Kirstie Holbrook
HI! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and am daily excited to work with my clients. It truly is the best position I can dream of! I can help you see the path in front of you. I specialize in helping my clients feel wanted without judgement. Together we can work on finding your goals achievable even when you think it is impossible. Let us embark on a journey that will leave you feeling content and satisfied.
I strive to meet the clients where they are and do not force my own thoughts on anybody.
You are not alone and your emotions are valid. My goal is to help you navigate through the struggles or just to be a listening ear. Let us work together to help you anchor your life with hope and strength. I encourage you to reach out to see if we are the best fit.
First session
During the first session, we will work through the nervous feelings together. We will get to know one another in a space that feels welcoming. I will give you a chance to explain your story with as many details that you are comfortable with giving. If you are having a difficult time speaking about yourself, I will ask questions to help you open up. Don't worry, this will not feel like I am prying or grilling you. Most often when my clients are nervous about talking about their difficulties, they say that within a few minutes, their nervousness goes away with my easy approach to counseling.
Strengths
I love being a counselor! Every day I am in awe that I get to work with my clients and am excited that I get to walk their journey with them. Together, We will see that light in your eyes that we are working through the intrusive thoughts and coming closer to your goals. I understand that therapy is not a "one size fits all" and that every person has a unique road ahead of them. I strive to meet the clients where they are and do not force my own thoughts on anybody. I come with a positive attitude that ALL people can work through their difficulties.
Ideal clients
A tree on a windy day can be used to describe all the thoughts and feelings swirling around in your mind. A hallowed out cave is used when thinking about the emptiness you feel when you think of describing yourself. When you just want to find your identity because you have lost yourself in the midst of going through life. Your past is preventing you from moving forward and you need help navigating the trials you have to go through to get to your future. You want to feel like you belong in your own skin...I am glad we found each other! My ideal client is willing to put in the work even if it is a painful process. It will be worth the struggle after you see the strength you have gained and the quality of life that you have developed.
Origin story
I was drawn to becoming a therapist because of the very real, very human experiences I’ve lived through—my own mental health journey, and the struggles and healing I’ve witnessed in the people I love. I grew up seeing how anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational pain shape a person’s world, not in abstract terms but in the day‑to‑day moments: the quiet unraveling, the rebuilding, the courage it takes to ask for help, and the relief of finally feeling understood. My friends, family, and I have all had seasons where we needed someone to sit with us in the mess, help us make sense of what felt overwhelming, and remind us that change is possible. Those experiences didn’t just teach me empathy—they made me want to be that steady, safe person for others. Becoming a therapist felt less like choosing a career and more like stepping into a role I’d been growing toward for years, shaped by the stories, struggles, and resilience that have surrounded me and lived within me.
Ongoing work together
Future sessions will be a space where you feel genuinely heard and supported. I’ll listen closely to what you’re experiencing, not just the surface details but the emotions, patterns, and challenges underneath. When something needs to be named or explored more directly, I’ll offer clear, honest feedback in a way that feels grounding rather than overwhelming. We’ll work together to identify the goals that matter most to you and create a path toward them that feels doable and meaningful. As you make progress—big steps, small steps, and everything in between—we’ll pause to celebrate those moments and acknowledge the effort it took to get there. Therapy won’t be about me leading and you following; it will be a shared journey, walking side by side through the hard parts, the breakthroughs, and the growth that comes along the way.
Treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use CBT to explore your thoughts. In your first session, we'll talk about what brought you to therapy and then decide the best ways to help you make progress. We'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. During your sessions, I will help you learn to gain your sense of control in life. DBT helps clients experiencing self-harm, bipolar disorder, and depression by strengthening mindfulness to recognize shifting emotions, using distress tolerance skills to safely manage intense urges or crises, and applying emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness strategies to stabilize mood, reduce impulsivity, and increase engagement in behaviors that support long-term wellbeing.
EMDR
EMDR is my favorite method of therapy!. This way of therapy has proven to be successful for past and present trauma. Additionally, I have seen great success for any stressful situation using EMDR. The client is in complete control turning the maladaptive thoughts into adaptative thoughts. I really enjoy using this method.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to explore your thoughts. In your first session, we'll talk about what brought you to therapy and then decide the best ways to help you make progress. We'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. During your sessions, I will help you learn to gain your sense of control in life.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions603 Strada Cir, Mansfield, TX 76063, 104