Carol E. Williams, Ph.D., LPA, HSP-PA, BCBA-D
Phone: 919-824-0552 Fax: 919-924-0299 Email: info@firststepbehavioralservices.com
Dr. Williams holds a Doctorate in Applied Behavior Analysis and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. She is a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA; Independent) and a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctoral level (BCBA-D) and is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, science-based clinical evaluations within a behavioral framework. Her training and experience span work with adults, adolescents, and children facing complex mental health and behavioral challenges across inpatient, outpatient, and home-based settings.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Williams serves on the board of the North Carolina Association of Professional Psychologists (NCAPP), where she advocates for the profession and works to expand access to psychological services for individuals and families across the state.
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At First Step Behavioral Services, the mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers individuals and families to better understand their challenges, build on their strengths, and take meaningful steps toward improved mental health and well-being. Through comprehensive psychological evaluations and individualized behavioral consultations, the goal is to offer clarity, support informed decision-making, and promote lasting success in school, work, and daily life.
Dr. Williams’ Approach to Psychological Evaluations and Behavioral Consultation
Dr. Williams takes a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to psychological evaluation and behavioral consultation, guided by compassion, clarity, and clinical precision. Each evaluation is tailored to the individual, with careful consideration of their developmental history, current functioning, and unique context. She integrates multiple sources of data—clinical interviews, standardized testing, observations, and collateral information—to develop a comprehensive understanding of the person’s strengths, challenges, and needs.
Her behavioral consultations emphasize practical, measurable, and goal-oriented strategies that empower individuals and their support systems. Whether working with children, adolescents, or adults, Dr. Williams prioritizes collaboration, ensuring that all recommendations are meaningful, actionable, and grounded in both science and the lived experiences of those she serves.
Her ultimate goal is to provide clarity, inform treatment planning, and support long-term growth and well-being.