Lisa Williams

If you're a teen who feels like anxiety or school stress is running the show, or a parent trying to figure out how to help without making it worse, you don't have to sort it out alone. I've spent over 20 years working with teens and adults, including 11 years as a high school counselor, sitting with exactly this: the anxiety that won't quiet down, the grief that hasn't had room to breathe, or family pressure that feels impossible to untangle. I also work closely with parents and schools, so support doesn't stop at the therapy room door.

Clients tend to describe me as warm and easy to talk to, and I keep things conversational rather than clinical. We'll start wherever you are, and I'll ask questions that help us both get clear on what's actually going on and what kind of support would help. My work leans on cognitive-behavioral and trauma-informed approaches, tailored rather than scripted, so sessions build tools you can actually use once you leave. If faith is part of your life, I'm glad to bring that into our work too, if you want.

Our first session is really just a conversation about what brought you in and what you're hoping feels different. You set the pace, there's no script and no pressure to have it all figured out. If you're a teen, we might start with school, friendships, or the stuff that's hard to put into words. If you're an adult, we'll dig into whatever's been weighing on you. Either way, you'll walk out with something practical before we even meet again.