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Lakira Williams, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 12 years experience
  • Trauma and abuse care
  • Family and parenting support
  • Stress and anxiety support

About Lakira Williams

Lakira Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) living in North Carolina, originally from New York City. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Virginia State University and a Master of Social Work from Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work, and she brings 12 years of clinical experience to her practice.

Her early work focused on youth in foster care, supporting foster parents and birth parents as they worked toward reunification. Over the years she has counseled young mothers, people managing addiction, and adolescents with behavioral concerns and a range of mental health symptoms. Her clinical experience spans trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, family relationship issues, and self-esteem concerns.

Williams uses a warm, interactive counseling style that emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She is attentive to cultural diversity and how cultural factors can influence treatment. Her therapeutic approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, psychodynamic perspectives, and client-centered methods, with treatment plans and conversations tailored to each person’s unique needs.

She encourages those ready to pursue a more fulfilling life to take the first step, offering support and practical tools to help clients work toward their goals and reach their potential. Lakira Williams looks forward to partnering with individuals and families on their path to change.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lakira Williams have?

Lakira Williams has 12 years of experience providing counseling to individuals and families.

Is Lakira Williams a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 087801 and NC LCSW C012610.

In which languages does Lakira Williams provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Lakira Williams located?

She is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Lakira Williams as my therapist?

You can work with Lakira Williams through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lakira Williams work with international clients?

No. Lakira Williams does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lakira Williams cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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A major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that suits them best, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to maintain continuity of care.

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