Our Mission

Heather Harten, LCSW-R, CASAC-G

Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Substance Use Disorder Specialist | Program Coordinator

With almost 30 years of clinical experience, I have a deep commitment to supporting individuals in their recovery journey. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University, and am licensed in New York State as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a CASAC with a specialty gambling designation. I specialize in trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I began working at an Inpatient SUD rehab in Nassau County in 2007, just as it opened, and have gone from working on the front lines to creating the evidence-based curriculum for the program. As the coordinator, I lead a dedicated team of clinicians, creating a client centered approach to treatment that includes individual therapy, group sessions, family support, medication assisted treatment and relapse management. I work with individuals and groups to help them achieve lasting sobriety, rebuild their lives, and address the underlying emotional and psychological factors that contribute to substance use. I am deeply passionate about helping clients identify their strengths, build coping strategies, and achieve long-term recovery and wellness. I work closely with the clients family members, as it is crucial for loved ones to understand addiction, as this knowledge helps reduce stigma and creates a more compassionate support system. Prior to inpatient treatment, I worked at an outpatient SUD program in Brooklyn with groups and individuals, focusing on those with opiate use disorder as well as running treatment and prevention groups in NYC schools with 3rd and 4th graders that self identified as having a parent with a substance use disorder. I am also dedicated to advocating for accessible and effective addiction treatment and work tirelessly to reduce the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and promote a compassionate approach to addiction recovery.