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John Williams

Compassionate, practical care for life’s challenges

LPC Georgia

Experience
12 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About John

John Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia who works with people facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.

Background and approach

He also addresses complexities such as bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and challenges that arise from family dynamics or attachment wounds. Drawing on a dozen years of clinical experience, he blends practical strategies with thoughtful listening to support clients through difficult transitions and recurring patterns.

He uses structured, evidence-informed methods to help clients develop new coping skills, improve communication, and process painful experiences like abandonment, guilt, or shame. His practice emphasizes collaboration and skill-building, aiming to reduce unhelpful behaviors related to substance use, codependency, or control issues while fostering healthier relationships and greater emotional balance.

John brings particular attention to family of origin concerns, fatherhood issues, and forgiveness work, helping people move from feeling stuck to making deliberate, values-driven changes.

How targeted approaches translate to online care



John frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in his work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors. ACT emphasizes values-driven action and willingness to experience difficult emotions, helping clients build a meaningful life even while uncomfortable feelings are present.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative work between therapist and client. He will explore a person’s goals, preferences, and challenges and adjust methods over time so the treatment fits the individual rather than forcing a single technique. That process often blends skill practice, experiential exercises, and problem-solving tailored to each person’s needs.

Online therapy with this clinician is offered through multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to maintain continuity during transitions. These options support flexibility for scheduling and let clients use the communication style that feels most helpful while working toward clearer thinking, improved coping, and stronger relationships.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem struggles, bipolar concerns, compassion fatigue, and related family or attachment issues.
What is the therapist’s general approach in sessions?
The practice emphasizes structured, skills-based work combined with collaborative exploration, drawing on methods that help clients change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors while clarifying personal values and goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience working with people on addiction, trauma, family dynamics, and other complex life challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC licensed in Georgia with the license identifier GA LPC LPC011387 and practices from that state.
Can people who live outside the United States work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients and can work with people who live in other countries, subject to scheduling and regional considerations.
Which session formats are offered?
Sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
What does therapy cost and how are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with this clinician?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementDepression

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexualityWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English