Heitt Clinical & Corporate Consulting

Dr. Michael Heitt is a seasoned clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience assisting individuals, seniors, and older adolescents in enhancing their relationships with family, friends, and coworkers, improving their physical and emotional health, and advancing their professional careers. Dr. Heitt has a particular interest and expertise in working with disruptive professionals such as physicians, lawyers, psychologists, nurses, executives, and other professionals who are dealing with personal and work-related challenges. He frequently consults with small and mid-size companies, hospitals, practices, attorneys, professional associations, and professional licensing boards on various professional behavior and organizational issues.

Dr. Heitt has served on the faculty of Johns Hopkins University and Loyola University Maryland. He is currently and has been a member of the Ethics Committee for the Maryland Psychological Association (MPA) for multiple terms, serving as the Chair for two years and co-chairing for two years. He has also chaired MPA's Colleague Assistance Committee. Dr. Heitt earned his Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago and has worked in various settings, including employee assistance programs, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient mental health centers, emergency departments, courts, and not-for-profit organizations. He is a licensed psychologist in the State of Maryland.

My Approach to Therapy

At the heart of Dr. Heitt's therapeutic approach is the belief that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and change. He creates a safe and non-judgmental space that allows individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, empowering them to understand and conquer their difficulties. Dr. Heitt utilizes evidence-based therapeutic modalities tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals, ensuring that clients receive the most effective and compassionate care possible.

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy is a collaborative process between the therapist and the client, aimed at addressing personal issues and concerns. Through individual psychotherapy, Dr. Heitt can help you improve your relationships with others in your life, stabilize your moods, and cope with anxieties and worries. He can assist you in identifying and changing unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior, addressing past traumas, and developing new skills and strategies to manage life's challenges.

Couples Therapy

Couples therapy is a specialized form of therapy designed to support and strengthen romantic relationships. If you and your partner are struggling to communicate with each other, having problems with romance and intimacy, or even dealing with an affair, by engaging in couples therapy, Dr. Heitt can help the two of you refocus yourselves back onto improving your relationship. He can assist you in identifying and addressing the underlying issues that contribute to your relationship struggles, improving communication, rebuilding trust, and fostering a deeper connection.

Specialty Services

Dr. Heitt offers a range of specialty services tailored to the unique needs of disruptive professionals, healthcare professionals, and organizations. These services include tutorials, pre-employment evaluations, anger issues management, condition of employment referrals, and organizational consulting. Dr. Heitt's expertise in these areas allows him to provide targeted interventions that address the specific challenges faced by these individuals and groups, promoting personal and professional growth and success.

Where to Begin

If you are interested and ready to learn more about yourself, your relationships, and how to feel and function better, please contact Dr. Heitt to schedule an initial consultation appointment. Together, you can explore the various therapeutic options available and determine the best course of action for your unique needs and goals.