Holly Fak, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Holly is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Holly is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
More about Holly
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
My counseling style is warm, affirming, interactive, and collaborative, using a strengths-based, client-centered, solution-focused approach. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I have experience in crisis counseling in Emergency Departments and inpatient psychiatric units, as well as in domestic violence and community-based therapy for children and families. I enjoy supporting new mothers, caregivers, and those working through grief and loss.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Holly Fak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205013927.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.012321 · Renews November 2025
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holly Fak offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Holly Fak works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Holly Fak speak?
Holly Fak speaks English.
How many years of experience does Holly Fak have?
Holly Fak has 18 years of experience.
Where is Holly Fak licensed to practice?
Holly Fak is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Holly Fak accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Holly Fak does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Holly Fak offer?
Holly Fak offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Holly Fak?
Holly Fak can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Holly Fak?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.