Hi and Welcome, I am Holly. I knew I wanted to help others, and after exploring various careers, I finally found my calling as a Social Worker/Therapist, and I haven’t looked back since. I believe that every single human being has some healing to do. Improving your self-awareness and your outlook on troubling situations are just two of the ways in which Individual Therapy can dramatically change your life. Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, I’m dedicated to helping you find your way to better mental health. As a therapist, I strive to help people navigate the complexities of life by supporting them as they identify struggles and tackle them head-on. I remain focused on adult individual therapy and work with clients who suffer from grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and racial issues by gaining coping skills, boundaries, and a safe place to talk and process. I also work with relationship and/or job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I am passionate about helping those in helping professions by working with health professionals and first responders who are dealing with secondary trauma. It is important for me to educate and incorporate the benefits of health and lifestyle, and connect the mind, body, and spiritual connection, and their impact on mental health. Working with clients on the mind, body, and spirit connection. My therapies include talk therapy, Solution-Focused brief therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness. We will assess and find the therapy that best meets your needs. I will meet you where you are and work with you to identify goals so you can move toward emotional healing and well-being, so you can Survive, Persevere, and Thrive!
Our first session will be an opportunity to get to know one another . Early sessions will cover the basics of the therapeutic process and expectations. We will discuss your background and what brings you to therapy. Together, we'll identify and set goals that matter to you. My main goal is to begin building a strong therapeutic relationship with you. A trusting connection between therapist and client is one of the most important parts of meaningful progress in therapy. We will spend time getting to know each other, discussing what brings you to therapy, and exploring what you hope to gain from our work together. You can expect the first session to feel more like a conversation than an evaluation. I may ask questions about your current concerns, life experiences, and the areas where you would like support. You are always free to share at your own pace. There is no pressure to disclose anything before you are ready. I prioritize clear, open communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment. It's normal to feel nervous, and I hope to help put you at ease by establishing a healthy therapeutic rapport and safe environment.
I believe this is your journey, and I use my strengths as a motivator and accountability partner, using positive feedback and encouragement. But also knowing when a gentle but firm push may be needed. I always strive to be open and honest with you in this important journey. I prioritize clear, open communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment. I am straightforward and can challenge your thinking, which allows for growth. I practice active listening and provide opportunities to reflect as an empathetic partner. You can expect me to be calm, patient, and encouraging. I am also deeply mindful that each person’s identity, culture, background, and lived experiences shape how they move through the world. Cultural awareness and respect are central to my approach, and I strive to create a space where all aspects of who you are are welcomed and valued.
My ideal client is someone looking to make changes and find a solution to the current stressor. While it can be tough at times, I want you to walk away feeling and seeing the progress you've made. feeling more able to see some movement from where you started. My focus is on individual therapy and working with clients who suffer from grief and loss, trauma, depression, and anxiety, racial and women's issues. I also work with relationship and/or job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I have a passion for helping those in helping professions and working with health professionals and first responders who are dealing with secondary trauma. As a therapist Holly believes sometimes during your growth there can be growing pains. She feels privileged to walk the journey with you supporting you in a safe environment so you can achieve empowerment and gain the skills you need. She applauds anyone for taking this first step.
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been successfully using CBT for the entirety of my career to help clients regain control of how they think and understand the correlation between their thoughts and actions to foster healthy change and positive behaviors and thoughts moving forward
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I have been successfully using SFBT for the entirety of my career to help clients regain control of life situations and come up with manageable solutions so that they can move forward with life with shorter therapy timeframes
Strength-Based
I have been successfully using strength-based approaches for the entirety of my career to help clients learn to tap into their already existing strengths and learn or reestablish how to use them for significant forward progress.
Motivational Interviewing
I have successfully used MI for the entirety of my career for those clients who have an interest and want to incorporate this into sessions and explore ambivalence, affirm strengths, reflect feelings, and guide clients toward self-directed change
Grief Therapy
I have been successfully supporting clients for the entirety of my career who are dealing with grief and supporting them through the journey to help them regain the ability to manage emotions surrounding their loss