Holly Bankston, LPC
Licensed counselor guiding growth through practical support
- Anxiety and stress support
- Relationship and communication help
- Evening and weekend availability
About Holly Bankston
Holly Bankston is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who creates a supportive, practical, and compassionate environment for people facing anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or the frustration of repeating old patterns. She focuses on helping clients gain clearer insight into what keeps them stuck, learn effective coping strategies, and take steps toward meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
Holly is currently accepting new clients and often can offer appointments promptly. She offers evening, weekend, and holiday availability to fit busy schedules and welcomes the opportunity to help individuals begin the process of healing, personal growth, and improved well-being.
Holly is currently accepting new clients and often can offer appointments promptly. She offers evening, weekend, and holiday availability to fit busy schedules and welcomes the opportunity to help individuals begin the process of healing, personal growth, and improved well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Holly Bankston have?
Holly Bankston has 17 years of experience.
Is Holly Bankston a licensed therapist?
Yes. Holly Bankston holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are TX LPC 71584.
In which languages does Holly Bankston provide therapy?
Holly Bankston provides therapy in English.
Where is Holly Bankston located?
Holly Bankston is located in Texas.
How can I work with Holly Bankston as my therapist?
You can work with Holly Bankston through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Holly Bankston work with international clients?
Holly Bankston does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Holly Bankston 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 with therapy 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Holly frequently integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy depending on each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without fighting them, identify personal values, and take committed action toward a meaningful life - it can be especially helpful for anxiety, avoidance, and feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve mood and daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, offering a nonjudgmental space where clients are supported in discovering their own solutions and building self-trust.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Holly works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and situation, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls or phone sessions, and shorter contacts can occur via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity through transitions, and access consistent support from licensed professionals without the need for travel.