Michelle Holdeman

Michelle Holdeman is a therapist and founder of the group practice New Connections Mental Health, a practice specializing in children, teens, and families across Hays, Kansas and the surrounding rural region. Her work centers on play therapy and trauma-informed care, built on the belief that a child's behavior, whether it's a meltdown, a slammed door, or total silence, tells a story rather than something to correct. Her work reflects New Connections' broader mission: helping kids build emotional regulation and resilience through evidence-based play therapy, while equipping parents with the tools and confidence to feel less like referees and more like partners in their child's growth.