- Christ-centered perspective
- Practical life focus
- Goal-oriented care
About David
Dr. David Hollis is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York. He frames counseling around faith for those who want a Christ-centered, biblical perspective and aims to meet people where they are. He focuses on practical concerns that commonly affect daily life, such as stress, anxiety, sleep problems, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and career struggles.
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address emotional and relational issues. That includes work on depression, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, bipolar-related concerns, and intimacy issues. He also supports people dealing with parenting stress, family matters, communication problems, divorce and separation, and questions about life purpose.
Dr. Hollis emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in sessions. He says dialog and treatment plans are tailored to each person's situation. Sessions are framed around the client’s needs and goals, and faith is incorporated when the client prefers that approach.
He has four years of professional experience as an LMHC in New York and brings that background into practical, goal-focused work. He encourages people who are nervous about starting therapy and recognizes the step to begin can feel big. His style aims to be steady and direct while honoring each person’s values and beliefs.
To begin, users choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability. The subscription model can be canceled at any time.
Evidence-based techniques and online support
Dr. Hollis uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide his work. One common approach is structured problem-solving and skill-building to target stress, anxiety, sleep issues, and low motivation; this focuses on small, practical changes that can improve daily routines and mood. Another approach emphasizes processing grief, trauma, and relationship struggles through guided conversation and coping strategies that help people manage strong emotions and rebuild routine functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. He works collaboratively with each person to choose methods that match their goals, values, and what feels comfortable. That means adapting the pace, emphasis, and use of faith-based perspectives when a client prefers a Christ-centered framework.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats before booking since formats were not specified in his biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people continue care when routines change, while the therapist and client together decide which session rhythm and techniques suit the client’s life.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of issues does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, motivation, self-esteem, career challenges, and related concerns such as depression, grief, trauma, and parenting strain.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and prefers a practical, goal-oriented style that incorporates a Christ-centered, biblical perspective when clients want that focus.
How much experience does he have?
He is a New York licensed mental health counselor with four years of professional experience working with these concerns.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.