- Trauma-informed care
- Skills-based therapy
- Goal focused
About Holly
Holly Erskine is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Wisconsin. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Holly also supports those coping with major life changes and the effects of natural or human-caused disaster.
Holly uses a trauma-informed lens that treats reactions as understandable responses to difficult events. She focuses on building a trusting relationship first so people feel comfortable talking about painful experiences. Sessions move at a pace each person can manage while working toward practical goals.
Over 15 years in the mental health field has given her experience with post-traumatic stress, complex trauma, mood and personality concerns, and patterns that begin in family of origin relationships. She also addresses issues such as dissociation, shame and guilt, impulsivity, social anxiety, seasonal affective disorder, and self-harm thoughts.
Her clinical approach draws on client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior tools, mindfulness practices, and trauma-focused interventions. Holly adapts these methods to match what a person needs in the moment rather than using a single fixed plan.
In the first meeting she prioritizes listening and mapping out clear goals together. Therapy often combines skills work, grounding strategies, and talk-based processing so people can regain stability and move toward the life they want.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Holly commonly uses client-centered approaches and trauma-focused work to guide sessions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration so the conversation follows what matters most to the person. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on processing distressing experiences and reducing trauma-related symptoms through structured, paced work.She also uses elements of cognitive behavioral therapy to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT techniques can help with anxiety, depression, and symptoms that get in the way of daily functioning. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process, and she will work together with each person to choose what fits their needs and goals.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are set by the practice. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. The therapist will help tailor the session length and focus so it works with everyday life and personal responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Holly help with?
Holly supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms. She also works with issues like mood disorders, self-esteem, dissociation, and coping after disasters.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is trauma-informed and client-centered, with an emphasis on listening first. Sessions focus on building trust, setting clear goals, and using practical skills to manage symptoms.
How much experience does she have?
She has been practicing in the mental health field since 2008, bringing about 15 years of experience to her clinical work.
What credentials does she hold and where is she located?
She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential - LCSW - in Wisconsin and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Holly?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.