I am a licensed professional counselor in Arkansas with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, anger management, and stress management. I have worked with people of all ages in various settings, including acute care, outpatient, intensive outpatient, school-based, college, and residential care.
My counseling style is collaborative and client-centered. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and will encourage you to do the work to reach your personal goals. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, motivational interviewing, coaching, and reality therapy techniques. I will tailor our dialogue and your treatment plan to meet your unique needs.
It takes courage to seek and work towards a more fulfilling and happier life. Change can be tough, but you don't have to do it alone. If you are ready to seek positive change, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Grief, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
AR LPC P0901004
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Vanessa Williams. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. Williams took the time to listen to me. She made me feel valued. Her insight gave me the tools I needed to pull myself out of my anxiety spiral and get myself back on track. If I ever need anything again, I only want to go to her!
Written on Feb 10, 2025 after therapy with Vanessa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Vanessa is great! When talking to her I feel like she understands what I’m saying and helps me think about better ways to handle each situation we have discussed. She also reassures the good choices and lets me know when I’m correct in my thoughts.
Written on Jan 28, 2025 after therapy with Vanessa for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I have thoroughly enjoyed having Dr. Williams as my therapist. She listens attentively and challenges me to approach certain life matters in a constructive fashion. The space is always safe, and I appreciate the trust I’ve been able to establish with Dr. Williams through her practice
Written on Jan 22, 2025 after therapy with Vanessa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Great experience every time. Things seem to improve exponentially after every session.
Written on Jan 15, 2025 after therapy with Vanessa for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
So far amazing
Written on Nov 04, 2024 after therapy with Vanessa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
I felt safe with Vanessa right away. We had several message visits before we had a video call. She didn't pressure me to make a video appointment and that worked well for me not feeling pressured. She is kind, knowledgeable, and firm. She is a good active listener and made suggestions that made sense for my situation and personality, and bc of that I didn't feel overwhelmed but supported and challenged. All good for growth.
Written on Jul 05, 2023 after therapy with Vanessa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd