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Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott, LPC

Experienced Alabama LPC for addictions and relationships
  • Addictions and recovery
  • Relationship and family issues
  • Client-centered and CBT

About Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott

Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama with 30 years of experience supporting adults through addictions, relationship and family challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and other life transitions. She works with men and women who face substance use disorders and serious mental health concerns, offering practical strategies and empathic support to help them move forward.

Her approach is rooted in a client-centered framework that prioritizes each person's goals and lived experience. She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and uses Motivational Interviewing and Stages of Change techniques to support people working toward recovery and lasting change. These methods are selected to match the specific concerns presented, whether the focus is on addiction, relationship repair, stress management, or rebuilding after loss.

Dr. Williams-Abbott earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Auburn University and a Master of Science in Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She encourages clients to view counseling as an investment in themselves and offers a collaborative, allyship-based stance to help bring clarity to the issues clouding their lives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionCoaching

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityMidlife crisisWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott have?

Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott has 30 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details are AL LPC 2849.

In which languages does Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott located?

She is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott work with international clients?

Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Dr. Arkaya "Kady" Williams-Abbott uses client-centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client's goals guide the work - an approach that helps with relationship concerns, life transitions, and personal growth. She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people recognize and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for depression, anxiety, stress, and coping with difficult situations. Motivational Interviewing is used to strengthen a person’s own motivation for change, making it a practical fit for substance use challenges and readiness to address entrenched patterns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Dr. Williams-Abbott partners with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then tailors interventions so therapy fits the individual's life and priorities. This collaborative stance helps identify what will work best in practice.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit counseling into busy schedules, manage mobility or location constraints, and maintain continuity of care. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to support therapeutic work, balancing structure and accessibility to help clients progress toward their goals.

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