Therapist profile
Luann Williams, LPC
Missouri
Licensed counselor - Anger and addictions
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Missouri / 2013022739
- NPI1386029114
- Experience17 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMissouri
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Substance issues
- Relationship work
About Luann
Luann Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 17 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep and eating problems, parenting strain, ADHD, and anger. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
Her approach is practical and direct. She treats co-occurring disorders and substance issues alongside other concerns. In sessions she helps people talk through what is happening, spot patterns that keep problems going, and try new ways of responding. That can include focusing on triggers for anger, learning ways to calm down, and rebuilding trust in relationships.
Over 17 years she has helped people reduce dependency on substances and manage symptoms that come with mood and personality differences. She also spends time with couples and older teens to clarify relationship goals and improve communication. Her work often blends attention to life stressors with problem-solving for daily routines like sleep and parenting.
Luann says clients bring strengths they can use in change. She aims to work collaboratively, help people set realistic steps, and adjust plans when something is not working. The emphasis is on practical skills and straightforward conversation rather than long lectures.
Before booking, confirm current session options and any preferences. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting.
How sessions work
Approaches used and how online sessions fit
Luann works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills people can use right away. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches ways to manage strong emotions and reduce reactivity; this helps with anger, anxiety, and stress by giving concrete steps to try during tough moments. Another common thread is relapse prevention-style work for addictions and co-occurring problems, which looks at triggers, routines, and practical strategies to reduce substance use and related behaviors.Choosing the right method is part of the process. She will collaborate with each person to identify which techniques seem most useful, adjust plans based on progress, and combine strategies as needed to match goals and preferences.
Practical benefits of online work include fitting therapy into a busy day and lowering barriers to attending sessions. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm which formats are available before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to schedule around work, allow for shorter check-ins if needed, and reduce travel time so therapy can fit into everyday life.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What types of anger-related problems does she address?
She helps with snapping at loved ones, built-up resentment, anger linked to stress, and managing emotional reactions in relationships.
How does she approach therapy for anger?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She helps clients identify triggers, practice calming strategies, and change patterns that keep anger cycling.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of professional counseling experience working with mood disorders, addictions, trauma, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Missouri.
Can I work with her if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients; confirm practical details before booking.
What session formats does she offer?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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