Jan Holmes

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About Jan Holmes

I am a relationship counselor which includes the relationship we all have with ourself. I love helping individuals, couples, and families to better understand where their boundaries are and how to protect them. You will learn the importance of emotions and how they can be mismanaged and misunderstood. You will get feedback and tools to help you understand how you are being experienced by others and what you can do to change or support if you decide to stay the same.

My goal is to help you learn to build close and intimate relationships based on honesty and true connection, and to feel good about yourself regardless of what is happening around you. Imagine being who you are, warts and all, and still being loved and accepted at the deepest level possible. Sure, not everyone you meet will accept you like this, but you will be able to understand the limits of relationships and accept yourself anyway.

You could call me the big picture counselor. As you present your perspective I am exploring and looking for the deeper more complex issues. That is why I enjoy couples counseling because the fight that you believe cannot be resolved, is just the thing I need to see the inner dynamics of your relationship and how both parties are contributing to the issues.

Please know that you are the leader and I am your resource. I want you to take full responsibility for what you want to change and work at a pace that is truly your own. I choose to keep my practice small so I can be there for you when you need me. If you have heard the phrase: "The teacher will arrive when the student is ready", that is the goal of my practice. It is about you.

 

Formal Training | Experience and Internships

Formal Training

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counseling and Higher Education
University of North Texas, 2004

Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counseling
University of North Texas, 1999

Bachelor of Art (B.A.) in Professional Studies
University of Hawaii, 1985

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Experience and Internships

Northwest High School | Justin, Texas
• High School Counselor Intern
• Counseled Students

Issues included: Self Mutilation, Running Away, Drug and Alcohol Use/Dependency, Bullying, Fitting In, Friendships, Thoughts of Suicide, Self-Esteem, Sexual Identity, Family Issues, Communication, Dealing with Parents/Adults, Depression, Anxiety, Fear, Future, Post Secondary Training & Careers

 

Denton County Children’s Advocacy Center | Lewisville, Texas
• Counselor for abuse victims and their families
• Teen Group Counselor
• Marriage Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Worked with Law Enforcement Officers and Child Protective Services
• Child Play Therapy

Issues Included: Boundaries, Safety Issues, Understanding Sexual Behavior, Fear, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Family Issues, Financial Issues, Security, Parenting, Communication, Victimization, Assertiveness Training, Divorce, & Abuse

 

Child and Family Resource Center | Denton, Texas
• Marriage Counseling
• Individual Counseling
• Group Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Play Therapy
• Groups for parents and other care givers as partners of play
• Divorce Recovery

Issues Included: Divorce, Parenting, Anxiety, Chronic Pain Management, Boundaries, Communication, Blended Families, Depression, Assertiveness Training, Self-Esteem, Bipolar, ADHD, Stress, Cultural issues, & Sexual Issues

 

University of North Texas - Athletics | Denton, Texas
• Academic Mentor in a Program for Athletes
• Group Facilitation for Athletes

Issues Included: Self-Esteem, Academic Failure, Career Counseling, & Time Management

 

University of North Texas – Counselor Education | Denton, Texas
• Field Placement Supervisor for Master Level Counselors
• Supervision of Master Counselors
• Site Visits for Master Interns

 

Advantage Healthcare Services | Fort Worth, Texas
• Individual Counseling
• Marriage Counseling
• Group Counseling
• Psychological Evaluations
• Supervisor for Counselor Interns

Issues Included: Chronic Pain Management, Career Counseling, Pacing, Medication Dependency/Abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Assertiveness Training, Self-Esteem, Sexual Issues, Sleeping, Pacing, Fear, Financial Issues, Worthlessness, Family Issues, Marriage Issues, Worry, Bipolar, ADHD, & Helplessness

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