Tashayla Williams
Hi, I'm Dr. Tashayla Williams! I believe counseling is about more than working through life's challenges—it's about discovering who you are, embracing your potential, and intentionally creating the life you want to live.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationships, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to help you find clarity, build confidence, and move forward with purpose.
My approach is warm and collaborative, blending compassion with honest conversations, practical tools, and opportunities for personal growth. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationships, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to help you find clarity, build confidence, and move forward with purpose. I also offer Christian-integrative counseling for clients who wish to incorporate their faith and biblical values into their healing journey. Wherever you are in life, my goal is to meet you there and help you take meaningful steps toward where you want to be.
First session
Our first session is really about getting to know you! I'll ask quite a few questions about your background, life experiences, current challenges, and what you're hoping to gain from counseling. I know that sharing personal details with someone you're just meeting can feel uncomfortable or even overwhelming, and that's completely normal! I want you to know that you don't have to share everything in our first session. You're always welcome to let me know if there's something you're not quite ready to discuss, and we'll have opportunities to explore those things in future sessions when you feel more comfortable. We'll also talk about what you can expect from counseling, how we'll work together, and what your goals might look like moving forward. My hope is that you'll leave our first session feeling heard, supported, and more comfortable with the process. There's no pressure to have everything figured out on day one. We're simply laying the foundation for the work we'll do together as you begin creating the life you want to live.
Strengths
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is knowing when to simply listen and hold space, and when to gently challenge you to think differently or take the next step. I believe there's a time for both! Sometimes you just need someone to hear you, without judgment, advice, or pressure to figure everything out. Other times, you may need someone who is willing to ask the tough questions, offer a different perspective, and lovingly hold you accountable to the goals you've set for yourself. My approach is collaborative, honest, and intentional. I'm not here to tell you how to live your life, but I am here to work alongside you, celebrate your progress, and challenge patterns that may be keeping you from the life you say you want to create. I believe meaningful growth happens when compassion and accountability work together, and that's what I strive to bring into every session.
Ideal clients
My ideal client isn't someone who has it all figured out or feels motivated every single day. It's someone who has a genuine desire to grow, make meaningful changes, and take an active role in creating the life they want to live. You may be navigating anxiety, relationships, life transitions, emotional challenges, or simply feeling stuck and unsure of your next steps. What matters most isn't where you're starting, but your willingness to show up for yourself, even on the difficult days. I enjoy working with clients who are open to honest conversations, willing to explore uncomfortable areas, and recognize that asking for help, support, or accountability is a strength, not a weakness. You don't have to be perfect, have all the answers, or make progress every day. I simply ask that you remain committed to the process, communicate when you're struggling, and be willing to do the work both inside and outside of our sessions. We'll navigate the ups and downs together, with the understanding that meaningful change takes time, intentionality, and grace.
Origin story
My interest in counseling grew from my own life experiences and the realization that, at some point, we all need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgment, and someone who can help us make sense of what we're experiencing. Life has a way of presenting challenges, unexpected changes, and moments when we simply need space to pause, reflect, and process. Those experiences helped me recognize the value of having a safe, supportive space where people can feel heard, understood, and encouraged. I became a therapist because I wanted to offer that same space to others. I truly believe that no one has to navigate every season of life alone, and sometimes having someone walk alongside you can make all the difference as you work toward creating the life you want to live.
Ongoing work together
Our work together will be intentional, collaborative, and centered around the life you're working toward creating. Each session will build on the last as we explore your experiences, identify patterns, develop practical tools, and work toward the goals we've established together. Some sessions may involve processing difficult emotions or simply having space to talk, while others may include honest conversations, gentle challenges, and identifying steps you can take outside of therapy. I believe the real work often happens between sessions, so we'll regularly check in on what you've been practicing, what's working, what's not, and where you may need additional support or accountability. Progress won't always look like a major breakthrough! Sometimes it's recognizing an unhealthy pattern, responding differently to a familiar situation, setting a boundary, or simply becoming more aware of yourself. We'll celebrate those moments while also revisiting your goals and making adjustments as needed. For clients who desire it, we can also incorporate Christian faith and biblical principles into our work together. Ultimately, my goal isn't for you to feel like you need therapy forever, but to help you develop the confidence, skills, and self-awareness to navigate life beyond our sessions. We'll keep working together to turn the changes you want to see into changes you can actually live.
Treatment methods
Faith-based therapy
For clients who desire it, I offer Christian-integrative counseling, which simply means creating space for your faith to be part of your healing and personal growth journey. I believe our beliefs, values, and spiritual lives can play an important role in how we understand ourselves, navigate challenges, and make decisions. Together, we can explore how your relationship with God, biblical principles, prayer, and your personal faith may offer guidance, encouragement, and perspective as we work toward your counseling goals. This doesn't mean every session will focus on Scripture or spirituality, and it certainly doesn't mean I'll impose my beliefs on you. Instead, we'll thoughtfully incorporate your faith in ways that feel meaningful and comfortable to you, alongside practical, evidence-based counseling strategies. My goal is to help you grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually while creating a life that reflects your values, purpose, and the person you're working toward becoming. Faith integration is always your choice, and you're equally welcome whether or not you want spirituality to be part of our sessions.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role isn't to tell you who to be or how to live it. Person-centered counseling is about creating a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, accepted, and comfortable showing up as yourself, without fear of judgment. Sometimes, what we need most is an opportunity to slow down, process our thoughts and emotions, and make sense of what we're experiencing. In our sessions, I'll meet you where you are, listen with compassion, and help you explore what matters most to you. While I value providing a supportive space, I also believe in working together to help you recognize your strengths, build confidence, and discover your own solutions. You won't be pressured to move faster than you're ready, but you'll always be encouraged to grow. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, trust your voice, and feel empowered to make choices that align with the life you want to create.
Location
Virtual sessions