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Kiara Williams

Practical therapy focused on strengths and change

LMHC New York

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Kiara

Kiara Williams is a licensed mental health counselor based in New York who guides people working through stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and challenges with self-esteem and coping with life changes.

Background and approach

She centers the client as the expert on their own story and builds on existing strengths to help navigate difficult transitions. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and practical skill-building so clients can pursue more fulfilling, sustainable change.

With eight years of professional experience, Kiara integrates evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to tailor support to each person’s goals. She also addresses related areas such as body image, communication problems, mood disorders, and cultivating self-love.

Kiara frames the work as a partnership, offering steady support while helping clients develop tools for everyday life.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns by teaching concrete skills for managing anxiety, low mood, and everyday stressors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing difficult thoughts and emotions while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward a meaningful life. Both approaches emphasize practical exercises that can be practiced between sessions to support steady progress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and adjusts the plan as progress and priorities evolve. Clients can expect to set focused goals together and to review what works during the course of care.

Online sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from home or on the go, accommodate varying routines, and use brief check-ins or longer sessions depending on what a client needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kiara commonly address?
She works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, low self-esteem, and challenges coping with life changes. Additional focuses include body image, communication problems, mood disorders, and self-love.
What is Kiara's therapeutic style?
Her practice emphasizes a collaborative, strengths-based approach that combines practical skill-building with reflective work. She uses evidence-informed techniques to help clients set and pursue meaningful goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kiara has eight years of professional experience working with a range of issues related to mood, relationships, and daily stressors.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with license number NY LMHC 014468.
Does she offer services in languages other than English?
Sessions are provided in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Kiara offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Body imageCommunication problemsMood disordersSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English