Dr. Heidi Limbrunner
About Me
I am a board-certified clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families in the Charlotte area. I provide both therapy and comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations. I especially enjoy working with teenagers and young adults and helping families better understand the challenges their child may be experiencing and the strategies and supports that can help them be successful.
My therapy practice focuses primarily on children, adolescents and young adults experiencing difficulties with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, self-harm, perfectionism, body image and eating concerns, and other emotional or behavioral challenges. I have extensive experience in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Family-Based Treatment (FBT). My approach to therapy is warm, directive, and interactive, and I believe in involving parents and families when appropriate.
Learn more about my therapy services through Ballantyne Psych - Therapy
In addition to therapy, I specialize in comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults. I frequently work with families seeking to better understand concerns related to ADHD, executive functioning, learning disorders and dyslexia, academic difficulties, and emotional functioning. My goal is to help families understand not only whether a diagnosis is appropriate, but also how a child or adolescent learns, why they may be struggling, and what strategies and supports may help them be successful at school and at home.
Learn more about ADHD testing, learning evaluations, and other assessment services through Ballantyne Psych - Assessments
I also have extensive experience in the treatment of eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and ARFID. Earlier in my career, I served as Director of the Center for Eating Disorders at Levine Children's Hospital and have presented professionally in the area of eating disorders. I continue to work with adolescents, young adults, and families affected by eating disorders and utilize Family-Based Treatment when appropriate.
Training and Education
Board Certified Clinical Psychologist (ABPP)
Over 20 years of clinical experience
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in North Carolina and South Carolina
PsyPact provider, allowing teletherapy with clients in participating states
Member of the Charlotte Area Independent Schools (CAIS) assessment team
Former Director of the Center for Eating Disorders at Levine Children's Hospital
Professional presenter in the area of eating disorders and adolescent mental health
Areas of Expertise
Therapy for Adolescents and Young Adults
ADHD and Executive Functioning
Psychoeducational and Psychological Evaluations
Learning Disorders and Dyslexia
Anxiety and Depression
Emotional Dysregulation
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Self-Harm Behaviors and Suicidal Ideation
Eating Disorders, including Anorexia, Bulimia, and ARFID
Family-Based Treatment for Eating Disorders
School Admissions Testing (CAIS)