Marla Holt

My communication style

I combine compassion and support with directness. I find that using a balanced communication style for dealing with life challenges helps people not feel so alone in their struggles. Sometimes we have to "think outside of the box" to create a much-needed new and different approach to life problems.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began in my early 20s when I worked with developmentally disabled adults in a small family business. I've always been curious about human nature, and that work opened me up to the path to becoming a therapist. I've always felt at ease connecting with, supporting, and helping people, even after decades of being in this field.

My goals for you

Working together to set clear, structured goals that incorporate doable steps that are measurable is the best way I've found to approach goal attainment. I believe it is also important to examine and deal with any internal or external barriers that may impact my client's success.

Our first session

First sessions are generally about spending time getting to know each other. I like to just have a "conversation" with my client, keeping the pace comfortable and hopefully allowing the client to feel a little more at ease and welcome. I have had much success with this approach over the years.

I identify as...

• Female
• Black or African American