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William  Flores

William Flores , LCSW

Florida

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - addictions and parenting

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Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Florida
LCSW, licence SW11020
NPI
1104168640
Experience
21 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

These details come from information William supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • Addictions support
  • Parenting concerns
  • Depression and anxiety

About William

William Flores is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 21 years of professional experience. He focuses on addictions, parenting issues, depression, compassion fatigue, anxiety, stress, and relationship concerns. He also addresses grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem.For people juggling work, family, health, and other pressures, he offers straightforward, practical help. Sessions focus on clear goals and workable steps. Conversations are direct and aimed at changes that fit everyday life.In practice he uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to match the moment and the problem. He may combine these with Motivational Interviewing or Solution-Focused methods when useful. That means sessions can include examining unhelpful thoughts, clarifying values, building small habits, and planning concrete next steps.William listens for what matters most to each person and then tries modest, testable changes. He pays attention to how stress, grief, or caregiving strain affect daily routines and relationships. Treatment often looks like tracking patterns, trying new behaviors, and checking what works over time.He also works with issues that commonly co-occur with mood and addiction concerns, including attachment difficulties, codependency, chronic illness impact, and communication problems. William accepts international clients and holds sessions in English.

BHow sessions work

Approach and online session format

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small committed actions that align with those values. It helps with anxiety, depression, and motivation by shifting attention from unhelpful thoughts to what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thought and behavior patterns and tests simple changes to reduce distress and improve routines. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and anger. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the persons own concerns and priorities, giving space to set the pace and topics for change.

Finding the right method is part of the work. William will collaborate with each person to select and adapt approaches based on their goals, preferences, and daily demands. That means trying an approach, reviewing how it goes, and adjusting as needed rather than committing to a single method up front.

Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people choose online sessions to fit appointments around work, caregiving, or medical needs. Online sessions can make it easier to have shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, or meet during a lunch break. Talk with the therapist about which format best fits your schedule and attention needs.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

21+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with addictions, parenting issues, depression, compassion fatigue, stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, and career or life changes.

What is his therapeutic style?

He combines practical, goal-focused approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered conversation and Motivational Interviewing when needed.

How much experience does he have?

He brings 21 years of professional experience working with people facing addictions, mood concerns, and caregiver strain.

Is he licensed and where does he practice?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

He accepts international clients; confirm any regional requirements before scheduling.

How are sessions billed?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use 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, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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