Dr. Holly LaPota, Psychologist
About me
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in North Carolina with over 7-years experience post-graduation. My pronouns are she/her/hers. I have worked with clients with a range of presenting problems including eating disorders, PTSD, body image concerns, adjustment-related issues, and mood disorders. I take a client-centered approach to treatment planning where you are the expert in your life. During our initial sessions we will work together to identify a treatment plan to assist you in meeting your goals. I believe that respect, warmth, and active listening are key components in any therapy relationship and utilize these to form the foundation of any work we will do together. I am also trained in a variety of therapy approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. I enjoy thinking creatively to assist clients in solving problems and work best with clients who are open to trying new things.
Congratulations on taking this big step to better yourself. I look forward to working alongside you in helping to meet your goals!
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Career difficulties, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Communication problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Fatherhood Issues, Fertility Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
NC Psychologist 4689
Reviews
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Best therapist I've ever met
Written on Apr 14, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 11 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Dr. LaPota is great doctor and even more great person. She helped navigate through a hard break-up in my mid 30s. She is very attentive and even remembers minor details from our session. I am very glad I found her. Thank you,Dr.
Written on Jan 31, 2022 after therapy with Holly for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes