Holly Powell, MD, LCSW-C

Holly Powell is a licensed clinician based in Maryland with 15 years of experience working primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults. She holds an MD - medical doctor - and an LCSW-C, which indicates a licensed clinical social worker with authorization to provide psychotherapy in Maryland. Her clinical focus includes attachment concerns, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, and related difficulties that affect emotional and relational functioning.

Throughout her career Holly has often begun work with a client-centered, solution-focused stance and then adapted treatment to fit each person’s goals, incorporating cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, or an eclectic mix of methods when appropriate. This flexibility allows her to tailor interventions to developmental needs and presenting problems, from grief and mood disorders to parenting and relationship challenges.

Holly brings a relaxed and calm demeanor to sessions and emphasizes learning about each person’s unique story. She is experienced supporting individuals through life transitions, behavioral concerns, and trauma-related issues, and she approaches therapy with collaboration and practical problem solving in mind. Holly looks forward to meeting prospective clients and helping them move toward clearer coping and stronger relationships.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Holly Powell integrates attachment-based therapy, client-centered therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy into her online practice. Attachment-based therapy focuses on understanding and healing patterns in relationships and early bonds, which can be helpful for attachment concerns, family difficulties, and relationship stress. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, creating space for the client to lead the pace and topics of work while the therapist offers support and validation. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and practicing practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Holly works collaboratively to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She often starts with a client-centered stance and adapts techniques based on what is most helpful, discussing options together and adjusting plans over time.

Online therapy with Holly is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and engage in care from familiar environments while working with a licensed professional.