- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship challenges
- CBT and mindfulness
About Holly
Holly Gerety is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with young adults and others facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, changes in life circumstance, self-esteem struggles, and issues around intimacy and trauma. Holly also lists specialties such as ADHD, parenting concerns, workplace problems, and LGBT-related issues.
Holly uses straightforward, conversational sessions that focus on what’s happening now. She listens to what feels most pressing and helps people build simple skills they can use between meetings. That might mean learning new ways to handle anxiety, setting boundaries in relationships, or finding steps to manage burnout and caregiver stress.
Her approach draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s lead, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and Mindfulness Therapy to develop present-moment awareness. She may also use Motivational Interviewing and Narrative Therapy to help clarify goals and reframe difficult experiences.
Over two decades of practice have exposed her to many kinds of life change - divorce, blended family strain, loss, and career transitions are common themes. Holly focuses on practical tools and clearer perspectives so people can take small, manageable steps forward.
To begin, readers are advised to use the site’s matching process and schedule an initial session. Sessions are offered in English and set in line with Massachusetts practice norms.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions can help
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client’s priorities. The therapist supports people as they name what matters and decide on next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete techniques to change patterns that contribute to anxiety or low mood. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus.Choosing the right approach is normally a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about options, try out different methods early on, and adjust what they do based on the client’s goals and preferences. This keeps work practical and relevant to everyday life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people try different ways of working, such as exercises that fit between appointments or step-by-step behavior experiments they can use in daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, life transitions, trauma, ADHD, workplace issues, and related concerns.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and collaborative, with practical skill building and attention to thoughts and behaviors using CBT and mindfulness practices.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of life and mental health concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a LICSW licensed in Massachusetts and provides services from that state.
In what languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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