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Nikita Williams, LCSW

Experienced LCSW specializing in trauma and relationships
  • Trauma and abuse
  • CBT and DBT
  • Family and relationships

About Nikita Williams

Nikita Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 12 years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She has worked with diverse populations addressing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, family therapy needs, relationship and parenting concerns, addictions, and other emotional and behavioral issues. Her scope also includes work with attachment and abandonment issues, blended family dynamics, communication and control struggles, and healing from domestic violence and family-of-origin problems.

Nikita blends trauma-informed perspectives with practical skills-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) while applying a holistic, client-centered approach that prioritizes connection. She emphasizes tailoring treatment to each person, combining empathy and warmth with direct, honest communication to build a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust and realism. As an LCSW, she brings social work training and clinical licensure to her psychotherapy practice, which qualifies her to assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral concerns.

Nikita describes her stance as non-judgmental and supportive, and she focuses on creating individualized plans that reflect each client’s needs and goals. She is not accepting new clients at this time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger management

Also Specializes In

AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nikita Williams have?

Nikita Williams has 12 years of clinical experience.

Is Nikita Williams a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 086150.

In which languages does Nikita Williams provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Nikita Williams located?

Nikita Williams is located in New York.

How can I work with Nikita Williams as my therapist?

You can work with Nikita Williams through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Nikita Williams work with international clients?

Yes, Nikita Williams works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nikita Williams cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches and Online Care with Nikita Williams

Nikita integrates several evidence-informed approaches to meet clients where they are. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an empathetic, non-judgmental space in which the client’s goals and experiences guide the work - this approach is helpful for building trust, exploring identity, and improving self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies and teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Nikita will assess a client’s needs, goals, and preferences and work together to tailor techniques and priorities over time, adjusting the plan as progress and circumstances evolve. Licensed professionals often combine methods to best support each person.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, provide access across locations, and allow clients to choose formats that feel most comfortable for sharing and practicing new skills.

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