Holly Lark ,LCSW

The journey into adulthood can be stressful, so having a caring, non-judgmental, and knowledgeable therapist like me who can help you tackle the challenges these transitions bring can be an unbelievable asset. I understand the difficulties that come with these stages of life and will help you through them by being open, honest, and supportive.

Our therapy relationship will be individualized, genuine, and tailored specifically to you.  I bring my real self into therapy and will always approach our work together with honesty, empathy, and connection. When working with clients I often focus on the mind-body connection. The methods I may use with you include mentalization (to help you understand your feelings and those of others), psychodynamic (to understand the unconscious forces that underlie your thoughts and behaviors which come from early childhood), mindfulness (awareness of paying attention, on purpose and in the present moment, without judgment), dialectical behavioral therapy (living in the moment, while accepting the contradiction between self-acceptance and change), and cognitive behavioral therapy (which counteracts the negative thinking of depression, identifies the problem and brainstorm solutions, etc.).

So…why choose me? I have the experience to understand the challenges teens and adults face in a sometimes scary world — the harshness and comparisons on social media, school and workplace bullying, severe pressures at school or work, cliques, and body and social image issues. I bring a unique understanding of these issues, coupled with excellent training and experience, to provide a non-shaming, non-judgmental, very affirming, and safe place for clients to express themselves, gain a better understanding of the patterns in their lives and work towards their goals. And, I truly want to help you, too!

In addition to the many methods I mentioned earlier, my expertise covers a variety of struggles — anxiety, depression, self-worth, behavioral problems, relationship conflict, communication, adoption, LGBT+ concerns, and any other underlying issues that get in the way of living a fully satisfying life. In my therapy for young adults, I often work with multiple concerns as this is the time of life when relationship, career, and mental health concerns bubble up.

So…why not reach out? There’s no pressure to make an appointment or commitment. I understand how difficult it might be to reach out for help.  But I truly believe that doing so is one of the bravest things you can do. You can call me for a free phone consultation.  Or you can email me with any questions you might have. I can let you know what therapy with me is all about and answer any questions you have.  I look forward to hearing from you!