Latasha Williams, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

latasha.williams@hamptonu.edu
(757) 728-6553

About

Dr. Latasha Williams began her career in clinical psychology with over 15+ years of experience in conducting therapy implementing primarily a Psychodynamic therapeutic orientation. Additionally, conducting psychological evaluations for academic and forensic purposes. She has also contributed as a professor for Tidewater Community College’s First College program, as well as Regent University’s Ph.D. program, before accepting an Assistant Professor position at Hampton University.

Education

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration
Masters of Education in Special Education
Masters of Art in Practical Theology
Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology
Doctorate of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology

Courses Taught

Physiological Psychology
Statistics
Advanced Statistics
Junior and Senior Seminar
Human Growth and Development
History of Psychology
Psychology of Spirituality and Religion
Black Marital Relationship
Pre-College Introduction to Psychology

Area of Expertise

Clinical Psychology Practice
Psychological Assessment
Practical Theology

Research Interests

Clinical Psychology Practice Psychological Assessment Practical Theology Schizophrenia and Religious Orientation Personality Type and Religious Orientation Conflict Resolution and Intimate Partner Violence

Publications

Williams, L.M. (2019). The war within: An exposition of schizophrenia and demon-possession. Middletown, DE: Kindle Direct Publishing

Williams, L.M. (2024) Pastoral care of Christians individuals with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. Submitted To. Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling.

Williams, L.M. (2024) Differential Diagnosis and Treatment of Christian Individuals With a Diagnosis of Schizophrenia. Submitted To. Journal of Psychology and Theology.

Williams, L.M. (2024) Religious Life Orientation and Considerations of Pastoral Care for Christian Individuals With a Diagnosis of Schizophrenia. Submitted To. Journal of Pastoral Psychology.

Williams, L. (2025). Between Spirit and Synapse: Reconciling Christian Theology and Neuroscience in Schizophrenia and Demon Possession. Pastoral Psychology, 1-11.

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