William Watson, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About William Watson

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Couples Therapy

Stress

Anger Management

Mental Health Problem

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Relationship Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Families

Treatment approaches

Adlerian

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Christian Counseling

Dialectical (DBT)

Coaching

Existential

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know William Watson

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 30 years of experience as a Psychiatric Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Fresno. I have worked with forensic clients facing a wide range of concerns, including major mental illness, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced or instigated physical trauma or emotional abuse. My clients have included both men and women. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating all humans with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and rational-emotive counseling. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique needs. I am an attentive listener and clear communicator. My work is to hear your concerns and empower self-improvement. I understand that fear often accompanies self-development. Life often becomes more manageable through self-understanding. Few activities match the serenity of being comfortable in one’s self-knowledge. If this feels right for you, I look forward to talking with you. Specialties • Stress, Anxiety • Addictions • Relationship issues • Trauma and abuse • Depression Also experienced in: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self-esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Control Issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and Separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Infidelity.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

Mood Swings

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

California State University, Fresno, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1124511647

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What practice does William Watson work with?

William Watson works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see William Watson?

William Watson frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for William Watson on their profile.