Willie Whited, LCSW, CSW
LCSW specializing in trauma and addiction
- Trauma and addiction
- Attachment and relationships
- Over 30 years experience
About Willie Whited
Willie Whited is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 31 years of experience supporting people through complex mental health and life challenges. He holds a master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling and maintains LCSW and CSW credentials, demonstrating licensure to provide clinical social work services in the state of Georgia. Over his career he has worked with individuals facing serious mental illnesses, personality disorders that disrupt daily functioning, and co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions.
His work with co-occurring disorders earned recognition from the NAACP and included completion of certification through the Morehouse School of Medicine Community Health Leadership Program at the Satcher Health Leadership Institute. While much of his practice has focused on adults, he also brings ten years of experience working with children and adolescents in community settings and designated facilities.
Willie’s therapeutic approach is eclectic and person-centered, shaped by the motivations and needs of each individual. He frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside other techniques that align with evidence-based best practices, tailoring interventions to the specific concerns presented. He aims to help people identify distractions, recognize opportunities for change, and move toward greater self-fulfillment. Willie welcomes those ready to begin that process and supports each step of their journey.
His work with co-occurring disorders earned recognition from the NAACP and included completion of certification through the Morehouse School of Medicine Community Health Leadership Program at the Satcher Health Leadership Institute. While much of his practice has focused on adults, he also brings ten years of experience working with children and adolescents in community settings and designated facilities.
Willie’s therapeutic approach is eclectic and person-centered, shaped by the motivations and needs of each individual. He frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside other techniques that align with evidence-based best practices, tailoring interventions to the specific concerns presented. He aims to help people identify distractions, recognize opportunities for change, and move toward greater self-fulfillment. Willie welcomes those ready to begin that process and supports each step of their journey.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesDependent personalityDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Willie Whited have?
Willie Whited has 31 years of professional experience in mental health.
Is Willie Whited a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Georgia. License details: GA LCSW CSW002541.
In which languages does Willie Whited provide therapy?
Willie provides therapy in English.
Where is Willie Whited located?
He is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Willie Whited as my therapist?
You can work with Willie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Willie Whited work with international clients?
Willie Whited does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Willie Whited 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 a 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.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Willie uses several evidence-informed approaches when working online, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult feelings without getting stuck in them, and take committed steps toward a meaningful life - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and helps clients explore how early connections influence current attachment, which can be helpful for intimacy, abandonment, and relationship difficulties. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often applied to anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Willie will work with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and needs, and then tailor interventions to fit those priorities. This partnership helps ensure the methods used align with what the client finds most helpful.
Online therapy with Willie is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options allow people to engage in therapy from home or work, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care even when life circumstances make in-person visits difficult.