Dr. Candice Williams, LPC, NCC

A nationally recognized researcher and mental health professional, Candice Williams, Ph.D is a Texas native in Columbus, Ohio specializing in mental health counseling and sport performance. A Licensed Professional Counselor at The Ohio State University Athletics Department - Sports Psychology & Wellness Services she provides psychotherapy and wellness programing to stu-dent-athletes, coaches and athletic support staff. Previously, Dr. Williams served as a Program Manager for The Trust (Powered by the NFLPA). There, she assisted retired NFL players in all aspects of their transition following the success of their NFL career. She has been featured in Men's Health Magazine, NCAA Champion Magazine, and USA Today - Sports. Dr. Williams is committed to elevating the conversations about mental health and sports performance. She is passionate about helping athletes move beyond the stigma associated with mental health.