the soul behind mindful movement

Heidi Conto, Owner
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Consultant
Certified Somatic Attachment Therapist
Critical Incident Responder
IAEDP Member & Certification chairperson
Eating Disorder Consultant for The Manor in Slinger, WI
Reiki Master

Experience:
Over fifteen years experience providing various levels of care, primarily outpatient therapy.  
Extensive experience as a clinical supervisor.
Presented at State conferences, high schools, universities, dance studios, and NEDA on various topics, some including; body image, eating disorders, athletes & eating disorders, recovery, and coaches training on mental health & eating disorders.

Qualifications:
University of Illinois: Master of Social Work
University of Wisconsin Stout: Vocational Rehabilitation and minor in Community Mental Health

- Brene Brown

“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.”

I came into this work having my own story and struggling to find the path that was right for me. It took time, but eventually I found it. What I learned looking back, though, it wasn’t just one path or one person that brought me to where I am today. It was a collection of paths, persons, and at times my own self-work that brought me through the healing and recovery of my eating disorder. I know I will not be the first or last therapist you decide to share your story with; however, I will honor, respect, and show you empathy in our time working together.

Working with me offers a space to be yourself, identify growth areas, receive tools and support, and more than anything, be seen, heard, and understood. I will compassionately challenge you from the foundation of trust and care I will work to build with you.

Some therapeutic approaches commonly offered include the following modalities:

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

  • Emotional Freedom Technique (Tapping)

  • Somatic Attachment Therapy

  • Internal Family Systems

  • Person-Centered Therapy