Holly Powell

Compassionate, practical therapy for life transitions

LCSW Florida

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Holly

Holly Powell is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Florida who supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, relationship and intimacy concerns, and various addictions.

Background and approach

She combines practical therapeutic tools with a respectful, compassionate stance to help clients navigate life changes, manage emotions such as anger and shame, and address patterns like codependency and attachment-related difficulties. Drawing on eight years of clinical practice, Holly adapts conversations and treatment strategies to each person's circumstances rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Her approach blends client-centered listening with structured methods aimed at building coping skills, improving communication, and restoring a sense of agency after trauma, caregiver strain, or major life transitions. Holly emphasizes collaboration and empowerment so people can pursue clearer goals and greater wellbeing.

She offers services from Florida and works in English. Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Prospective clients select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Combining practical therapies with flexible online care

Holly often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with more balanced thinking, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. She also brings client-centered therapy into sessions by prioritizing empathic listening and tailoring treatment to each person's values and goals. When needed, elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy are incorporated to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that support relationships and crisis management.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work; Holly approaches treatment collaboratively, discussing options and adjusting methods based on a client's needs, goals, and preferences. This flexibility allows clients to try skills-based strategies while also receiving the supportive, person-focused care that fits them best.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase accessibility and accommodate busy schedules. These formats make it possible to continue treatment through life transitions, balance caregiving or work commitments, and maintain regular contact for skill practice and support.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Holly commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, bipolar disorder, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, and related concerns such as codependency and caregiver stress.

What is Holly's therapeutic style and approach?

Her style is collaborative and respectful, combining client-centered listening with structured techniques drawn from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to build practical coping skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Holly has eight years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns using evidence-informed approaches.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She holds the credential LCSW with licence FL LCSW SW21310 and practices from Florida.

Which languages are available and can she work internationally?

Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on availability and preference.

How are sessions paid for and what's the cost structure?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGrief Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English