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Monica Williams

Monica Williams

LISW

Ohio

Direct, compassionate support for addiction and anxiety

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At a glance

Credentials
LISW
License
LISW, Ohio / I.2002288-SUPV
Experience
7 years
Languages
English
Location
Ohio

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    • Clear practical tools
    • Focus on motivation
    • Values‑based work

    About Monica

    Monica Williams is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) based in Ohio. She earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Cincinnati in 2018 and has worked in addiction and mental health services for seven years. Monica aims to offer steady, practical help to people feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

    She focuses on addiction, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and building self-love and self-esteem. Monica says she became a social worker because she wanted to provide the kind of support she lacked growing up. That experience shapes how she listens and responds in sessions.

    Her style is direct but compassionate. She talks plainly about challenges and offers tools clients can try between meetings. Sessions often involve setting small, achievable steps and reviewing what worked or what got in the way.

    Monica uses approaches such as Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Client-Centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques. These methods are used to help with motivation, managing difficult thoughts, and building habits that match personal values.

    People who do best with her approach often want clear guidance and practical strategies. Monica works collaboratively to set goals and adjust plans as needs change. Prospective clients can expect straightforward conversation and an emphasis on real-world progress.

  2. Therapeutic approaches and online work

    Monica uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find and strengthen their own reasons for change, especially around addiction and behavior change. This approach focuses on listening, gentle questions, and building motivation rather than pushing advice.

    She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match their values. Client-Centered Therapy is used to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where a person leads the work and the therapist follows their concerns.

    Finding the right approach is part of the process. Monica works with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. She frames therapy as a collaboration and adjusts strategies as progress and circumstances change.

    If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Talk with the therapist about scheduling and the format that will best support your goals.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD

    Also works with

    AddictionsAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

    Experience

    7+ years

    Listed in

    Ohio

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns can Monica help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, self-esteem, and related issues such as codependency, body image, and life purpose.

    What is her therapeutic style?

    Her approach is straightforward and compassionate, offering practical tools, small goals, and honest conversation to help people move forward.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has seven years of experience working in addiction and mental health services after completing a Master of Social Work in 2018.

    What are her credentials and location?

    She holds an LISW credential and practices in Ohio.

    Which languages are supported?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    She does not accept international clients at this time.

    How are sessions paid for?

    Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with her?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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