Heather Williams, MA, LPC
Founder, Southern Wellness Co.
Heather Williams, MS, LPC, is a nationally recognized mental health, suicide prevention, and postvention advocate whose professional expertise and lived experience inform her work. She serves as the Program Manager for Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders, leading innovative approaches to support individuals facing both mental health and substance use challenges. Heather earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Southeast Missouri State University. She played a key role in developing the 32nd Judicial District Co-Occurring Court and received the 2021 Kelly VanVleck Unsung Hero Award for her impact. As a TEDx speaker, she shared The Power of Connection, emphasizing how authentic relationships can save lives. Heather is also the co-author of The Wellness Workbook for Correctional Staff and The Wellness Workbook for First Responders, resources that promote resilience and wellbeing in high-stress professions. Her leadership, clinical expertise, and lived experience allow her to inspire hope and meaningful change in communities nationwide.
