Denise Williams(She/Her/Hers)

Denise brings a wealth of experience and compassion to her practice, specializing in trauma recovery for Black women and women of color. Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS) level one, and psychedelic therapy. Denise offers a unique and holistic approach to healing using eco-therapy and Urban Somatic therapy in intensive therapy settings.

Denise is licensed through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and the State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists. She is a member of the California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. Denise is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), MDMA Psychedelic Therapy through the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), and trained through Journey Clinical for Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Before transitioning to a mental health career in 2015, Denise worked in logistics, management, and event production for sports and entertainment facilities and large-scale events across the United States.

Why Choose Trauma-Informed Care through a social justice lens:

Physical, verbal, emotional, and sexual trauma can leave lasting imprints on our lives, affecting our overall well-being. For women of color, this is often complicated by race, gender, economics, and more. Traditional talk therapy may fall short when it comes to addressing the intricate connections between mind, body, and spirit. Denise understands that true healing involves healing the nervous system as well as the mind for optimal well-being.