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Maria Williams, LMSW
Michigan
LMSW - Stress and Relationship Concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and practical steps
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused goals
About Maria
Maria Williams is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with eight years of professional experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, low self-esteem, depression, parenting challenges, and life changes. Her work also includes coaching around motivation and confidence.
Maria uses clear, direct conversation to identify what is causing distress and what can change. She listens for patterns in thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Then she offers practical steps to try different responses and notice what shifts.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. She also uses Client-Centered methods to keep sessions focused on each person’s concerns. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques are used when people want to set short-term goals and make immediate changes.
Maria has worked with a range of life situations including blended family issues, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, and infidelity. She supports people exploring life purpose, multicultural concerns, self-love, women’s issues, and challenges commonly faced by young adults.
Sessions are practical and goal-oriented. Maria aims to break down bigger problems into small steps that can be practiced between meetings. People who want clear, structured work on thinking, behavior, and everyday habits may find this approach useful.
How her approaches translate to online work
Maria uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people recognize unhelpful thoughts and then try new behaviors. CBT sessions often include specific exercises to practice between meetings and clear steps to measure progress. Client-Centered Therapy here means conversations that follow the person’s concerns and emphasize respectful, attentive listening to what matters most to them.Motivational Interviewing is used when someone wants to increase drive or make a change. That approach focuses on building motivation in short, practical conversations and helping set achievable next steps. Maria works collaboratively to choose which approach or combination will best fit a person’s goals and preferences.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats. Confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Maria will discuss how to structure sessions so they fit daily life and the goals a person brings to therapy.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, low self-esteem, depression, parenting issues, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Sessions are practical and structured. She focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors between sessions.
What is her background and clinical experience?
Maria has eight years of professional experience and uses a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LMSW licensed in Michigan and practices there.
In which languages are sessions available?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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