- Family of origin issues
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About LaShonya
Dr. LaShonya Williams is an LPC licensed in Texas with 22 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are dealing with family conflict, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strains, parenting pressures, low self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses family of origin issues and related patterns that carry into adult life.
Dr. Williams approaches people as the experts on their own stories. Sessions focus on identifying current patterns that trace back to early family roles and expectations. She listens for repeated behaviors, communication habits, and control dynamics that commonly cause friction now. Work in session includes practical steps to test new ways of relating and managing emotion.
Her style draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes understanding a person's perspective and building on strengths. CBT focuses on noticing thought and behavior patterns and trying small experiments to change them.
In early sessions she will assess what matters most to the client and outline concrete goals. Sessions are generally conversational, with some skill building and homework when helpful. She encourages clear communication practice and strategies for handling anger and stress.
Her practice is rooted in two decades of experience in Texas settings. Adults who are bothered by persistent family patterns, difficulty with intimacy, or unresolved childhood dynamics may find this practical, straightforward approach useful. If you want to address how your family of origin still affects your life, Dr. Williams helps people take the first steps.
How her approaches are used for online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on hearing the client's perspective and building on existing strengths. It is useful for people who want to talk through family roles, communication problems, or feelings that stem from childhood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress related to relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Dr. Williams will discuss goals and preferences and will recommend a combination of Client-Centered techniques and CBT exercises when they fit. The process is collaborative and adjusts based on what the client notices is helping.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are scheduled. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce time spent traveling to appointments. Licensed professionals can use talking and written exercises during remote sessions, and sessions can be arranged to suit work and family rhythms.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with family problems, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting strain, self-esteem, and depression.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her work uses Client-Centered Therapy to understand your perspective and CBT to identify thought and behavior patterns to change.
How much experience does she have?
She has 22 years of professional experience in clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LPC credential and is licensed in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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