Alicia Williams

Compassionate, skills-based counseling for growth

LMSW Michigan

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Alicia

Alicia Williams is a licensed social worker with five years of clinical practice in Michigan who draws on collaborative, evidence-informed methods to help people address stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and self-esteem concerns.

Background and approach

She centers care on each person’s strengths, encouraging clients to use their own knowledge and life experience as the foundation for change while offering structured tools and guidance when needed.

Her work spans a broad range of concerns including coping with life transitions, grief, parenting challenges, mood disorders, ADHD, panic and social anxiety, and issues related to identity and relationships. Alicia integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered listening, dialectical behavior strategies, mindfulness practices, and psychodynamic insight to tailor support to what each client brings to sessions.

Clients can expect an approach grounded in respect and partnership, with an emphasis on practical skills, emotional awareness, and exploring patterns that maintain distress. Alicia accepts international clients and works in English, and she frames the decision to begin therapy as a courageous first step toward greater well-being.

Practical approaches for online therapy and skill building

Many clients work with Alicia using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and to build concrete strategies for reducing anxiety, improving mood, and managing addictions. Client-Centered Therapy is also a core element of her practice, offering empathetic, nonjudgmental listening that helps clients feel heard while they explore goals and make decisions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used when emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness are priorities, offering practical techniques to manage intense feelings.

Deciding on an approach is a collaborative process. Alicia partners with each client to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and she adjusts methods over time so the work stays useful and relevant. This flexible stance helps clients try different strategies and choose what fits best for them.

Online offerings include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make scheduling and participation more flexible. These formats allow work to continue from different locations and can support consistent practice of skills between conversations, making it easier to integrate therapeutic tools into daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Alicia address in therapy?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, self-esteem, coping with life changes, grief, parenting issues, and many related concerns listed in her profile.

What therapeutic style can I expect during sessions?

Her practice blends client-centered listening with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills, mindfulness, and psychodynamic reflection to provide a flexible, collaborative style.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Alicia has five years of professional experience working with a range of mood, anxiety, and behavioral concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds an LMSW and is licensed in Michigan with licence number MI LMSW 6801117296.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts therapy in English.

Which session formats are available for appointments?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps start the process of working together?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsForgivenessLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English