Heather is a qualified and genuinely caring mental health professional. Having been a trauma therapist for over 35 years, I heartily recommend her heart centered work with clients based on her deep understanding of trauma treatment modalities. She possesses a rare blend of heart and skill. I have interacted professionally with some of her team and they are all dedicated and sensitive therapists as well."

"I have had the pleasure and opportunity to consult and work alongside Heather and The Collaborative. Heather is a true master on working with complex trauma and supporting folks that other therapists will typically shy away from. She is committed to learning the latest advancements in the trauma field and therefore brings depth and expertise to clients. She has been a key factor in my growth and learning as a trauma therapist and I can't recommend her or The Collaborative enough."

"Heather has been effective in leading me through awareness, growth, and breakthroughs where others have not been able to assist me. Helping me face hard truths that at first I did not understand or want to see in myself. She was also generously willing and able to help me find another therapist who was a better fit for certain parts of my work. If you want someone who just agrees with you and mimics your feelings, I’m sure you can find a better fit elsewhere. If you really want to welcome change and evolve into a better version of yourself, start here."

"WARNING: If you want to be heard and emotionally met, this is not the place - or at least Heather Lortie is not the therapist to prioritize that. I went into therapy with Heather hopeful by her diplomatic demeanor, and regret staying for 2 months - Heather talks for about 70-75% of the time, projecting her viewpoint of my situation without hearing me out. I've never felt like I need to fight for air time with a therapist, so this was certainly mind blowing. I stayed on for as long being lured by Heather's experience - something she points out again and again. However, after some more sessions and looking into her background, I understood she is an elementary school student - turned therapist after doing a lot of her own healing work. If you're looking for a truly experienced relational trauma-informed therapist, this is not the place that can hold that."

"The Collaborative is a very special place; it's approach is unparalleled for a group therapeutic practice. Heather Lortie and her compassionate and dedicated team are at the cutting edge of experiential and trauma-informed psychotherapy. Each member of her team is unique in their area of specialty and approach but all of them have a commitment to personal development as well as professional expansion and development. This is a warm space that any client seeking relief, guidance, and/or understanding will feel safe in. I highly recommend The Collaborative and always feel confident making referrals to any member of the team!"