Elaine Williams
Any clients ages 16+ are welcome to work with me! My specialties are depression and anxiety, but I have experience with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, OCD, Bi-polar Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Schizophrenia, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Substance Use Disorders (SUD), and so much more! I welcome couples and family therapy which shares a special place in my heart. I am here to help you on your wellness journey. My goal is to give you the tools to live a hopeful, fulfilling, and peaceful life with deep interpersonal relationships. My style is ecelectic. I believe in being the therapist the client needs. I am here to serve you. However, my specialties include person centered, CBT, DBT, and Motivational interviewing.
First session
Our first session will be focused on building trust and rapport. I want to know you and yours goals so I can best serve your needs.
Strengths
I have a balance of giving clients the time and space to express themselves without judgment, while also helping them identify gaps and distortions in their thought processes that may be contributing to their interpersonal conflicts. My style is ecclectic in nature.
Ideal clients
My ideal client population are clients struggling with poor stress management, anxiety, and or depression. I'm well versed in various effective coping techniques to help manage these symptoms; to include grounding techniques and mindfulness. I also enjoy working with couples. I've been married almost 19 years and enjoy helping couples find meaning and joy within their relationship. Lastly, I work well with families and individuals in transitionary stages of life that need guidance on how to navigate environmental and interpersonal changes.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive restructuring and neuroplastisity will help clients change their way of thinking to better process their perspectives.
Christian Counseling
Administering of faith into coping techniques. Therapist will use the client's faith as the basis of goals and interpersonal relationships.
Couples Counseling
Focus is on healthy communication styles. Teaching couples how to consider one another in their communication styles.
Faith-based therapy
Help clients use their faith as a way of dealing with life issues. Therapist will use the client's faith as the basis of goals and interpersonal relationships.
Location
Virtual sessions