Takeshia Williams, PhD

"I am energized by the collaborative efforts between specialists at CHKD to care for the whole child. I look forward to working with the providers, children, and their families to help facilitate a comprehensive care experience."

Takeshia Williams, PhD

(757) 668-4673 (HOPE)
Practice
Education

Doctorate: The Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology

Bio

Prior to her graduate training, Takeshia Williams, Ph.D., was an elementary school teacher and developed a passion for mental health awareness and advocacy. She completed her doctoral training in Virginia and remains committed to pediatric mental health care in this community.

Dr. Williams is a licensed clinical psychologist and enthusiastically joined the division of Child and Family Guidance and Consultation to provide mental health and behavioral support to children and families during inpatient hospitalizations.

Clinical Interests
  • Adjustment to acute and chronic medical diagnoses
  • Traumatic experiences
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Parent management training
  • Psychological assessment