Tom Williams, MA, MDiv, MA Bioethics, MA Theology

In-Person Therapist for Executives in Burnout, Couples in Crisis, Addiction Recovery, and Religious Trauma

“I specialize in helping people who are falling apart inside—despite doing everything ‘right’ on the outside.”

For over a decade, I’ve worked with individuals, couples, and families facing the silent storms of addiction, emotional disconnection, spiritual confusion, and unresolved trauma. Whether you’re a couple on the brink of separation, a high-functioning professional struggling with alcohol or substance use, or someone untangling pain from a rigid religious upbringing—I offer therapy that is empathetic, practical, and transformative.

My clients often reach out when they feel like nothing is working. The marriage feels more like a transaction than a partnership. The drinking feels manageable—until it isn’t. The faith that once offered comfort now feels laced with shame. My job is to help you find clarity, reconnect with your core values, and move forward with integrity and purpose.

I integrate evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and strengths-based interventions. I also draw on lived experience—I’m in long-term recovery from alcohol use disorder and actively participate in 12-step communities. My approach is grounded, nonjudgmental, and honors your story, no matter how complicated.

Specialties

• Couples Therapy for Disconnected Partners—helping you rebuild trust, intimacy, and shared purpose, even after betrayal or years of emotional distance.
• Addiction Recovery & Compulsive Behaviors—including alcohol, substance use, and gambling, for professionals who still “look fine” on the outside.
• Religious Trauma & Spiritual Confusion—navigating faith, identity, and healing after spiritual abuse or conservative upbringings.
• Men’s Trauma & Identity Work—support for veterans, retired professionals, and men facing life transitions, emotional repression, or PTSD.
• Therapy for High-Achieving Professionals—for attorneys, physicians, consultants, and leaders who feel lost behind the success.

Who I Often Work With

• Couples in Crisis: You feel more like roommates than partners. I help you learn to fight fair, reconnect emotionally, and decide—together—whether to rebuild or part ways.
• Recovery-Seeking Professionals: You’ve tried moderation, control, and secrecy. I help you break the cycle and build a more honest, sustainable life.
• Spiritually Conflicted Adults: You’re untangling years of guilt, shame, and silence. We’ll explore what healing looks like outside dogma—without dismissing your past.
• Burned-Out High Achievers: You’ve built the life you thought would bring peace—but you still feel disconnected, anxious, or like an imposter. Therapy with me helps you rediscover meaning and boundaries.
• Aging Men in Transition: You’ve lost a sense of purpose post-retirement, or feel emotionally isolated. Together, we’ll explore identity, legacy, and connection.

Education & Clinical Background

Before joining Darby Integrative Counseling, I served as Lead Clinician at Kolmac Outpatient Recovery Centers in Washington, DC, for over 10 years, supporting adults in recovery from substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions. I’ve also worked in hospital-based pastoral care at Lake Forest Hospital in Chicago and Georgetown University Hospital in DC, walking alongside people in their most vulnerable moments.

My academic training includes a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University, a Master of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, a Master of Arts in Bioethics from Trinity International University, and a Master of Theology from Duke Divinity School. I’ve also taught medical and professional ethics at Georgetown Medical School—helping the next generation of clinicians wrestle with moral complexity.

A Bit More About Me

I’m originally from Birmingham, Alabama, and now live in Washington, DC with my family and our two loyal Golden Doodles, Jingle and Bells. Outside of the therapy room, I’m involved in fundraising for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and enjoy participating in multisport clubs that raise funds for causes like Phoenix Bikes and the Special Olympics.

Therapy with me is not about fixing you—it’s about helping you return to yourself. If you’re navigating personal pain, spiritual confusion, or relationship breakdown, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

Start Your Journey

If you’re ready to take the next step toward meaningful change, book a free consultation with our warm and knowledgeable intake team today. You can also explore our full menu of therapy services to see how we support individuals, couples, and professionals with personalized, evidence-based care.

I offer in-person therapy in Silver Spring, Maryland and secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy for clients across the state of Maryland – including those living in Potomac, Rockville, Kensington, Columbia, Ellicott City, Towson, Chevy Chase, and North Bethesda. In Washington, DC, I work with clients in Northwest DC, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle, Logan Circle, Cleveland Park, Tenleytown, and Woodley Park. My clients often include high-performing professionals, LGBTQIA+ individuals, trauma survivors, and caregivers seeking compassionate, grief-informed support from someone who truly understands the complexity of their lives.

My approach is ideal for clients who value discretion, flexibility, and deeply personalized mental health care—whether you’re joining sessions from the comfort of your home, your office, or in-person at our conveniently located offices in Dupont Circle (near Dupont Metro) and downtown Silver Spring, Maryland (steps from the Silver Spring Metro Station).

I also provide remote therapy to clients throughout Virginia and Florida, including Northern Virginia (Arlington, Alexandria, McLean, Falls Church, and Fairfax) and major metropolitan areas in Florida such as Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. Wherever you’re located, I’m here to walk with you as you rediscover your voice, reconnect with your values, and take back your story.

Let’s begin your healing journey—right where you are.