I have see quite a few therapists over the year. I can honestly say that William is one of the best I have ever worked with. He understands everything that is going on in my life and is able to offer practical advice in a meaningful way. I definitely recommend working with him!
William Washington, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
William is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with William. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Kentucky
Recent reviews
Great Guy, very responsive and knowledgeable. I enjoy working with him.
More about William
- 18 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Kentucky with 18 years of professional clinical experience. I have extensive experience and expertise in working with children, adolescents, young adults and adults on a number of different specialty areas, including medical stress, life adjustments, trauma, goal planning, life transitions, relationship issues, stress management, anxiety, codependency issues, blended family issues, multicultural issues, personality disorders, self-esteem issues, substance abuse issues, sexual dysfunction issues and depression. I obtained my master’s degree in social work from Spalding University and has since worked with thousands of individuals, couples, and groups. I am specially trained in dialectical behavior therapy and eye movement desensitization reprocessing therapy. I am a board-certified clinical social worker who has done research and completed scholarly peer review journal articles on substance abuse, child welfare legal representation, foster youth in post-secondary education and mobile app services for the child welfare system. I am currently an adjunct faculty member in social work at Utica College. I have extensive experience in training and teaching social work students. I am trained in solution focused therapy and my goal is to reduce mental health stigma and providing high quality treatment in the mental health field. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Licenses
William Washington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306260740.
- LCSW · Kentucky · 4076 · Expires June 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for William Washington
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have see quite a few therapists over the year. I can honestly say that William is one of the best I have ever worked with. He understands everything that is going on in my life and is able to offer practical advice in a meaningful way. I definitely recommend working with him!
Great Guy, very responsive and knowledgeable. I enjoy working with him.
I haven’t know him for long but I’ll say he care about who you are
Greatly helps. Husband and wife find it helpful.
William is a fantastic therapist. Kind and intuitive and very intelligent. His support had meant so much to me and has helped through very difficult challenges.
Dr. Washington is very kind, caring, and capable. The articles and surveys he sends me are very helpful as well. I feel cared for and am improving my outlook with all the tools and talk therapy.
Mr. William is great. He is helping me with copying skills and setting boundaries.
William has demonstrated wisdom beyond his years. He understands a wide variety of topics and has helped me apply therapeutic principles in my daily activities and relationships. I would recommend him for clients young or old alike.
William has been nothing short of perfect. He has always listened to me, helped to dissect the problems, understood prior issues and has dealt with my issues incredibly sensitively but productively. He responds in a timely manner, is polite and makes me feel like my time is valued. Even after a few sessions the impact from my sessions is clear and I am already feeling better - he makes me feel like I am able to talk to him about anything. Thank you for your time William!
Frequently asked questions
Does William Washington offer telehealth visits?
Yes. William Washington works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does William Washington speak?
William Washington speaks English.
How many years of experience does William Washington have?
William Washington has 18 years of experience.
Where is William Washington licensed to practice?
William Washington is licensed to practice in Kentucky.
Does William Washington accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, William Washington accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with William Washington?
William Washington can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with William Washington?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.