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Angela Williams

Angela Williams

LMHC

Therapist · New York · 10+ years of experience

Calm practical support for strong emotions

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  • Focus on anger management
  • Goal oriented work
  • Collaborative approach

About Angela

Angela Williams is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York. She focuses on helping people who are struggling with anger, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, addiction, and other life challenges. Angela aims to offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about what brought them to counseling and set clear goals for change.

She brings ten years of clinical experience to her work. Her personal experiences with grief, divorce, parenting, and family members who faced mental health and addiction issues shape her perspective. That background helps her relate to people facing similar struggles without making assumptions.

Angela uses practical approaches to help people manage feelings and rebuild daily routines. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and on Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach skills for handling intense emotions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and attachment-informed ideas also inform her work when they fit a person's needs.

Sessions emphasize straightforward strategies and small, doable steps. Angela often helps people build clearer communication, improve sleep and eating patterns, and reduce impulsive behaviors linked to anger or substance use. She also supports people navigating major life shifts like caregiving, career changes, or grief.

Her approach centers on collaboration. Angela listens first, then develops a plan with each person. Prospective clients choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

How therapy approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then focus on actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical steps to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, sleep and eating concerns, and mood changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication, which can help when anger or impulsive behaviors feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will listen to your situation and goals, then suggest methods that fit your needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as progress is made.

The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow continuity through moves or schedule changes and can support people who need to balance caregiving, work, and appointments.

At a glance

Listed location
New York
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
LMHC
Languages
English
License (New York)
LMHC · No. 0088121
NPI
1407238884

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?

Angela works with issues such as anger, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, addictions, grief, and parenting concerns. She also addresses areas like self-esteem, intimacy, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe the style of therapy?

Her style is practical and collaborative. Angela listens first, then helps people set clear goals and practice skills between sessions.

What is her clinical background?

She has ten years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of challenges, drawing on both personal and professional experience.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with this clinician?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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