- ACT and CBT
- Mindfulness practices
- Motivational interviewing
About Monica
Monica Williams is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker with seven years of clinical experience. She graduated with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Cincinnati in 2018 and practices in addiction and mental health services. Monica helps people address anger alongside concerns such as addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and low self-esteem.
She began social work to offer the kind of support she missed growing up. Monica uses straightforward discussion and practical tools rather than long lectures. Sessions focus on clear steps people can try between meetings to manage urges, frustration, and resentment.
Her work draws on methods like cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to change unhelpful habits and increase awareness of triggers. She also uses motivational interviewing to support people facing substance use issues and to build motivation for change.
Monica emphasizes concrete strategies for dealing with everyday problems at work and home. That includes skills for calming down in the moment, communication tactics to reduce blowups, and plans to handle repeated stress. She talks through barriers to following those plans and adjusts them as needed.
People who come to Monica can expect frank, goal-focused conversations about behavior and choices. She helps people explore what gets in the way, practices new responses in-session, and maps out small, practical steps to try between meetings.
Her practice is based in Ohio and sessions are conducted in English. Monica’s experience centers on addiction and mental health settings, with an emphasis on tools people can use right away.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Monica frequently draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. ACT helps people notice thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and it supports building a life aligned with personal values despite strong emotions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and changing patterns of behavior that keep anger and anxiety active.She also incorporates mindfulness techniques to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactive responses. Mindfulness practice can help people spot the early signs of rising anger and try small grounding techniques before it escalates.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Monica will work with each person to figure out which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts methods over time based on what helps in day-to-day life and what feels workable for the person.
Confirm the session formats available before booking so you know how meetings are delivered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work or caregiving, allow brief check-ins when a full appointment is impractical, and reduce travel time. Therapists often adapt exercises so they can be practiced between sessions and during regular routines, helping new skills become usable in everyday moments.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, low self-esteem, anger, and related concerns such as codependency and isolation.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is direct and practical. She focuses on clear steps and real-world tools rather than long theory discussions.
How long has she been practicing?
She has seven years of practice experience since earning her Master’s in Social Work in 2018 and working in addiction and mental health services.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an Ohio LISW, and her practice is based in Ohio.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients from other countries?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are used for sessions?
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.