Vernita Williams, LPC — Therapist in Georgia

Hi there, I'm Vernita!

I’m a Georgia LPC with 8 years’ experience helping teens and young adults with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and LGBTQ+ or relationship challenges, and more. I believe in your strengths and support you in finding your own path to growth and healing.

My focus

My clients are individuals who are interested in self-help tools and techniques. I can offer practical advice on managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other common issues. My clients are individuals looking to enhance their personal growth, improve relationships, or develop new skills.

My approach

I offer practical tips and techniques for managing stress, improving emotional well-being, and developing personal skills or exploring therapy concepts without feeling pressure or judgment. Common theoretical approaches I use include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused, and many others.

My communication style

I create a supportive, open, and friendly environment. Our sessions are conversational and judgment-free, focused on your thoughts, ideas, and goals. Whether brainstorming, problem-solving, or chatting, curiosity is encouraged, and the vibe stays positive and engaging.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have a genuine passion for helping others and want to assist in creating positive change in people’s lives. It is very rewarding to witness growth and transformation in the lives of my clients, which makes my work very meaningful. I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve their therapeutic goals and helping them overcome adversity and thrive.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting collaboratively, focusing on what matters most to you. First, we’ll explore your aspirations and motivations to gain clarity on your objectives. Then, we’ll break those goals down into actionable, manageable steps, ensuring they’re specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).

Our first session

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions and rapport building, then examine specific challenges you're facing. We will then collaborate on a plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Behavioral Activation

Dialectical (DBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

LGBTQIA+

Single Mother

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Military/Veterans

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Preteens
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Regence
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Community Counseling from Clark Atlanta University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Vernita Williams