Candiss Williams, LPC
Practical support for anxiety and relationships
- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship and family
- Trauma and grief
About Candiss Williams
Candiss Williams, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), is a Texas-based therapist who brings eight years of focused clinical experience to her work with individuals and families. She concentrates on anxiety, stress, relationship and family dynamics, parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Her practice also addresses issues such as abandonment, codependency, commitment and communication problems, control issues, domestic violence, emptiness, multicultural concerns, and first responder stress.
Williams integrates several established therapeutic methods into a flexible, client-centered approach. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to build a respectful, empathetic alliance, uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness strategies to teach emotional regulation and distress tolerance. Motivational Interviewing techniques are used when change feels difficult or ambivalent.
Throughout her career she has worked across settings that include school counseling, domestic abuse and substance abuse services, and crisis intervention within juvenile and adult justice contexts. Williams has experience conducting assessments and making referrals to psychiatry when appropriate, and she has supported clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, including LGBT individuals and those navigating multicultural or discrimination-related concerns. She focuses on practical coping skills and collaborative goal-setting to support steady, meaningful progress.
Williams integrates several established therapeutic methods into a flexible, client-centered approach. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to build a respectful, empathetic alliance, uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness strategies to teach emotional regulation and distress tolerance. Motivational Interviewing techniques are used when change feels difficult or ambivalent.
Throughout her career she has worked across settings that include school counseling, domestic abuse and substance abuse services, and crisis intervention within juvenile and adult justice contexts. Williams has experience conducting assessments and making referrals to psychiatry when appropriate, and she has supported clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, including LGBT individuals and those navigating multicultural or discrimination-related concerns. She focuses on practical coping skills and collaborative goal-setting to support steady, meaningful progress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Candiss Williams have?
Candiss Williams has eight years of professional experience.
Is Candiss Williams a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details include MO LPC 2014001218 and TX LPC 83194.
In which languages does Candiss Williams provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Candiss Williams located?
She is located in Texas.
How can I work with Candiss Williams as my therapist?
You can work with Candiss Williams through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Candiss Williams work with international clients?
No. Candiss Williams does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Candiss Williams cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care
Candiss Williams uses several practical, evidence-informed approaches that translate well to remote work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a warm, nonjudgmental relationship where the client leads the pace of change and gains clarity about personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaches concrete strategies to reframe thoughts and develop healthier habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills in emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance, which can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions and impulsivity online.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Williams collaborates with each person to assess needs, try methods that fit their goals and preferences, and adjust strategies over time so the work stays relevant and effective.
Online sessions — including video calls, phone appointments, live chat, and text-based messaging — offer flexibility for busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to maintain consistent care. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations while using the therapeutic techniques best suited to their situation.