Holly Davis (she/her) is a Clinical Social Work Intern currently pursuing her MSW at the University of New Hampshire. Originally from the Midwest, Holly has been grateful to call Maine home for more than a decade. Her professional path has been shaped by 13 years as a public school teacher and more than five years as a board-certified Health and Wellness Coach and Yoga Instructor. These experiences opened her eyes to the undeniable connection between mental and physical health, inspiring her to pursue social work so she could support people more fully in both mind and body. Holly holds an M.S. in Health, Human Performance and Recreation from Pittsburg State University (2011) and a B.S. in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Missouri Southern State University (2005). She also completed advanced training through the Health Coach Institute for Integrative Nutrition (2019) and the Boston Yoga School (2020). Her diverse background allows her to bring mindfulness, trauma-informed communication, and a holistic perspective into her clinical work. Holly strives to create spaces where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to navigate transitions, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change. Outside of her professional life, Holly finds joy in the outdoors, whether hiking with her pup, paddleboarding, biking, or simply watching the sunset from her backyard. She also enjoys experimenting with new recipes, strength training, and getting lost in a good book. These practices keep her grounded and remind her of the balance she encourages clients to cultivate in their own lives.
Holly's Counseling Philosophy
My philosophy as a social worker is rooted in the belief that healing happens when people feel truly seen and understood. I strive to create a space that is safe, compassionate, and free of judgment where clients can bring their whole selves, including the parts that feel heavy or hidden. I hold the conviction that our mental and physical health cannot be separated; the body carries our stress, our stories, and our resilience, and tending to both mind and body allows us to move toward balance and wholeness. I approach each person with curiosity and humility, trusting that they already hold the seeds of their own growth. I believe therapy is not about fixing people but about walking alongside them as they rediscover their own strength, reclaim their voice, and create lives that feel authentic and alive.