Holly Gardenier

LPC
Therapist Holly Gardenier Photo

About Me

Kids come in all shapes and sizes, and can be quite mystifying at times. I appreciate the language of youth and strive to help bridge the gaps between the generations through a disciplined and compassionate approach that focuses on increasing effective communication and empathy. Mindfulness is primary in my working with teens as a focal point for centering on the here-and-now to create bridges with others rather than walls. Being a teen means negotiating that life space between being a child and an adult--between feeling small and powerless to feeling awake and responsible. It can be a carefree time or one burdened by the weight of true independence. Teens are particularly sensitive to feelings of isolation and judgment, as it is the time for cementing individuality and values. My therapeutic interest is in helping youth identify and clarify those values they will use moving forward into their adult lives. My training and experience is in working with youth to recover from chemical use and other behavioral issues(for istance, eating disorders, or "cutting") that hinder their development.
I look forward to working with your youth.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Aging and Geriatric Issues , Attachment Issues , Codependency , Dissociation , Domestic Violence , Drug and Alcohol Addiction , Eating and Food-Related Issues , Emptiness , Family of Origin Issues , Guilt and Shame , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 28

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LPC #4187-125 (Expires: 2023-02-28)

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Holly Gardenier. We don’t pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written by A.L. on May 12, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Holly is an excellent therapist. She listens and offers great reflections. I have appreciated all the little nuggets I have taken away from our time together--in just two sessions!

Written by E.L. on May 12, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 1 month

Holly is a great individual! She’s thoughtful and kind! And of course, great at what she does!

Written by D.E. on Apr 21, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and anger management

I am comfortable with Ms. Gardenier

Written by S.A. on Apr 21, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

A baby boomers ideal therapist with up to date training meeting my needs as a PTSD
client.