Phyllis Williams
My name is Phyllis Williams. I am an Associate Professional Counselor licensed in the state of Georgia and New York. I am also the proud owner of Tuyee Holistic Services LLC. A little bit on my educational background. I obtained my Masters in Science degree from CUNY-Hunter College School of Education with a concentration in Mental Health Counseling, in addition to my Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology. A little bit on my theoretical approach. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy by applying a combination of therapeutic strategies to fit the individualized needs of my clients. I specialize in the use of, but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Psychodynamic Theory with a Solution Focused & Person-Centered Approach.
First session
I aim for my clients to feel seen and heard in their first session. Rapport building is crucial for you to feel safe and vulnerable in our sessions. I aim for my clients to feel light with an added on level of awareness of themselves at the end of every session. My therapeutic approach is warm, empathetic, inquisitive, inspiring, encouraging and open minded.
Strengths
I specialize in anxiety, depression, personality disorders, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, grief, trauma, post-natal trauma, relationship conflict & familial conflict, etc. I have experience providing individual counseling (child & adult), group counseling, couples therapy & family counseling in outpatient, inpatient & community based settings. I have worked in various fields of mental health namely applied behavioral analysis, developmental disabilities, OPWDD, DBHDD, case management, community intervention, crisis intervention, evidenced based practice & private practice. My therapeutic style is challenging, encouraging, empathetic, warm and open minded.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who is not merely focused on being perfect, but rather someone who makes mistakes at times but is willing to do the work outside of therapy. It’s okay to fall back on your progress sometimes but the important aspect is reminding yourself that the healing journey isn’t linear and it takes time, acknowledgement, dedication, and effort.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Challenging negative thoughts process, reframing and restructuring harmful ideas that may lead to unhealthy behavioral patterns. The goal is to achieve changed behavior.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Mindfulness, grounding, self awareness and reflection, exploring the wise and emotional mind, distress tolerance & emotional regulation skills.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Focusing on the person as a whole including their environment, cultural inclusivity, belief systems, hobbies and biological factors. Your diagnosis does but define you but rather helps explain behaviors.
Trauma Informed Care
Exploring how trauma impacts behaviors, emotions and the nervous system. Creating a safe, empowering and collaborative environment to help to reduce re-traumatization of experiences.
Location
Virtual sessions