Lakira Williams

Lakira Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage major life changes and daily stressors. She uses a calm, down-to-earth approach so clients can talk through what matters most. Her style is warm and interactive, with respect and sensitivity at the center of each session.

She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Virginia State University and a Master of Social Work from Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work. Lakira has 12 years of experience working in counseling settings. Early in her career she supported youth in foster care, foster parents, and birth parents working toward reunification.

She has also worked with young mothers, people managing addiction, and teenagers with behavioral concerns. Over the years she has helped people facing trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and self-esteem struggles. She pays attention to cultural diversity and how background shapes each persons experience.

Her approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic ideas, and Client-Centered Therapy. Sessions focus on practical conversation, identifying helpful actions, and understanding patterns that keep problems repeating. Treatment plans are tailored to each persons needs and goals.

Lakira aims to support and empower clients as they make change. She helps people build tools for coping, improve communication, and move toward goals. If someone is ready to take a step toward a different life, she offers steady guidance and collaborative planning.

Therapeutic approaches that translate well online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take small, meaningful steps toward them while accepting difficult emotions. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and major life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors to change outcomes; it often helps with anxiety, depression, and practical coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes a respectful, person-led pace so clients feel heard and can guide the work toward what matters most.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be collaborative. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjust the plan over time based on what helps.

Confirm current session formats before booking, since specific delivery options are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find remote work helps keep momentum between sessions and lets them practice skills in everyday settings.