William Lyons, LPC
Alabama LPC helping with trauma and addiction
- Trauma and addiction
- Weekend appointments
- Accepts international clients
About William Lyons
William Lyons is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Alabama with three decades of experience supporting people through life’s most difficult challenges. He combines a strengths-based outlook with practical therapeutic techniques to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, and a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. He approaches each person with respect for their expertise about their own life and works collaboratively to identify new strategies that fit the client’s values and goals.
Drawing on evidence-informed methods including client-centered work, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and skills-based therapies, he helps clients build coping skills, process painful experiences, and restore a sense of agency. William has a long history of working with issues such as substance use, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar concerns, intimacy and family challenges, and compassion fatigue among helping professionals. He also supports people navigating adoption and foster care matters, first responder and veteran-related stress, and the effects of loss and separation.
William offers flexible scheduling with appointments available on weekends to accommodate busy lives. He accepts new clients, including international clients, and provides therapy in English. He encourages anyone taking the first step toward support to reach out and explore whether his approach is a good fit for their needs.
Drawing on evidence-informed methods including client-centered work, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and skills-based therapies, he helps clients build coping skills, process painful experiences, and restore a sense of agency. William has a long history of working with issues such as substance use, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar concerns, intimacy and family challenges, and compassion fatigue among helping professionals. He also supports people navigating adoption and foster care matters, first responder and veteran-related stress, and the effects of loss and separation.
William offers flexible scheduling with appointments available on weekends to accommodate busy lives. He accepts new clients, including international clients, and provides therapy in English. He encourages anyone taking the first step toward support to reach out and explore whether his approach is a good fit for their needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does William Lyons have?
William Lyons has 30 years of professional experience in counseling and related work.
Is William Lyons a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AL LPC LPC04314.
In which languages does William Lyons provide therapy?
William provides therapy in English.
Where is William Lyons located?
William is located in Alabama.
How can I work with William Lyons as my therapist?
You can work with William through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does William Lyons work with international clients?
Yes, William works with international clients.
How much does therapy with William Lyons 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 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.
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care
William uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client’s own goals and lived experience guide the work. This approach emphasizes active listening and collaboration, and it is often helpful for people seeking greater clarity, self-understanding, and practical change.
He also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing concrete strategies to change behaviors and reduce distress. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) features in his practice when clients need skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is particularly useful for intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship difficulties.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process and is decided collaboratively. William discusses goals, preferences, and practical needs with each person to tailor a plan that fits their situation.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without rearranging major commitments, helping clients engage in therapy in ways that work for their daily lives.