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Holly Goodman, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Holly is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Holly. View 34 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina

Recent reviews

She had helped me navigate some situations that I don’t think I could have managed on my own. More importantly, she has taught me how to navigate those situations. Holly is a great listener and always seems to give wise and helpful feedback. I couldn’t be happier with her..

Reviewed November 2024

Holly is a genuinely good person. She is thoughtful, listens, is respectful and provides good feedback.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Holly

  • 30 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) working with individual, couples and families for over 28 years in North Carolina. Additionally, I hold a certificate in coaching which allows me to address employment issues, work-life balance needs and life coaching when needed. My practice has allowed me to help and support positive change for many people facing life's most challenging experiences. I work with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, communication and grief and loss on many levels. I believe in a positive and affirming approach to therapy. I am open-minded, warm and fully believe my clients have great value and opportunity for growth, change and improved perspective when taking advantage of what therapy has to offer.

My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and solution-focused therapy. I believe through my work, using compassion, education and motivational techniques I can help you improve mood, circumstances and self-awareness for better health and life satisfaction. Providing a safe emotional space for my clients to process their concerns is paramount to me. Understanding what you want and using an interactive, sensitive and caring approach is my goal to supporting you as you reach your goals.

The first steps toward change is understanding the need and seeking support. I am here for you and look forward to having the opportunity to provide you with a supportive therapeutic experience that is empowering and beneficial.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Depression Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Aging and geriatric issues Blended family issues Body image Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Domestic violence Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Postpartum depression Pregnancy and childbirth Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Holly Goodman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962557918.

  • LCSW · North Carolina · C003041 · Expires November 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Holly Goodman

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

34 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Helpful Recommend Understanding Listens Encouraging Grateful Insightful Support

She had helped me navigate some situations that I don’t think I could have managed on my own. More importantly, she has taught me how to navigate those situations. Holly is a great listener and always seems to give wise and helpful feedback. I couldn’t be happier with her..

Reviewed November 2024

Holly is a genuinely good person. She is thoughtful, listens, is respectful and provides good feedback.

Reviewed November 2024

Good therapist. She listens, provides feedback and homework, is encouraging and positive.

Reviewed November 2024

Very helpful. TY

Reviewed November 2024

Life changing ❤️

Reviewed June 2024

Talking with Holly the last several months has taught me so much about myself. Learning how to set boundaries, and care for my heart and my mental health above all else.

Reviewed May 2024

Holly is a great listener and really helps me think through my feelings.

Reviewed March 2024

Holly lets me set the priority of the discussion for the session. She also takes notes and also brings up discussion topics from the last meeting to see if this still needs to be discussed. I enjoy research and Holly provides me with other subtopics to look into to go deeper in thought for the next lesson. She is positive, cheerful, encouraging of the steps I have made so far. She is a pleasure to work with and I look forward to our meetings.

Reviewed February 2024

Holly has helped listen and guide me through such a transformational part of my life. She is super understanding and thoughtful. I really feel that Holly has my best interest in mind and will pays attention to every detail you tell her. She keeps it super professional while still making the space to talk nonjudgmental and safe. Highly recommend Holly to anybody seeking out a well experienced therapist and life coach.

Reviewed February 2024

Holly is an outstanding therapist with a wealth of experience and high clinical acumen. She is easy to talk to, understanding, and generally a great human being. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed February 2024

Holly’s approach is nothing short of brilliant, seamlessly integrating evidence-based practices that cater to individual needs with a profound empathy and understanding that is rare to find. Her adept use of CBT has helped me challenge and reframe my negative thought patterns, fostering a new perspective that has immensely contributed to my sense of self-worth and confidence. What sets Holly apart is her genuine commitment to fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust and openness. She creates a safe and non-judgmental space that encourages vulnerability and growth. Her ability to listen deeply and provide insightful feedback has made me feel seen and understood, validating my experiences and emotions in a way that has been deeply helpful. Holly’s strength-based approach has been particularly empowering, focusing on my inherent strengths and capabilities, which has motivated me to take actionable steps towards my goals. This positive focus has not only uplifted my spirits but also enabled me to envision a future filled with possibilities. Thanks to Holly, I feel lighter, more confident, and more excited about the future than I have ever felt in my entire life. Her expertise, combined with her compassionate and personalized approach, has truly changed my life. I am deeply grateful for her guidance and support, and I cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone looking to embark on their own journey of self-discovery and healing.

Reviewed February 2024

Holly is fantastic! She asks great questions and never hesitates to challenge my thinking and approach. I appreciate the amount of care and thought she puts into helping me work through the challenges I'm facing.

Reviewed December 2023

She is a very intelligent and caring woman. Her thoughts are meditative and insightful.

Reviewed November 2023

I have learned so much from Holly in the last four weeks. The way she listens and takes her time to give me thoughtful insight is so helpful to me. The resources she has sent and recommendations she has made have been a huge help in my growth. I look forward to learning more and continuing on this journey.

Reviewed November 2023

Holly has been very patient & understanding the past few sessions I have seen her. She listens really well and gives very perspective feedback. Holly is very educated and well equipped to deal with a wide array of self issues and struggles and nurtures them to the best of her ability.

Reviewed November 2023

Holly does a great job at offering alternative approaches without trying to push you too hard. I really enjoy her therapy style!

Reviewed November 2023

Holly has been helpful a number of ways working with me around healthier relationships with myself and the people around me. Strongly recommend!

Reviewed June 2023

I am still early in my journey to better Me but from our very first session and each since Holly has been incredibly helpful, insightful, and able to start unwinding things to help understand my needs. I was hesitant to try therapy but now I look forward to my sessions and 'homework' and even take an extra session from time to time! Makes me wish maybe I'd reached out sooner.

Reviewed May 2023

Absolutely love Holly! She helped me with my anxiety and relationship difficulties. She gave me techniques to help cope with my verbally abusive relationship, and learn to redirect. I highly recommend her as a therapist.

Reviewed April 2023

Holly has been a life raft for me. I don’t know what I would have done without her

Reviewed March 2023

After first session, I am so excited for this journey and to speak to Holly again. She listened well, assessed what she learned using her knowledge, and helped me understand myself better. 10 out of 10!

Reviewed March 2023

Holly has helped guide me through what is arguably the single most trying time in my life. I’m still not through the trees, but I’m so confident that with her guidance I’ll navigate safely through into the clear and onto better days, and end up a better person for it.

Reviewed February 2023

Very personable and provides great insight to my needs.

Reviewed January 2023

Holly is honestly the greatest. She will listen and understand your perspective on situations yet bring you back down to earth when it comes down to understanding reality. Iv had therapist before but nobody I felt connected with as I do her. 10/10

Reviewed November 2022

Holly is amazing and such a gentle soul. I would be lost right now without her support

Reviewed November 2022

Best therapist I’ve ever had

Reviewed November 2022

Holly has been fantastic to work with!

Reviewed November 2022

Already seeing improvement by working with Holly!

Reviewed November 2022

Since the beginning of my journey with therapy I felt like I had a friend. Someone who kindly listened to me, someone who could give me advice and words of encouragement when I needed it the most, I found the support I needed and for that I’m so grateful

Reviewed November 2022

Holly is amazing

Reviewed September 2022

Holly has been excellent in helping me cope with my grief. I genuinely feel that she cares and comes from a place of compassion and respect. I very much appreciate her help and genuine approach. I look forward to continuing to work with her.

Reviewed July 2022

Holly has helped me tremendously through the toughest months of my life. Chatting with her weekly gave me a confidential, non-biased outlet to discuss my thoughts and feelings. Her positivity grew on me and she was able to give me many strategies/coping mechanisms to deal with depressing times. I would recommend Holly Goodman to anyone who is struggling with major life changes, depression, or anxiety

Reviewed June 2022

Very supportive, encouraging and professional.

Reviewed May 2022

She is an excellent therapist and I'm extremely grateful to have her be my therapist.

Reviewed April 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holly Goodman offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Holly Goodman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Holly Goodman speak?

Holly Goodman speaks English.

How many years of experience does Holly Goodman have?

Holly Goodman has 30 years of experience.

Where is Holly Goodman licensed to practice?

Holly Goodman is licensed to practice in North Carolina.

Does Holly Goodman accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Holly Goodman does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Holly Goodman offer?

Holly Goodman offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Holly Goodman?

Holly Goodman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Holly Goodman?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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