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Ian Holloway, LCSW

Experienced California LCSW supporting LGBTQ+ and families
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBTQ+ support
  • Parenting and intimacy

About Ian Holloway

Ian Holloway is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 20 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate LGBTQ+ related concerns, address intimacy-related challenges, and work through parenting issues. Ian emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly and explored together.

Clients who choose Ian will find a therapist who frames change as an act of courage and a step toward greater fulfillment and wellbeing. He approaches each person with respect and aims to support and empower them through the process of change. Ian works collaboratively to identify goals and to develop practical strategies that reflect each client’s values and circumstances.

Throughout his practice Ian draws on his long experience to provide steady guidance and practical tools while honoring each person’s individual journey. He encourages clients to take the first steps toward a happier, more satisfying life and to build skills that sustain progress over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFatherhood issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ian Holloway have?

Ian Holloway has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Ian Holloway a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 82669.

In which languages does Ian Holloway provide therapy?

Ian Holloway provides therapy in English.

Where is Ian Holloway located?

Ian Holloway is located in California.

How can I work with Ian Holloway as my therapist?

You can work with Ian Holloway through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ian Holloway work with international clients?

Ian Holloway does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ian Holloway 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.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to stress, anxiety, and mood difficulties. It is practical and skill-focused, offering tools to manage symptoms and change patterns that get in the way of everyday functioning. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented approach that helps people explore and resolve their mixed feelings about change. It is especially useful when someone feels stuck or ambivalent about taking steps toward different habits or healthier choices.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Ian collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. Together they tailor an approach that balances short-term problem solving with longer-term growth, adjusting methods as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to connect from home or other convenient locations and to choose formats that feel most comfortable. These options support continuity of care and make it simpler to maintain momentum between sessions with licensed professionals and therapists who can adapt to each client’s needs.

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