Holly Wollesen (she/her/hers)

LCSW
Accepting Clients

I am an LCSW who provides compassionate therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, interpersonal stressors, and trauma.

Clinical Social Worker in Illinois

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences. I work collaboratively to help you build awareness, develop effective coping tools, and reconnect with your inner strengths at a pace that feels right for you.

My Background and Approach

My approach is mindfulness-based and trauma-informed. This means we focus not only on thoughts and behaviors, but also on how experiences are held in the body and nervous system. Together, we cultivate present-moment awareness, self-compassion, and practical skills to help regulate emotions and reduce distress. I integrate evidence-based practices while tailoring therapy to each individual. I have over 10 years of experience providing mental health services in the community.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe change and growth is always possible. I also believe there are many ways to be in this world and there is no "shoulds" in life. There are many systems that negatively affect people's ability to be themselves and I create a supportive space to unpack these systems.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Trauma Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Attachment Theory
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Relationship Issues
Other Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Grief or Loss
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Aetna PPO
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 7 years of practice
  • Languages: English

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