Holly Schroder
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and imposter syndrome, as well as those healing from trauma or struggling with relationship challenges. I also provide support for clients managing OCD and stress related to life transitions, parenting, and burnout.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and imposter syndrome, as well as those healing from trauma or struggling with relationship challenges.
My approach is a combination of DBT and CBT.
First session
You’ll do well with me if you want a direct, collaborative approach grounded in evidence — not just a space to vent. If you’re looking for someone to simply validate everything, or you need intensive/crisis-level support, another provider may be a better fit.
Strengths
Sessions with me feel like going for coffee with someone and talking about what is on your mind. Sometimes you need support, sometimes you need to cry, sometimes we laugh and sometimes I will challenge you to do things that you may not have thought were even possible for you.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is an adult who feels stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break — self-sabotage, overthinking, avoidance, or emotions that feel bigger than the situation calls for. Maybe you’ve read the books, followed the accounts, or even put a label on what you’re going through, but understanding it hasn’t changed it. Mindset: You’re self-aware, curious about yourself, and ready to be honest — even when it’s uncomfortable. You’re tired of “just think positive” advice and want a therapist who will be direct with you, ask real questions, and help you see what you might be missing. Goals: You want more than a place to vent. You want to understand why you do what you do, build practical skills that hold up in real life, and feel more in control of your reactions, relationships, and choices.
Origin story
As a teenager I was seeing a therapist for a while on and off and she had mentioned that my ability to see both sides of a story is a tool that would be helpful in my future if I ever thought about being a therapist. After seeing how much she had helped me navigate a lot of difficult days I decided I wanted to be that support for others.
Ongoing work together
Our first few sessions are about getting a clear picture of what’s going on — not just the surface problem, but the patterns underneath it. Together we’ll name what you want to change and what “better” would actually look like in your day-to-day life. From there, sessions are active and collaborative. I’ll ask real questions, point out patterns when I notice them, and help you connect the dots between what you think, feel, and do. You’ll leave with practical tools and things to try between sessions, so the work doesn’t stop when our time ends. I draw on evidence-based approaches like CBT,ABT ACT, tailored to you rather than a one-size-fits-all script. We’ll check in on progress regularly and adjust as needed. My goal isn’t to keep you in therapy forever — it’s to help you build the insight and skills to handle things on your own.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help you identify the thoughts and beliefs behind patterns like self-sabotage, anxiety, and avoidance, then test and change them. Sessions focus on real situations from your life, with practical between-session exercises so you build skills you can use on your own.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- New YorkLicense 088369