- Cognitive behavioral focus
- Solution focused work
- Christian perspective
About Rukiya
Rukiya Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana with 20 years of clinical experience. She helps people dealing with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, and major life changes. Her work often addresses workplace stress, communication problems, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation.
She uses a straightforward, practical approach in sessions. Rukiya listens for thinking patterns that get in the way and uses cognitive behavioral methods to help address them. She also focuses on concrete problem solving so clients leave with steps they can try between meetings.
Rukiya identifies as Christian and has completed a two-year biblical college program at C.H. Mason Bible College. She describes herself as an aspiring missionary and is awaiting licensure as a Licensed Missionary. Those aspects of her background inform how she frames values and meaning in conversations when relevant to a client.
In working with anger, she looks for the thoughts and beliefs that feed quick tempers or simmering resentment. Sessions aim to reduce unhelpful reactions and build clearer ways to communicate needs. The goal is better control over responses, not a promise to eliminate strong feelings.
People who prefer a direct, action-focused style may find this approach useful. Rukiya combines listening with step-by-step plans, such as practical coping strategies and communication skills that can be practiced between sessions.
Approaches and how online sessions can help
Rukiya uses cognitive behavioral methods that focus on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new, more balanced thoughts. This approach helps with anger, mood swings, and behaviors that interfere with relationships. She also uses a solution-focused stance that narrows in on practical steps and problems to solve between sessions.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust as they learn what helps. Rukiya aims to match techniques to a person's needs and preferences rather than assume one single method will fit everyone.
Confirm the exact online session options before booking because the biography does not list specific formats. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into work and family schedules, allow for quicker follow-ups, or let someone check in with shorter meetings when a full hour is hard to arrange. Ask about session length and format when scheduling so times can be planned around everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include chronic pain, communication problems, control issues, and workplace difficulties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and action oriented. She listens for unhelpful thinking and pairs insight with concrete steps to try between sessions.
What experience does she bring?
She has 20 years of professional work experience in counseling and related settings. That experience includes work with trauma, addictions, and serious mood concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Louisiana and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She accepts international clients. Confirm any cross-border details at booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location. 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.