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Holly Little Van Straaten

Therapist(she/her)
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who works with individuals and people in relationships navigating complex experiences. Much of my work involves supporting clients experiencing profound emotional pain, grief, trauma, anxiety, shame, anger, and relationship distress. Additional areas of focus include parenting, adoption, identity, and life transitions. I welcome people from all backgrounds including non-traditional families and relationships, such as members of the adoption triad, multiracial families, blended families, ethically non-monogamous relationships, and LGBTQA+ communities.

My approach to therapy

My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I aim to create a space where emotions can be explored safely, patterns become clearer, and change feels possible.

What you can expect from me

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially if you've had to start over before. Our first session is a chance to decide whether working together feels right.

When we meet, we'll explore what brings you to therapy, the challenges you're facing, and what you're hoping will be different. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, understood, and with greater clarity.

About me

  • I identify as
    Woman
  • My style is
    Participatory, Warm, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at University of Louisville
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Women's issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Experiential, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Behavior Management, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English