Holly Powell , MD, LCSW-C

Holly Powell is a licensed clinician based in Maryland with 15 years of professional experience working primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults. She holds an MD (Doctor of Medicine) and is credentialed as an LCSW-C, which stands for Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical. Her work has a strong focus on attachment-related concerns, anxiety, trauma, anger, and related difficulties, and she draws on that background when supporting individuals and families.

Early in treatment she often takes a client-centered and solution-focused stance, helping people feel heard and engaged while identifying immediate goals. As therapy progresses she adapts methods to fit each person’s needs, incorporating cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, or a more eclectic mix depending on therapeutic goals. This flexible approach is shaped by years of practice across settings that serve young people and their caregivers.

Known for a relaxed and calm demeanor, Holly Powell brings steadiness to sessions and a genuine interest in learning about each person’s story. She is approachable and professional, and she aims to tailor support to the developmental stage and life context of those who seek assistance.

Attachment, Client-Centered Care, and Online Options

Holly Powell integrates several therapeutic approaches to meet a range of needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on building and repairing relational bonds and is often helpful for children, adolescents, and adults dealing with early relationship wounds, caregiving challenges, or attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and a collaborative relationship; it helps people feel understood and supported while they set their own goals for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and is commonly used to address anxiety, depression, and stress-related patterns by teaching practical skills for coping and problem solving.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Holly Powell works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then tailors methods accordingly rather than applying a single technique to every situation. This collaborative stance helps ensure that the chosen strategies fit the individual and their circumstances.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility and accessibility. Sessions can be scheduled as video calls or phone conversations, and shorter exchanges or check-ins can occur via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are not possible, while still receiving support from licensed professionals and therapists.