Lakira Williams , LCSW

Lakira Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina who brings 12 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals and families. 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 Work, and she previously lived and worked in New York City before relocating to North Carolina.

Her career began supporting youth in foster care, foster parents, and birth parents working toward reunification, and she has since expanded her practice to include young mothers, people managing addiction, and adolescents with a range of behavioral and mental health challenges. She has worked with clients facing trauma and abuse, depression and anxiety, ADHD, relationship and family difficulties, and self-esteem concerns, among other issues.

Lakira’s counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She is knowledgeable about cultural diversity and its potential impact on treatment, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each client’s individual needs. Her clinical approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques, psychodynamic insights, and client-centered methods to tailor care to the person in front of her.

Seeking change takes courage, and Lakira focuses on supporting and empowering clients with practical tools to pursue their goals and reach their potential. She welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with those ready to take the next step toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Lakira integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her online practice to meet a range of needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values to guide meaningful action, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathetic relationship in which the therapist follows the client’s lead and helps create a supportive space for self-exploration and growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often providing practical strategies for managing depression, anxiety, and coping challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lakira works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the plan reflects what is most helpful for the client.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to engage from different locations and at convenient times. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy schedules, and access licensed professionals who can support progress between appointments.