About Holli
Holli grew up in Montreal in a close-knit community where friends and family were central, creating a space filled with stories and conversations. Known early on as the resident therapist, she had a natural ability to listen and engage with topics ranging from relationships and family to fitness, fashion, and finances.
Holli earned a BA in Psychology from McGill University before pursuing an associate’s degree in Fashion Buying and Merchandising at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). Her time in the buying office at Bergdorf Goodman provided firsthand insight into the high-end fashion industry in New York City. While invaluable, that experience clarified what she didn’t want—a life consumed by the chaos of the fashion world. Instead, it reinforced her appreciation for the creativity, textures, and fabrics that defined the industry.
Determined to explore the intersection of fashion, appearance, and psychology, Holli returned to university to deepen her understanding. She earned an MA in Social Work from New York University (NYU), with a focus on body image and the influence of physical appearance on self-esteem. Her work centres on bridging the gap between how we present ourselves externally and our internal sense of self, helping clients navigate the ambivalence between who they appear to be and who they truly are.
Holli’s Experience
Holli’s international experience equips her with a deep sensitivity to the cultural nuances of living in a different country. As a working mother of three, she fully understands the complexities, expectations, and anxieties that often accompany 21st-century London life. Her blend of compassion, understanding, and professional experience enables her to connect positively with clients, empowering them to make the meaningful changes they seek.
Holli’s lifelong interest in the connection between physical changes and emotional well-being has been a driving force in her career. As a teenager, she witnessed the emotional impact of cancer treatment on a close family member, becoming acutely aware of how external changes can profoundly affect one’s internal self. This sparked her curiosity and dedication to helping others navigate the challenges of physical transformation. Whether it’s dissatisfaction with a part of their physical appearance or changes caused by life events such as scarring, burns, pregnancy, or ageing,
Holli works with clients to overcome the barriers that prevent them from living fully and authentically. By approaching her work through a body image lens, she is able to help clients in a more holistic way, addressing how they feel in their bodies, the roles food and appearance play, and how to integrate their physical experiences to support and strengthen self-esteem.
In 2020, Holli became the Wellbeing Director of The Soke, a private mental health and wellness centre in Chelsea. There, she specialises in addressing common behavioural health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and other non-acute disorders, while continuing her work with body image and self-esteem in a holistic and integrative way.