Deanna Williams
LCSW supporting anxiety, grief, addictions, and life transitions
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About
Deanna Williams is a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of practice supporting individuals through complex life challenges. She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and maintains licenses in Tennessee (TN LCSW 7789) and Alabama (AL LICSW 4722C). Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, and related concerns such as bipolar mood disorder and anger management.
Her additional areas of attention include aging and geriatric issues, cancer, caregiver stress, hospice and end-of-life counseling, postpartum depression, isolation and loneliness, and young adult concerns. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy alongside cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior strategies, and uses motivational interviewing when addressing substance use and readiness for change.
Deanna aims to create a respectful, faith-sensitive space where individuals can explore communication patterns, build coping strategies, and address co-occurring challenges. She provides services in English and practices from Alabama, offering collaborative, skills-informed support for those navigating transitions and chronic stressors.
Her additional areas of attention include aging and geriatric issues, cancer, caregiver stress, hospice and end-of-life counseling, postpartum depression, isolation and loneliness, and young adult concerns. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy alongside cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior strategies, and uses motivational interviewing when addressing substance use and readiness for change.
Deanna aims to create a respectful, faith-sensitive space where individuals can explore communication patterns, build coping strategies, and address co-occurring challenges. She provides services in English and practices from Alabama, offering collaborative, skills-informed support for those navigating transitions and chronic stressors.
- Location:
- Alabama, United States
- Years Experience:
- 8
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Cancer, Communication problems, Isolation / loneliness, Postpartum depression, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TN LCSW 7789, AL LICSW 4722C
- NPI Number: 1164160123
- License: LICSW (Alabama), LCSW (Tennessee), LISW (South Carolina), LCSW (Florida), LCSW (Louisiana)
Remote therapy with structured, collaborative methods
Deanna offers remote sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. She integrates Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize listening and collaboration, creating a pace guided by the individual rather than the clinician. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to help identify and work with thoughts and behaviors that contribute to stress, anxiety, or depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy introduces practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Motivational Interviewing is available when addressing ambivalence about change, particularly in the context of drug and alcohol addiction or other behavior shifts. These approaches are presented in a collaborative way, suited for people who prefer either skill-building or reflective conversation. Sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging are offered so individuals can choose the format that fits their needs.What is Deanna Williams's clinical experience?
She has eight years of experience as a licensed therapist working with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and related concerns.
What credentials and licenses does she hold?
Deanna holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and is licensed as TN LCSW 7789 and AL LICSW 4722C.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
The profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is she based?
She practices from Alabama.
How can I meet with her for therapy?
Appointments are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
No. The profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
What does it cost to work with her?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by using the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire to connect with her.