- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Solution focused work
- Guilt and shame focus
About Rukiya
Rukiya Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana with 20 years of professional experience. She works with people who are facing addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress, and major life changes. She also addresses concerns related to guilt and shame alongside issues like isolation, workplace stress, and communication problems.
She describes herself as a Christian and an aspiring missionary, and completed a two-year biblical program at C.H. Mason Bible College. That background informs her perspective for clients who bring faith into their healing, when they choose to do so.
Rukiya uses cognitive behavioral therapy in her sessions. She listens for unhelpful thinking patterns that can lead to self-sabotage. She also practices a solution-focused style, so conversations move toward concrete steps and problem-solving tasks between sessions.
In practical terms, sessions involve talking through feelings and identifying actionable changes. She works to notice patterns that feed anger, addiction, or mood swings and then tries small, manageable shifts in thinking or behavior. Clients who want to address guilt and shame are supported in naming those feelings and testing different ways of responding.
Her practice also includes attention to women's issues, chronic illness or pain, forgiveness, and building self-regard. People who prefer integrating faith with therapy can say so and that will be part of how she approaches the work.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Rukiya uses cognitive behavioral techniques that look at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In simple terms this means identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new ways of thinking and acting to reduce problems like guilt, shame, anxiety, or mood swings. That work often includes short exercises and practical homework to try between sessions.She also describes a solution-focused approach. That method narrows in on clear goals and small changes you can make right away. It suits people who want direct steps and measurable progress rather than only long conversations.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy itself. She will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can be adjusted as the work proceeds.
The original biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can help fit therapy into busy schedules by removing travel time, making it simpler to check in during a break, or allowing a shorter phone-based check-in when bandwidth or energy is limited. Licensed professionals are available in various formats, and Rukiya will discuss what works best for practical needs and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include guilt and shame, isolation, workplace issues, and women's concerns.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses cognitive behavioral therapy to find unhelpful thinking patterns and a solution-focused style to work toward concrete steps. Sessions aim to identify changes you can try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional work experience as a counselor in clinical settings and private practice.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She accepts international clients and provides services to people outside the U.S. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.