Maya Holmes, MSW, LCSW

My style is rooted in intuitive knowledge with a firm belief that people have the innate wisdom and ability to help themselves arrive at healing. I am very client-centered, strength-based, collaborative, and eclectic. I love providing a safe and brave space for those who are navigating grief, depression, life transitions, identity, trauma, and every gift and burden in between. I primarily use and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems therapy. These powerful modalities help release, process, and make sense of mental and physical effects of traumatic events stored in the body, depression, poor self-image, etc. along with unearthing new ways of living. I also use ACT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing techniques. Always remember you have the magic and are the expert of you. My role is to help you tap into that magic to decode and unravel what it looks and feels like to operate and live from your highest self. In the words of Nelson Mandela, “There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living." I take insurance through a company that connects psychotherapy providers and therapists. If you want to use your insurance I will happily send you a link to schedule a therapy session with me on that site. Hope to hear from you soon! Education and Training: MSW - Social Work, California State University Monterey Bay EMDR, EMDR Institute, Inc. Internal Family Systems Therapy Level 1, IFS Institute Complex Trauma Certification Training Advanced Grief Counseling Certification Certified End of Life Death Doula, INELDA Get to Know Me: Why did you become a mental health professional? I felt called to it. It's my calling and purpose. What are your interests outside of work? I enjoy nature, art, culture, traveling, animals, and new experiences. What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being? Going for a walk with my dog. How do you recharge? Connecting to the earth because it can hold whatever I release to it.