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Dr. Derrick Williams, LPC

  • Experience35 years
  • LocationPennsylvania
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Anger
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Derrick

Dr. Derrick Williams brings 35 years of clinical practice to his work with people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD.

Background and approach

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credentialed in South Carolina and Pennsylvania, and he frames care around respect, sensitivity, and compassion. His approach is individualized, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit each client's circumstances and goals.

Beyond those core concerns, he has experience addressing matters such as adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, first responder issues, infidelity, intellectual disability, jealousy, postpartum depression, and self-harm. Derrick emphasizes collaborative planning and practical steps toward greater motivation, confidence, and emotional balance.

He encourages people to take the first step toward a more fulfilling life and offers steady support throughout the change process.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Dr. Derrick Williams uses well-established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and build skills. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and difficulties with attention and motivation. Skills-based strategies for emotion regulation and anger management teach practical tools for coping with intense feelings and improving self-control.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and then adapts methods over time so treatment fits the individual's needs rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow people to engage in regular sessions from different locations and to select formats that match their communication style and schedule, making it easier to maintain continuity of care while pursuing meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Dr. Derrick Williams works with a range of difficulties including stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem challenges, depression, and ADHD, as well as related topics such as adoption and foster care, postpartum depression, and self-harm.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person's needs and goals.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 35 years of professional experience working with clients across a range of mental health concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
The therapist holds LPC credentials in South Carolina and Pennsylvania, and his practice is associated with Pennsylvania for client services.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and provides services to people who are located outside the United States.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeFirst responder issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyPostpartum depressionSelf-harm

Experience

35+ years

Licensed

Pennsylvania, South Carolina

Languages

English