- Anger management
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Motivational interviewing
About Willie
Willie Simmons is a Licensed Certified Social Worker in Maryland with 30 years of experience. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, grief, parenting strains, self-esteem, career challenges, LGBT concerns, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and self-harm. He speaks English and practices from a social work background.
Simmons began listening to people as a child and followed that into a career in social work. He earned a BS degree and a Master of Social Work, then gained licensure that includes Maryland. His work over three decades has included crisis intervention, individual therapy, group therapy, and case management.
In sessions he focuses on practical change. He helps people identify patterns that keep repeating and looks for clear steps to alter those patterns. He uses structured approaches that encourage people to notice thoughts, try small changes, and reflect on what worked.
Willie draws on several evidence-informed methods such as cognitive-behavioral strategies, motivational interviewing, narrative techniques, and solution-focused ideas. Those approaches guide conversations about behavior, motivation, and the stories people tell themselves. The aim is to reduce harmful cycles and improve daily functioning rather than to promise quick fixes.
He offers therapy using modern technology and invites clients to start by completing a short matching questionnaire. Prospective clients in Maryland who are comfortable working in English can follow the platform steps to schedule a first session and explore whether his style fits their needs.
How his approaches translate to online work
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments. It helps when anger, anxiety, or low mood are linked to specific thinking patterns. Motivational interviewing concentrates on a person’s own reasons for change and helps resolve mixed feelings about trying something different.Finding the right method is part of the work. He will collaborate with each client to decide which approaches to use, based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan as sessions progress.
The biography notes he offers therapy using modern technology, so prospective clients should confirm the exact session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It also lets people practice strategies in everyday settings and bring concrete examples into sessions for discussion.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, grief, parenting issues, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, SAD, self-harm, and LGBT-related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
He uses practical, structured approaches that include cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, and solution-focused strategies to identify patterns and try small changes.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 30 years of experience in crisis intervention, individual therapy, group therapy, and case management.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as LCSW-C in Maryland and practices from that state.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States book sessions?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.