Dr. Victoria Williams, DSW, LCSW

it’s so nice to meet you!

Thank you for being here. My role as a therapist is one of the most sacred parts of my life. I’m amazed every day by others’ ability to trust me with the most intimate parts of their lives, while allowing me to walk alongside them as they discover meaning, belonging, healing, and self-acceptance. I strive to meet each of my clients where they are by honoring their past experiences, while simultaneously welcoming and celebrating their future goals. I value vulnerability, humor, and collaboration within the therapeutic relationship.

As a mental health-enthusiast, I value working with all individuals seeking change. To my clients, I am a validator, empathizer, and encourager of self-advocacy. To my friends and family, I am Victoria: a lover of life, change seeker, and plant fanatic. I can't wait to meet you and assist you in becoming the best version of yourself.

GET TO KNOW ME:

I don’t expect you to feel comfortable spilling your life to a complete stranger, so here’s some things about me!

MILITARY SPOUSE

My husband and I have been married for 5 years. He (along with being an “army brat”) is a significant part of the reason why I am passionate about working with the military population and their families.

ADVENTURE SEEKER

I love all things adventure. I have been skydiving a couple of times, enjoy traveling, and love hiking (even though it’s not nearly as easy as it was when I was 21).

DOG ENTHUSIAST

I have 3 pups - a great dane/great pyrenees mix, a black lab, and a pitbull. I also own a small bandana business called Bellie Wags & Co. I created this business in memory of my childhood dog that passed - she was my “soul dog”.

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in TN

    Certified Social Worker (CSW) in KY

    At this time, I am only able to see clients that reside in the state of TN.

  • Doctor of Social Work (DSW) - University of Kentucky

    Master of Social Work (MSW) - Austin Peay State University

    Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Austin Peay State University

  • During my undergraduate, I completed an internship in children’s services.

    During my master’s program, I completed 2 internships in an inpatient men’s short-term substance abuse facility.

    Since graduating with my master’s I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, suboxone clinic, IOP (intensive outpatient), and military-based settings.

    In addition to having a passion for the military population, I also have a passion for working with individuals that struggle with substance use/abuse.

  • Trained Provider in Military-Focused Care - Star Behavioral Health Providers (SBHP)

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