William Flores , LCSW
Therapist in Florida
Hopeful, practical help for addiction and stress
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Profile checklist
- CredentialsLCSW
- License listedLCSW, Florida (no. SW11020)
- NPI number1104168640
- Experience21 years listed
- LanguageEnglish
- Main areas of focusAddictions, Parenting issues, Depression, Compassion fatigue
- Approaches includeAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
- FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp
Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.
- Addictions focused
- Values oriented
- Practical tools
About William
He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through difficult feelings and habits. Conversations focus on what is getting in the way now and what changes feel possible. He uses clear techniques and plain language so the work feels manageable.
William often combines approaches that focus on values, present behavior, and motivation. That mix helps when someone wants to reduce substance use, rebuild relationships strained by addiction, or manage overwhelming stress. He aims for short-term gains while also supporting longer-term change when clients want that.
Sessions include practical tools for coping with anxiety, anger, sleep trouble, grief, and problems with self-esteem. He also addresses communication problems, codependency, and life transitions. People find this helpful when they need strategies to get unstuck and move forward.
William asks for courage at the start and offers steady support through the process. He works collaboratively with each person to set clear, realistic goals and track progress. If you want to take a first step, he guides the scheduling and matching process so the work fits your life.
How William’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying what matters most and taking small actions toward those values. It helps people who feel stuck by shifting attention to purposeful steps rather than only changing thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and changing habits tied to substance use. Motivational Interviewing centers on a person's readiness to change and uses guided conversation to strengthen motivation for steps like reducing drug or alcohol use.Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. William will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than sticking to one fixed method.
The practical benefit of online therapy is fitting sessions into everyday life. Online work can make it easier to schedule appointments around work or parenting responsibilities and cut travel time. Because specific session formats were not listed in the biography, confirm available options before booking. The focus in online sessions remains on usable tools for coping with cravings, stress, sleep, and relationship strain so therapy can be applied between meetings.
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Experience
21+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does William focus on?
He works with a range of issues including addictions, depression, parenting challenges, anxiety, stress, grief, intimacy-related concerns, and sleep problems.
What is his general therapy style?
He keeps sessions straightforward and collaborative, prioritizing a nonjudgmental space and practical steps that clients can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 21 years of professional experience to his practice and has spent much of that time helping people cope with addiction and related concerns.
What credential and location should I know about?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts clients from other countries as well.
What formats are available for sessions?
Session formats were not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.