Holly Hadley
If a past relationship left you doubting yourself — especially one marked by psychological or emotional abuse — you're not alone, and it's not a sign something's wrong with you. Even if life looks fine on the outside, you may feel confused, depleted, or unsure of your own reality. You don't need it all figured out to start, just a readiness to do the work.
As I progressed in my studies, I realized my true passion was working with people to overcome their challenges rather than teaching--my favorite subject to talk about is the person in front of me!
Together, we'll make sense of what happened, untangle the cycles that kept repeating, and rebuild a grounded sense of self — so you can trust your own voice again. Using a trauma-informed, integrative approach, I help you move from self-doubt to self-trust.
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. I will ask questions to find out what type of approach will support you best, what will encourage and motivate you, to help you overcome your challenges. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. I take a paced approach based on your comfort level with talking about your challenges. I recognize not everyone is immediately ready to open up to a complete stranger!
Strengths
I specialize in trauma therapy, helping clients recover from psychological and emotional abuse, including narcissistic relationship dynamics. I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach—ACT, CBT, SFBT, and certified Brainspotting. My style is warm, intuitive, and direct: I help you see clearly and build real, lasting change. You don't have to filter yourself here—not your thoughts, your story, or the parts you're still making sense of. If you're tired of second-guessing yourself and ready to rebuild something solid, you deserve a space where you can show up fully, without judgment, and start trusting your own voice again.
Ideal clients
I’m especially aligned with clients who are motivated for growth and ready to engage in the process. You don’t have to have it all figured out—but you are willing to be honest, curious, and do the work both in and outside of sessions. That’s where the real shifts happen. If you’re ready to stop second-guessing yourself and start rebuilding something solid—and you’re looking for a therapist who will actively guide that process—I’d be glad to support you. I typically work with clients who are ready to prioritize this work and make it a meaningful part of their lives.
Origin story
Before becoming a therapist, I was a teacher. I saw how core thought patterns and past trauma deeply impacted the learning and functioning of my students. I began taking counseling courses to become a better teacher. As I progressed in my studies, I realized my true passion was working with people to overcome their challenges rather than teaching--my favorite subject to talk about is the person in front of me!
Treatment methods
Trauma-Informed Care
I use a variety of methods to customize treatment based on individual needs and level of comfort. Together we will work to identify what approach works best for you as well as building your comfort in session to address your traumatic experiences. I am currently working towards a certification as a Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC ).
Brainspotting
I am certified in Brainspotting, a trauma release method. This method is also effective for other issues besides trauma, such as depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem.
Eclectic
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and after we get to know each other we will create a plan together. My approach to treatment is customized to you and your specific needs. I draw from several different theoretical orientations to create a holistic approach. These are: Existential - looking for ways to create meaning and purpose in your life, Gestalt - looking at all the pieces that make up your life and working to achieve balance, Solution-Focused - creating ways to reach your "pie in the sky" goals Trauma-Focused - deep healing and resolution methods for past wounds that limit your life.
Location
Virtual sessions