About Holly
Holly Paine is an LCPC practicing in Kansas who blends practical tools with a person-centered attitude. Holly emphasizes a come-as-you-are approach and focuses on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk about stress, anxiety, grief, depression, ADHD, and related concerns including panic disorder and panic attacks.
Holly uses a mix of methods with a strong leaning toward cognitive behavioral therapy, adapting techniques to match each person's needs and style. Sessions often involve noticing thoughts, trying new responses, and building simple skills to reduce overwhelming feelings.
Holly values unconditional positive regard and works to meet people where they are. The goal is steady, self-directed growth at a comfortable pace instead of forcing rapid change. People are invited to be themselves and to bring whatever feels most important to talk about.
With six years of professional experience, Holly has supported people through relationship and sexuality topics such as polyamory and kink, gender dysphoria concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and end-of-life issues. Practical problem solving and clear communication strategies are common parts of sessions.
Holly aims to empower clients toward a more manageable daily life. The focus is on small, achievable steps that reduce anxiety and improve coping. The approach combines skills training with space to process difficult feelings so people can move forward at their own pace.
Therapeutic approaches that translate online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on clarifying values and taking small committed steps toward them while learning to notice difficult thoughts without getting stuck. It can help with anxiety, panic, and persistent worry by shifting attention toward meaningful actions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to identify unhelpful thought patterns and change responses to them. This approach is useful for panic symptoms, social anxiety, and mood concerns through skill practice and behavior experiments.
Good therapy is a collaborative process. Holly will help figure out which approach or combination fits best based on a person's goals and preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made so methods can be adjusted together.
Confirm the current online session options before booking since formats were not specified in the profile. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand. It also lets people use homework tools and skill practice between meetings to reinforce progress.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Holly commonly help with?
Holly works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, ADHD, and related concerns such as panic disorder and panic attacks, social anxiety, and sexuality matters.
What is Holly's therapeutic style?
The approach is eclectic with a strong cognitive behavioral therapy leaning and a client-centered stance that emphasizes acceptance and collaboration.
What experience does Holly bring to sessions?
Holly has six years of professional experience working with a range of concerns, including mood disorders, communication problems, caregiver stress, and issues around gender and sexuality.
What credential does Holly hold and where are they based?
Holly holds an LCPC license and practices in Kansas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the provided profile.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Holly?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.