Ariel Williams

I am a licensed clinical social worker committed to having a successful therapeutic relationship with clients. I like to empower and collaboratively work with clients to address their concerns, reach their personal goals and optimal potentials. I've always wanted to help people and I've always been a really social person; therapy allows me to do both and serve clients who may not have sought therapy before. Being a Black woman, I understand that people who look like me are least likely to seek therapy; this is one of the reasons I chose to become a therapist. I love interacting with clients from all different backgrounds as this widens my therapeutic practice. I received my undergraduate degree from FSU and my MSW degree from FIU.

I have varied experience treating clients with different mental health struggles. Depression and overall coping with life's adjustments have come to the forefront as a majority of clients present with these issues. My biggest strength as a clinician is meeting clients where they are and helping them to find ways to cope that are tailored to their individual needs. I have experience using treatment modalities such as, CBT, DBT, and crisis intervention.

Your first session with me is a chance for you to say all the things and ask questions. It's important in this session for us to discuss your wants and needs for therapy.