- Thoughts and habits
- Family and parenting
- Strengths focused
About Gazaria
Gazaria Williams is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor with a long history of supporting people through difficult life moments. She meets individuals who are facing family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting struggles, stress and anxiety. Gazaria emphasizes that people are the experts on their own stories and brings a calm, respectful presence to beginning change.
She uses a mix of approaches that focus on thoughts, everyday habits, feelings and relationships. That includes client-centered work that follows a person's pace, cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and emotionally-focused ideas to address patterns in close relationships. Gazaria also draws on existential and Jungian perspectives when meaning, identity or deeper life questions come up.
Across 24 years of practice she has helped people cope with depression, bipolar concerns, addictions, and caregiving strain. She also supports those working through body image, eating and sleeping challenges, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Her background includes many kinds of life transitions and complex stressors.
Her style is straightforward and strengths-based. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps, clearer thinking, and noticing daily habits that either help or get in the way. Gazaria invites clients to set goals and to try small, manageable changes between meetings.
She practices in Florida as an LMHC and conducts sessions in English. People from other countries may work with her as well; the logistics are arranged during intake. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to her availability.
She uses a mix of approaches that focus on thoughts, everyday habits, feelings and relationships. That includes client-centered work that follows a person's pace, cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and emotionally-focused ideas to address patterns in close relationships. Gazaria also draws on existential and Jungian perspectives when meaning, identity or deeper life questions come up.
Across 24 years of practice she has helped people cope with depression, bipolar concerns, addictions, and caregiving strain. She also supports those working through body image, eating and sleeping challenges, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Her background includes many kinds of life transitions and complex stressors.
Her style is straightforward and strengths-based. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps, clearer thinking, and noticing daily habits that either help or get in the way. Gazaria invites clients to set goals and to try small, manageable changes between meetings.
She practices in Florida as an LMHC and conducts sessions in English. People from other countries may work with her as well; the logistics are arranged during intake. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to her availability.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following a client's pace; online sessions let that work continue with attention to what the person finds most helpful, whether that is problem-solving or simply being heard. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and daily habits shape feelings and behavior, and online meetings can be used to practice new thinking patterns and plan small changes between sessions. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people notice and change patterns in close relationships by naming emotions and working on how they respond to each other.Choosing the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Gazaria will work with each person to identify goals and try methods that fit their needs. If an approach does not feel right, she adjusts course with the client rather than insisting on a single path.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it easier to attend from different locations. Online sessions also let clients practice new skills in the places where daily habits happen, which can help with issues tied to thinking patterns and routines.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Gazaria works with a wide range of concerns including family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, anxiety, depression, bipolar issues, addictions, ADHD, and stress-related problems.
What is her therapy style like?
Her work is strengths-based and practical, combining client-centered listening with cognitive methods to shift thinking and emotionally-focused tools to address relationship patterns.
How much experience does she have?
Gazaria has 24 years of professional experience supporting people through life changes, complex stress, and a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She accepts international clients; session logistics for people outside the U.S. are arranged during intake.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.