Headshot of Holly Stevens LLMSW, a Clinical Social Worker at Mala Child & Family Institute in Plymouth, Farmington Hills, & Online.

Holly Stevens LLMSW

Clinical Social Worker

Plymouth, Farmington Hills, & Online

My name is Holly. I received both my BSW and MSW from Madonna University. I have received extensive training from both school and my practicum experience.

I want to provide a safe space for all of my clients. Everyone’s journey in life is different and there are many ups and downs that people experience. I want to be a sounding board and helping, guiding hand for my clients in overcoming hardships that they may be facing.

    • Bachelor’s in Social Work-Madonna University 2022

    • Master’s in Social Work-Madonna University 2023

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

    • Play Therapy

    • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    • Person-Centered

    • Culturally Sensitive

    • Emotion-Focused

    • Coping Skills

    • Depression

    • Parenting

    • Peer Relationships

    • Relational Issues

    • School Issues

    • Self-Esteem

    • Stress

    • Anxiety

A photo of Holly Stevens, a Clinical Social Worker at Mala Child & Family Institute, sitting on a grey couch, smiling, wearing blue jeans and a floral blouse.

Get to know Holly

  • My favorite quote is by Newt Scamander from Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them:
“My philosophy is that worrying means you suffer twice.”

  • For as long as I could remember, I wanted to go into a field where I was able to help others. I also wanted to work with kids and thought about teaching and nursing for awhile. However, as time went on and I learned more about mental health, my own included, I knew that is where my heart was leading me. I have overcome my own mental health struggles and I wanted to be a safe space for others. I decided to become a mental health professional because I have been helped myself by mental health professionals and know how beneficial it can truly be. I want to help others in their coping strategies and help them grow as a person. I want to let people know they are not alone.

  • I love Mala! The environment is relaxing and inviting. I think my favorite thing about my job is that I learn something new everyday.

  • I wish for every client to leave the office in a better mood than when they arrive. I also hope that through our work together we are able to make strides to help them meet the goals they have set.

  • You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life. By Jen Sincero

  • I am inspired by Selena Gomez. I think it is very brave that she is sharing her struggles with mental health and being so open about something that many people struggle with and may feel embarrassed about.