Therapist profile
Dr. Tracy Williams, MN Psychologist LP6201, SD Psychologist 419
South Dakota
Dr. Tracy Williams - Psychologist, Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsMN Psychologist LP6201, SD Psychologist 419
- LicensePsychologist, South Dakota / 419; Psychologist, Minnesota / LP6201; Psychologist, Iowa / 080504
- NPI1114180064
- Experience24 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationSouth Dakota
About
- CBT strategies
- Trauma-informed care
- Solution-focused goals
About Tracy
Dr. Tracy Williams is a psychologist licensed in Minnesota (MN Psychologist LP6201) and South Dakota (SD Psychologist 419) with 24 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with relationship strain, parenting stress, anger that shows up at home or work, low self-esteem, anxiety, grief, and related life concerns. Sessions are practical and focused on what the person wants to change.
She describes clients as the experts on their own story and starts from that point. Early work often maps what sets off strong reactions - for example, anger at a partner or frustration at work - and identifies small, testable steps to respond differently. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy methods are used to notice unhelpful thought patterns and try new behaviors in everyday situations.
Her background also includes psychodynamic ideas about how past experiences shape current patterns, and solution-focused work that narrows in on immediate goals. Trauma-focused approaches guide safer handling of painful memories when those are present. Treatment plans blend these methods according to what the client prefers and needs.
Dr. Williams has long experience with parenting and family-related concerns, including blended family issues, adoption and foster care matters, and caregiver stress. She also supports people managing chronic illness, grief, bipolar disorder, and sleep problems when these affect mood and relationships.
Clients can expect straightforward conversation, practical skill-building, and collaborative planning. The emphasis is on small, doable changes that reduce reactive anger and improve communication over time.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's concerns and perspectives. It involves listening, reflecting what matters most, and shaping sessions around the client’s goals. This helps when anger comes from relationships or parenting demands and the client needs practical, personalized focus.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. In short exercises clients learn to notice unhelpful thoughts and try alternative responses. This approach is useful for reducing reactive anger and testing new behaviors in daily life.
Psychodynamic ideas can illuminate how past experiences influence current patterns. Talking through these patterns helps people see why certain situations trigger strong reactions and reduce repeating those cycles.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss which methods fit the client's goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. Sessions are collaborative and adjusted as progress is made.
Confirm available session formats before booking because the biography did not list formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or avoid travel. Discuss scheduling and the practical arrangements during the initial matching and first session.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She works with adults on anger that shows up in relationships, at work, or in parenting. The focus is on recognizing triggers and changing how you respond.
What is her therapeutic style for anger?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She uses approaches like CBT to spot thought patterns and solution-focused work to set clear short-term goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience working with adults on issues including anger, trauma, and relationship problems.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Minnesota Psychologist (MN Psychologist LP6201) and a South Dakota Psychologist (SD Psychologist 419) based in South Dakota.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English only. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats were not specified in the biography. Please check the platform for the latest session format details.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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