Online in Texas
(Online Only)
Therapy that feels like you can finally exhale.
Life is hard enough without your brain turning every little thing into a full-blown investigation. If you’re stuck in overthinking mode, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, or finding yourself in the same frustrating relationship patterns, I’m here to help you sort through the chaos.
My online therapy practice is a space where you can show up exactly as you are, messy thoughts, big feelings, awkward pauses, and all. No judgment, no pressure to have the perfect words, and no need to pretend you have everything figured out. Just real conversations, genuine connection, and support that meets you where you are.
I believe therapy should feel personal, practical, and even a little fun. Together, we’ll work to understand what’s keeping you stuck, build tools you can actually use in everyday life, and help you feel more confident, connected, and at peace with yourself. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, working through past experiences, or trying to build healthier relationships, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to ask for support. If you’re ready to stop just getting through the days and start feeling more like yourself again, I’d love to connect. Reach out to schedule a consultation, and let’s see if we’re a good fit. You bring the real-life stuff; we’ll figure out the next steps together.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Christian, LGBTQ+, Men, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotion-Focused Therapy Emotion-focused therapy supports emotional awareness and expression, helping individuals understand underlying feelings, transform unhelpful emotional patterns, and develop healthier responses to personal and relationship challenges.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Psychosocial Therapy Looks at how social and environmental factors affect psychological health. It emphasizes relationships, community, and resilience.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I want you to feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are, without worrying about being judged or having everything figured out. I believe therapy is about more than just talking through your problems; it’s about understanding why you feel and respond the way you do, recognizing patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and learning practical ways to create meaningful change.
I draw from approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness to help you manage anxiety, navigate difficult emotions, and build a healthier relationship with yourself and others. When working with couples, I focus on improving communication, strengthening emotional connection, and helping partners feel heard, understood, and supported.
I believe growth happens when you feel safe enough to be honest, curious enough to explore, and supported enough to try something new. Our sessions will be tailored to your unique needs, combining deeper self-exploration with practical tools you can use in everyday life. I’ll meet you with compassion, honesty, and a little humor along the way, because doing the hard work doesn’t mean we can’t laugh sometimes!
My goal is to help you feel less controlled by anxiety, more confident in yourself, and better equipped to navigate life’s challenges with clarity, flexibility, and self-compassion. You don’t have to be perfect to make progress, and you don’t have to do it alone.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $125
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna • Cigna • UnitedHealthcare • BlueCross BlueShield (including BlueCard coverage with Anthem, Empire, Excellus, Federal Employee Program, CareFirst, Florida Blue, Capital BlueCross, Highmark, and Horizon) • Carelon • Centivo • Sana Benefits • Oscar Health • Oxford • Surest • Curative • HealthPartners • Medica • Meritain Health • Luminare
Education & Credentials
Hollie Pool LMFT
- Female
- License # 203778
- Licensed in TX
- Practicing Since 2019
Education: I earned my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Friends University, where I developed a strong foundation in mental health, human development, and relationship dynamics.
Hollie Pool Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Texas
- Online Therapy Details: Teletherapy - Doxy.me