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Holly Starkman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Last Updated 30+ days ago

My clinical practice draws from extensive training in psychotherapy that integrates a psychodynamic perspective with therapeutic interventions that match the unique needs of a client. The range of interpersonal and skill-based interventions includes an understanding of family, culture, and gender specific influences on the current issues or concerns. The use of mindfulness principles and skills provides an added support to clients for strengthening their ability to better manage stress and for overall well-being. In over two decades as a psychotherapist I have consistently found that an integrative approach is most effective for promoting the positive outcomes that my clients are seeking.
My psychotherapy approach has incorporated specialized training to best address the needs of clients and for which I am well-suited to treat. This includes problems associated with anxiety, depression, and particularly physical manifestations of emotional distress that reflects a disconnection between body and mind, such as an eating disorder.

I queried clients and colleagues regarding their impressions of my work and overall professional approach to include in a testimonial page - the following words are some of those shared: EMPATHIC, FOCUSED, ETHICAL, COMMITTED, POSITIVE MINDSET, ATTUNED and ENGAGED. View my website for more detailed information.


Specialties

Anxiety Body Image College adjustment Depression Eating Disorders Emotional Regulation Family Conflict Grief and Loss Life Transitions Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Parenting Perfectionism Relationship Issues Religion or Spirituality Self-esteem Sexual Abuse Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Trauma & PTSD

Insurance & Payment

In-Network Insurance Plans

Holly Starkman is in network for the following plans:

Anthem

Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

Claim Submission:

I will complete and submit paperwork on your behalf for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1851488829

Rates

First session $175
Ongoing sessions $150
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

20 Dunk Rock Road
SUITE 1
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 458-3330
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Feminist Integrative

Modalities

Couples Family Groups Individuals

Age Groups

Preteens (11-12) Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)

Communities

Activists Artists International LGBQ+ People of Color People with Disabilities Trans non-binary gender fluid

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 31
  • License(s): CT-002980

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Nonreligious