Valerie Williams , LCSW

Valerie Williams is a licensed clinical social worker who brings a compassionate, client-focused approach to helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, depression, and major life changes. Born and raised in Oakland, California, she earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Sacramento and practices as an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her background includes work with pregnant and parenting women affected by substance use and their families, male and female teenagers in group homes, and service as a Christian counselor in ministry.

She uses an eclectic mix of therapeutic methods and adapts her approach to each person’s needs, drawing on solution-focused brief therapy, psychodynamic ideas, and cognitive behavioral techniques to address symptoms and improve coping. Valerie emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction, and she collaborates with clients to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each individual’s circumstances and goals.

Valerie supports new parents with attachment and bonding concerns, assists people facing divorce or separation and communication problems, and offers guidance around forgiveness and women’s issues. She is licensed only in the State of California and is unable to provide services if a client is located outside California or outside the country at the time of a call. She also asks clients to verify their identity and location before each call to protect identity, and she is committed to supporting people through the often difficult first steps of seeking therapy.