About Holly
Holly Navarrete helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, depression, and major life changes. She is a licensed clinical social worker in California with 25 years of professional experience. Holly aims to make reaching out easier for someone who is worried or unsure about therapy.
She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can say what they are feeling. Conversations focus on what matters now and on practical steps to feel steadier.
Background and approach
Holly listens for patterns that cause distress and works with each person to find manageable ways forward. Over many years she has supported people through loss and transitions. That experience has given her a steady, straightforward style.
She uses approaches grounded in evidence to help with symptoms like persistent worry, low mood, and relationship tension. Sessions are designed to be collaborative and goal-focused. Holly helps people set realistic short-term goals and track small changes that matter.
She also pauses to reflect on progress and adjusts plans as needed. People who choose her can expect clear communication and practical suggestions alongside attentive listening. Holly emphasizes skills that can be practiced between sessions to build coping and resilience.
Her work is geared toward helping people move through difficult times with more confidence.
Therapeutic approaches and online options
Holly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations toward clear goals. One common approach she uses focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical ways to respond differently. This approach helps people reduce persistent worry and negative self-talk by practicing new skills in everyday situations.Another approach centers on coping skills for strong emotions and life changes. It involves learning short, concrete techniques to steady breathing, manage overwhelm, and rebuild routine after a loss or big transition. These tools are useful for managing grief, low mood, and stress so daily life feels more manageable.
Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. Holly collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and current challenges. She checks in and adjusts the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy makes it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions are helpful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging support ongoing contact, quick check-ins, and practice of skills between sessions. These options give flexibility and steady support while working toward measurable change.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
Also works with
- Experience
- 25 years
- Licensed
- California
- Languages
- English