Leslie Williams

Welcome! I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. My coaching is grounded in empathy and deep respect for your story, because I believe real change happens when you feel truly seen, heard, and valued. My role is to walk beside you through the hard parts, offering steady guidance and practical strategies so you can move toward the life you want with clarity and courage.  

I work with people of all ages and backgrounds, and it’s an honor to support clients through life transitions, grief, the impact of trauma, or simply feeling stuck and ready to grow. I also specialize in anxiety—whether it’s generalized anxiety, social fears, or performance-related struggles. In addition, I support clients who are navigating tapering or deprescribing psychotropic medications, bringing both personal and professional experience with benzodiazepine dependency and the unique challenges of the tapering journey.  

My approach is integrative. Together, we’ll blend existential exploration, acceptance and commitment strategies, somatic practices, person-centered care, cognitive-behavioral tools, and polyvagal-informed work. We’ll gently uncover the patterns and beliefs that shape your life, approach them with curiosity and compassion, and then translate those insights into small, doable steps that align with your values and help you build resilience over time.  

I bring over a decade of experience in mental health and social services, including residential treatment, wilderness therapy, outpatient case management, and crisis support. I’ve walked alongside adolescents, young adults, families, and adults through complex challenges, and I carry that experience into coaching with warmth, steadiness, and presence. I’m also completing graduate studies in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands, which helps me bring the latest research and practices into our work together.  

Outside of coaching, I love the sun and the ocean—I’m even learning to surf whenever I can. At home, my beagle Gabe (my best friend and daily reminder to pause, breathe, and enjoy the simple moments) keeps life full of joy. 

If you’re ready to take the next step, I’m here to support you in finding steadiness, confidence, and a renewed sense of self. You don’t have to do this alone, and we’ll move forward at a pace that feels right for you.