Courtney Holbrook , LCSW

Courtney Holbrook is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 10 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, and a range of other life challenges. Her work also addresses issues such as intimacy-related concerns, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and coping with major life changes.

Courtney practices from a client-centered, holistic perspective that honors each person as the expert on their own life. She emphasizes listening carefully, validating strengths, and helping clients shape the narrative they want to present to the world. Her approach is collaborative and respectful - she aims to walk alongside clients as they build motivation, confidence, and practical strategies for moving forward.

Clients who seek Courtney’s help can expect a warm and encouraging presence that emphasizes safety and empowerment. She draws on a range of therapeutic methods to tailor care to individual needs, helping people navigate transitions, heal from past wounds, and regain a sense of balance and purpose in their lives.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

In her practice, Courtney integrates client-centered therapy with evidence-informed tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration - it helps clients feel heard and builds a trusting foundation for change. CBT works by identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it useful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and coping with crises.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Courtney partners with clients to explore which methods align with their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting strategies over time to best support progress.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - add flexibility to care. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from home or on the go. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to deliver collaborative, skills-based work that meets clients where they are.