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, Abuse
- Grief
- Depression
Aging and Geriatric Issues , Attachment issues , Codependency , Dissociation , Domestic Violence , Drug and Alcohol Addiction , Eating and Food-Related Issues , Emptiness , Family of Origin Issues , Gender Dysphoria , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Services offered
Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video
Licensing
WI LPC 4187-125
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.
Holly is a sensitive & caring provider. Her ideas & suggestions & guidance are very helpful!
Holly is such a good therapist! She has helped me immensely!
I appreciate the positives you bring up to me which really helps my confidence.
Holly is absolutely top-notch in every way.
Holly is very experienced and thoughtful.
She’s amazing
So far so good. Already has given me several practical helpful tools to monitor and process my own emotions while empathizing and validating many of my experiences.
Holly is a great therapist, and I am so lucky I found her on teen counseling. Holly helps clarify my jumbled thoughts and provides helpful tools for managing my depression and anxiety. Don't know what I would do without her.
Talking to Holly is like talking to a comforting friend. She has a lot of various insights and techniques to offer and will absolutely expand your horizons, making you consider points and angles you never did before. Also no judgment from her--your feelings are your feelings. Would definitely recommend.
Straightforward and compassionate. Listens and advises. Wisdom of extensive experience - in work and life. Very likeable person. Immediately I felt at ease and in good hands.
I feel like I have made a lot of progress and am meeting my therapy goals. It is helping me through difficult life changes, and make the most of it. My family and I have much to gain from it.
Holly is AWESOME!! She really listens to you and makes you feel safe.
She makes me feel like I can handle my issues
Appreciate all the help
Holly is the best therapist that anyone can ask for. She’s not only a great listener but she also teaches how deal with trauma, negative thoughts and how to re-build confidence. I got great progress since the very first session I had with Holly.
Thank you Holly.
Holly is great! I feel she listens to what I am saying and encourages me to dig deep and work through what I am saying instead of just giving me advice.
Best therapist I've ever had. Is able to see my issues and makes just the perfect statements, at just the right moments to help me see my blind spots and how to deal with them!
Finally a therapist that I can relate with! She is kind, compassionate and knows her stuff. I really enjoy working with her and value the reflections that she offers.
Holly is an amazing listener, she lets you guide the conversation but is also ready to add new topics and advice and helpful information during pauses. She validates your experience in a non judgemental manner. More than her professional abilities, Holly is also a genuinely caring, warm and polite counselor. Highly recommend
Cool thanks
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!
Holly is a great individual! She’s thoughtful and kind! And of course, great at what she does!
I am comfortable with Ms. Gardenier
A baby boomers ideal therapist with up to date training meeting my needs as a PTSD
client.