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Hello! Congratulations on taking steps toward your healing by seeking a counselor - that takes a lot of vulnerability and bravery. The most lasting changes are made when we are in control of them, and this is a great step forward in taking control of and managing your life.
I’ll tell you a little bit about me so you can decide if we might be a good fit. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oregon and a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner in Nebraska with over 8 years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples. I have worked at two therapeutic boarding schools and a counseling support network where I have been privileged to help individuals and families work through hurt and trauma, grow through struggles, and come through on the other side stronger. This has included offering support to individuals through periods of high anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts, and working through trauma and grief to a place of peace and comfort. I’ve also worked with parents through difficult periods of parenting as their children make decisions outside of their control, and helped individuals and families as they continue to process the effects of trauma, adoption, and/or grief. Sometimes life feels overwhelming, and most people go through a period or long stretches of anxiety and depression. We all want deep and meaningful connections in our lives and to experience wholeness. As we work together I want to empower you to take charge of who you are through tools, through support, and through new thought patterns. Sometimes we all need a safe space to cry and be ourselves so we can face the world, and I feel honored when someone shares their story with me. It’s a privilege to witness when someone faces the darkness and moves forward into the healthy and whole life that they want, and I want this for you.
Primarily, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to draw from tools and well-researched methods for coping and growing. I have experience in helping individuals, families, and couples develop healthy boundaries and healthy communication so you can be your best self in the world and with the people around you. I am a Christian and can also provide a Christian therapeutic perspective if this is something you are looking for.
This is your story and your time, so may you continue to take charge of who you are. I look forward to getting to know you.
Additional areas of focus:Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexual assault and abuse
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Holly Lastine. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I have worked with Holly for almost 2 years now. This has been a time of pain, loss, sorrow, and new beginnings. Holly has been available to help me through this every step of the way. Her guidance and expertise have helped me not only return to the confident self that I was missing but also taught me skills to reinforce the confidence when needed.
Written on Dec 27, 2023 after therapy with Holly for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Holly’s expertise has helped me navigate through the most difficult moments of my life after trauma. Her calm nature and ability to listen with her heart, always taking into consideration my spiritual needs by closing our sessions with prayer, makes all the difference to me. What a blessing to have been paired with such a wonderful person & professional.
Written on Sep 03, 2023 after therapy with Holly for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Better help is hands-down the best decision I have made for myself since covid and the personal traumas my family endured alone and together. HOLLY is so good at meeting me wherever I am - she’s safe, loving, tender, and experienced in all types of therapy I have needed. We’ve been together about two years twice a week and I get up every day because she creates comfort I take with me through the rest of the days until I see her again.
She responds to all messages when she’s able, and keeps her eyes open for books, activities, resources in my community to help me thrive. Top notch, 5 ⭐️, 100%.
Written on Mar 28, 2023 after therapy with Holly for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Holly has been my therapist for sometime now. I feel heard and supported in our discussions. I have made decisions with Holly's help and been comforted by her. Yes I would recommend her to anyone seeking help.
Written on Mar 28, 2023 after therapy with Holly for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and anger management
Holly is great. She’s very insightful and understanding.
Written on Feb 18, 2023 after therapy with Holly for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief
She's really nice, I feel vary comfortable talking to her. It's like talking to a friend.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Holly for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Holly checks in with me often. She always listens with a kind heart and intentionality. She helps me reflect in a positive way, and challenges faulty thinking patterns. I have lots of confidence in her expertise and her genuineness as a person. Thank you Holly for helping me navigate big transitions and past hurts❤️.
Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Holly for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Wonderful help to my psyche!
Written on Jan 04, 2023 after therapy with Holly for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief
Holly is kind, patient, attentive, and makes you feel like you’re talking to an old pal. She has already helped me so much.
Written on Nov 07, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
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Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Great reflective listener
Written on Aug 04, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks
Holly has been so helpful to my process of understanding and working through my emotions. I highly recommend her to any victims of trauma, she will listen openheartedly and provide practical and personalized tools to move forward. :)
Written on Apr 12, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 2 months
Holly is very invested in my growth. I feel supported by her but not coddled. She is not afraid to challenge or prod me when my actions are not consistent with my goals, but never with judgement or condescension.
Holly has always met me where I am at mentally. She listens when I need to work through my problems myself, and she offers guidance when I am feeling lost.
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I am so grateful to have Holly Sturges as my therapist! She shows compassion and empathy, while also suggesting concrete strategies for me to implement in order to best reach my therapy goals. I would highly recommend Holly to anyone seeking therapy support!
Written on Feb 01, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Holly helped me replace many of the hurtful scripts I had grown up with. Through her encouragement I have learned to trust myself, make decisions for myself, set boundaries, respect other's boundaries, and face so many challenges over this past year with her. I will be so sad to no longer work with her as I relocated, but if she is your therapist you also are gaining an amazing friend who will listen to your challenges with compassion and a heart that only wants to see the best for you.
Written on Dec 29, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and compassion fatigue
Holly is always welcoming, always giving, and always smiling. She helped me take steps to overcome addiction, heal from trauma via the death of a parent, and improve my ability to articulate my emotions to others. Holly was always on time and would responded to every one of my messages promptly and substantially. If you are searching for an insightful, experienced, professional, and incredibly caring therapist… choose Holly Sturges
Written on Dec 09, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and self esteem
Holly has been very helpful to me as I navigate my marriage problems (alcoholism and divorce decisions). She has helped keep me calmer and not panicking, and supporting me in taking things one step at a time.
Written on Nov 24, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Holly is incredible. She's a great listener. She's also very insightful. I've been encouraged each session.
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is the best!!!
Written on Jun 18, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Holly has helped me out a lot, in a very difficult time in my life.
Written on May 25, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Holly is so helpful insightful. She has helped me process things going on in my life and has given me many practical and easy steps to conquer anxiety! I can talk to her easily like a friend.
Written on Apr 16, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 2 months
Well understanding and always there for you. In any topic
Written on Mar 17, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
She is very nice. Even though I couldn’t do sessions with her due to logistics, she was kind and offered a book recommendation!
Written on Feb 13, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 2 days
Holly is amazing! She is so helpful and is always ready to listen. I never feel judged and she is very motivating. I look forward to continuing my sessions with her!
Written on Jan 28, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Holly has been so amazing to work with
Written on Jan 20, 2021 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Holly is incredibly compassionate and personable, she listens and truly hears what I am saying and she has given me really powerful insights and questions to reflect on to aid in my healing. She is so intentional about following up after our video calls to send encouragement, insights and reminders / recaps of what it would be helpful to work on for the week. She has been a huge blessing and I feel so lucky to have her as an advocate!
Written on Dec 07, 2020 after therapy with Holly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Holly is a wonderful listener, wise beyond her years, and has great emotional intelligence! Even through a screen she is able to make you feel heard and validated. She's knows when to let you speak, and when to cut in to help organize your thoughts into a clear message. She has helped me bring so much confidence back to myself.
Written on Nov 18, 2020 after therapy with Holly for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
IBlessingsI find Holly insightful & affirming. She has asked thoughtful questions & respected me throughout the sessions. We communicate through emails & even though the responses are delayed, I have been helped very much.
Written on Nov 10, 2020 after therapy with Holly for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Holly is super nice and offers good insight on things.
Written on Oct 24, 2020 after therapy with Holly for 2 months
Awesome covers it. Went into this 3 weeks ago not knowing her or her me , I truly respect her input!!!
Written on Sep 10, 2020 after therapy with Holly for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and parenting issues
Holly really listens to me and is able to help me sort through my feelings and give me different ways to look at things. It's been really helpful talking to her. She is very easy to talk to and I feel comfortable opening up to her. It's like talking to a really close friend that also happens to have expert advice.
Written on Jul 20, 2020 after therapy with Holly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
She is great! She is so warm, welcoming and makes me feel heard. I so look forward to her sessions. She has such a calming presence that I just feel so comfortable to talk to her and open up to her. I finally feel like I have someone who will listen. Like today I felt overwhelmed and my first thought was “I’m gonna send this to Holly” and it was just so great feeling like I have someone to vent to. Super awesome! She makes me love this app so much!
Written on Jul 09, 2020 after therapy with Holly for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
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