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Holly Caruso, LCPC, LMHC

Affirming support for anxiety, relationships, and life transitions
  • LGBTQ+ affirming care
  • Trauma informed guidance
  • Support through life changes

About Holly Caruso

Holly Caruso, LCPC, LMHC, is a licensed therapist in Illinois and Florida with 20 years of experience supporting people through complex emotional and relational challenges. She works to create an affirming, steady space for LGBTQ+ individuals, older adults, and anyone moving through major transitions, with care that is grounded in respect for each person’s lived experience.

Her clinical focus includes stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and adapting to life changes. Holly also brings thoughtful attention to concerns that often overlap with these issues, such as social anxiety, workplace stressors, sexual health, identity exploration, and strengthening communication in close relationships.

Holly’s work is centered on helping clients build self-love, make room for difficult emotions, and develop coping strategies that feel realistic and sustainable. Whether someone is trying to recover from painful experiences, navigate relationship patterns, or pursue personal growth, she offers compassionate guidance and a collaborative path forward.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Holly Caruso have?

Holly Caruso has 20 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients through concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and major life transitions.

Is Holly Caruso a licensed therapist?

Yes. Holly Caruso is licensed and holds the credentials LCPC and LMHC. License details: IL LCPC 180.007510 and FL LMHC MH20030.

In which languages does Holly Caruso provide therapy?

Holly Caruso provides therapy in English.

Where is Holly Caruso located?

Holly Caruso is located in Florida.

How can I work with Holly Caruso as my therapist?

You can work with Holly Caruso through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to get support in a format that fits your comfort level and schedule.

Does Holly Caruso work with international clients?

No. Holly Caruso does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Holly Caruso cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical, Evidence-Based Support Through Online Therapy

Holly Caruso integrates approaches that can be especially helpful for stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and navigating major life changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, respectful space where clients can explore what they are feeling at their own pace, which can be valuable for identity exploration, grief, and rebuilding self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice unhelpful thought patterns and experiment with new ways of responding, often supporting goals like reducing anxiety, improving mood, and handling workplace or relationship stress more effectively. Mindfulness Therapy adds skills for staying grounded in the present moment, which can help clients relate differently to intense emotions and build steadier coping routines during transitions or after difficult experiences.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Holly collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that fit their needs, adjusting along the way as new insights and challenges emerge.

Online therapy also makes support more accessible. Clients can meet through video calls or phone sessions, and they can use live chat or text-based messaging when that format feels more comfortable or convenient. This flexibility can help therapy fit into busy schedules while still maintaining continuity and momentum.

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