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William Perks

Therapist · South Carolina

William Perks

LICSW, LISW-CP

Experienced social worker focused on practical change

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  • 39 years experience
  • Structured programs available
  • Curates resource libraries

About William

William Perks is a licensed social worker with nearly four decades of practice experience. He works in South Carolina and uses a mix of practical tools to help people facing everyday and major life struggles. He mentions resources he curates online to support learning between sessions.

He shares many informational resources grouped by topic, and he maintains a YouTube playlist and several Facebook groups that gather articles, videos, and conversations about coping and growth. These are described as supplementary material clients can use outside of sessions. He asks people to request more details if they want specific resources or group menus.

William describes a structured program option called "I AM READY," an eight-session focused experience meant to teach skills, practices, and tools. Clients may stop after four sessions if they prefer. The format is presented as a time-limited way to learn strategies and decide next steps.

In sessions he helps people review thoughts and behaviors, personal history, beliefs, values, and goals. The purpose is to increase awareness of options and to support choices that feel more effective and rewarding. He emphasizes practical application so people can notice change in day-to-day life.

William prefers to discuss specifics about his style, specializations, and how he works during an initial conversation. He frames the first session partly as an opportunity for prospective clients to interview him and decide whether the match feels right. He also notes programs and groups available for further exploration.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

39+ years

Credentials

Virginia, West Virginia, South Carolina

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and online resources that support change

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without getting stuck in them and then choose actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and moving through major life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and practicing new, more helpful habits; it often helps with depression, anxiety, and coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s own experience and priorities, with the therapist offering attentive listening and encouragement so clients can draw on their strengths.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the plan over time as progress and priorities change.

The profile lists curated online resource collections such as YouTube playlists and Facebook groups that gather information and exercises clients can explore between meetings. Specific live session formats are not detailed here, so confirm which options are currently offered before booking. Many people find online resources and flexible session arrangements helpful for fitting support into busy schedules, keeping momentum between sessions, and practicing skills in real life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns can William help with?

He lists a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, career concerns, and compassion fatigue among others.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses a practical, skills-oriented approach that reviews thoughts, behaviors, values, and goals to help people make useful choices in daily life.

How much experience does he have?

He has 39 years of professional experience working in social work and related helping roles.

What credentials and location are listed for the therapist?

He is listed with the credentials LICSW and LISW-CP and practices in South Carolina.

Which languages are supported and can international clients book?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does he offer?

The profile describes online resource collections and group pages but does not list specific live session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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