Rebecca Holland, LCSW

Rebecca Holland is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and relationship concerns. She also supports those dealing with trauma, grief, parenting strain, caregiver stress, and struggles with sleep, eating, or addictive behaviors. Rebecca writes simply: taking the first step takes courage, and she aims to offer steady support as people make changes.

Her way of working is down-to-earth and collaborative. She treats people as the experts on their own lives and builds on existing strengths. Sessions focus on practical steps you can try between meetings, and on learning new skills to manage strong emotions and difficult situations.

Rebecca draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help spot patterns in thoughts and behavior that keep problems going. She uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach emotion regulation and coping skills when feelings run high. Mindfulness-based practices are offered to help calm the mind and improve focus.

With 12 years of experience, Rebecca has supported people through life transitions, panic attacks, postpartum depression, and attachment-related concerns. She pays attention to the everyday details that make life harder, like sleep disruption, isolation, or caregiver burden, and works with clients to set realistic, small goals.

People who choose her can expect straightforward conversation, clear strategies, and a focus on useful change. If you are looking for practical support while navigating a difficult period, Rebecca provides an approachable space to start working on next steps.

How Rebecca’s approaches translate to online therapy

Rebecca uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood-related issues by breaking problems into manageable parts and practicing different ways of responding.

She also applies Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication when emotions feel overwhelming. DBT techniques can be useful for intense mood swings, impulse challenges, and interpersonal conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Rebecca will discuss your goals, try methods that fit your needs, and adjust the plan together. She encourages feedback and practical trial-and-error to discover what helps most.

If you are considering online therapy, please confirm the specific session options before booking since formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. Therapists can also guide mindfulness exercises and teach CBT or DBT skills through remote sessions, so the same practical strategies can be practiced between meetings.