Lakira Williams, LCSW

Lakira Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 12 years of clinical experience. 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. The LCSW credential indicates advanced training in clinical social work and the ability to provide professional therapeutic services.

Her career began by counseling youth in foster care and supporting foster and birth parents through reunification efforts. She has also worked with young mothers, people facing addiction, and adolescents with a range of behavioral and mental health challenges. Over the past 12 years she has supported individuals and families dealing with trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, family relationship concerns, and self-esteem issues.

Known for a warm and interactive counseling style, Lakira approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She is attentive to cultural diversity and how it may influence treatment. Clinically she blends cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and client-centered techniques, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to meet each person’s unique needs.

Seeking help is a courageous step, and Lakira frames her work around supporting and empowering people with practical tools to reach their goals and potential. She looks forward to partnering with clients who are ready to make meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values and taking small steps toward a more meaningful life. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and adjusting to life changes.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration. This approach supports self-exploration, builds self-esteem, and can help with relationship concerns, grief, and processing emotional wounds.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior and developing practical skills to change them. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and challenges such as addiction or impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lakira will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. The therapist adapts techniques over time to match progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other responsibilities, and to maintain continuity of support during transitions or busy periods.