Holly Fak
Hello, my name is Holly. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience dedicated to empowering clients be the best version of themselves. My counseling style is warm, interactive, and collaborative using a strengths-based, client centered approach. My clinical experience includes working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I have extensive training in crisis counseling in the Emergency Department and inpatient psychiatric units. I have worked in domestic violence and provided community-based therapy to children and families. I enjoy working with new mothers, caregivers, and those working through grief and loss.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
It is important for me to acknowledge that making an appointment with a new therapist and showing up is a big step. Trying new things can be scary and it is my goal to create a calm and supportive space. You can expect to be heard and given the opportunity to express your goals and hopes for the future.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My biggest strength is the ability to listen to my clients with compassion. While I might have had a similar experience, or not at all, how we interpret situations is different and unique to everyone. I am experienced in post-partum depression, trauma, abuse, domestic violence, crisis management, grief, anger management , self-esteem, mood disorders , anxiety and panic , Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) , self-harm, compassion fatigue, workplace issues
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I enjoy supporting people who are ready to make positive changes and reduce overall stress.
Location
VirtualMy treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a successful treatment approach that explores how our thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. It focuses on changing negative thoughts to help improve our emotions and behaviors, resulting in reduces stress, anxiety and depression.
4 ratings with written reviews
November 23, 2025
I feel so lucky to have found Holly on my first try after my move to Chicago. She's warm, helps me fact-check, and find solutions. Would recommend to anyone.
Verified client, age 25-34
May 14, 2025
Holly is a good listener. She helps me find the positive in life. I’ve changed a lot since seeing Holly.
Verified client, age 55-64
April 29, 2025
Holly has really been helping me with my issues. She is very encouraging, empowering, professional, easy to talk to and I could go on. She is a perfect fit for me!