William Keeler, LCSW - Therapist in Oregon

Listens first
Practical skills
Goal oriented

About William

William Keeler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Oregon. He holds a Master of Social Work and brings about 10 years of experience working in community mental health settings. He works with adults and young people and aims to create a calm, practical space for people to talk through urgent worries and longer-term struggles.

Will focuses on common concerns like stress, anxiety, grief, and changes in life circumstances. He also helps with depression, sleeping problems, parenting stress, relationship and communication issues, and challenges related to gender and sexual identity. His additional focus areas include coping after disasters and first responder issues among other topics.

He draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Sessions tend to center on clear strategies, short-term goals, and building skills people can use between meetings.

His style is to listen first, help clients name what matters to them, and then offer direction when it’s useful. Will encourages people to find practical steps they can try right away. He balances structure and flexibility to match each person’s needs.

Outside of work he spends time with young children and enjoys reading, video games, and board games. He welcomes conversations in English and is open to working with international clients, though session arrangements should be confirmed before booking.

Therapeutic approaches for online work

William uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and try different ways of responding. CBT often focuses on practical steps and exercises that can reduce anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.

He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT techniques can be helpful for impulsivity, anger, and intense mood swings. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) appears in his approach list and aims to help people clarify their values and take small actions that matter to them.

Finding the right approach is part of the first sessions. He works together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That process is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.

The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into daily life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people use mindfulness or behavioral exercises in their everyday settings while getting guidance from a licensed professional.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBody imageCaregiver issues and stress Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Eating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Oregon

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does William help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, sleep problems, parenting stress, relationship and communication issues, trauma and abuse, bipolar and ADHD, and related concerns listed in his profile.

What is his general approach in sessions?

He listens first and helps people identify their own goals. Sessions often include practical strategies, short-term goals, and skill building based on approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

How much experience does he have?

He has about 10 years of experience working in community mental health settings and with both adults and young people.

Where is he licensed and located?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Oregon and holds a Master of Social Work degree.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he is open to working with international clients, with arrangements confirmed in advance.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the platform before booking.

How are costs handled?

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

How do I get started?

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