Connor Holien Counseling Intern

Connor Holien, Counseling Intern specializing in existential anxiety, relationship challenges, and young adult support at 70 West Counseling.

Connor Holien

Counselor Intern

Connor Holien: High-Value Counseling & Existential Support

Healing should be accessible. Connor Holien: High-Value Counseling & Existential Support at 70 West Counseling is dedicated to helping clients re-author their story without financial strain. Specifically, as a Counseling Intern, Connor provides affordable counseling in Arvada for young adults and teens. Furthermore, he uses a holistic, existential approach to help clients navigate anxiety, grief & loss, and relationship challenges. Ultimately, Connor empowers you to find clarity, direction, and resilience in every chapter of your life.

Practice Areas

Mental health

Anxiety & Stress

Depression & Self-Esteem

Relationship Challenges

Grief and Loss

Codependency

Education & Specialties

MA Student (CCU)

BA – Counseling-Psychology – Colorado Mesa University – 2023

Existential Focus

Counseling Philosophy

Whole-Person Perspective

Integrated Faith-Based

Holistic approach

Unconditional Positive Regard

Existential Perspective

Therapeutic Approaches 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Existential Therapy

Person-Centered

Mindfulness/Grounding

Narrative Therapy (re-authoring)

Strengths-Based

Experience

Connor’s clinical experience includes providing direct services to adults, young adults, and teens. His approach to healing is relational, prioritizing a nurturing environment built on unconditional positive regard, empathy, and genuine listening. As an intern, he supports clients in achieving their therapy goals by integrating various approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral strategies, Mindfulness, and Existential work, while focusing on Strengths-Based and Values-Driven change. He helps individuals navigate challenges like Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Challenges, Addiction, and Grief & Loss, always striving to create a safe space where clients feel seen and empowered

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)93%93%
  • Existential Therapy93%93%
  • Person-Centered92%92%
  • Narrative Therapy97%97%
  • Mindfulness93%93%