Dr. Holly Cabuhat

Dr. Holly Cabuhat is a California psychologist who brings a warm, interactive style to therapy. She has 13 years of experience helping people cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship or parenting stress. Her manner is respectful and compassionate, and she aims to help clients make practical changes in daily life.

Her approach emphasizes how thoughts shape feelings and behavior. She uses cognitive-behavioral ideas to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking. She also draws on client-centered methods to create a supportive space, and motivational interviewing to help people find reasons to change.

Much of her work has involved adolescents and families, including support around school systems and Individualized Education Program (IEP) navigation. She has experience addressing self-harm, social skills challenges, executive functioning, autism spectrum concerns, and the impact of trauma or emotional abuse.

Dr. Cabuhat adapts her approach to each person. Sessions typically mix practical strategies, problem-solving, and skill practice. She helps parents advocate for their children and supports young adults exploring life purpose and independence.

People can expect direct, respectful conversation and tools they can try between sessions. Her goal is to help clients build clearer thinking, better coping skills, and stronger day-to-day routines. If someone is ready to take steps toward change, she offers steady guidance and support.

How these approaches shape online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's perspective, helping them feel heard and respected while they work through problems. This approach supports people who need space to talk through family or parenting worries and to build confidence.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It uses simple exercises to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of thinking, which can reduce anxiety and mood symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, helpful for impulsivity, anger, and self-harm concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then adapt techniques from these methods over time. That teamwork helps shape session focus and homework between meetings.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make scheduling easier, fit into busy days, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone keep work or school plans intact while getting regular support. Licensed professionals can tailor sessions to practical needs and daily routines.