- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Stress and self-esteem
About Tonya
Tonya Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 11 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. Tonya also addresses motivation, grief, parenting strain, and sleep problems.
Her approach focuses on practical steps and clear conversations. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thinking patterns and how they affect behavior. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small changes that lead to noticeable improvements.
Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented. Tonya listens to what matters most and then works with clients to try specific strategies. Expect a mix of talking through situations, trying coping skills, and checking progress over time.
She has experience with a wide range of concerns, including anger, career stress, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and intimacy-related issues. Additional areas she addresses include attachment and commitment difficulties, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, and first responder issues.
Tonya practices in Texas and provides services in English. People who are unsure what to expect can start with a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to see how the work feels. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Tonya uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. CBT often involves setting small, practical goals and testing different ways of responding to stressful situations. Solution-Focused Therapy is brief and action-oriented, aiming to identify small changes that build momentum toward a client's goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tonya will discuss goals and preferences in early sessions and then suggest which methods to try. The choice of techniques is collaborative and can change as progress is reviewed.
Session formats are not specified in the supplied profile, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, allow shorter check-ins when a full session is not needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people work with a licensed professional from different parts of Texas without leaving home, which can help when schedules are tight.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem issues, plus parenting and sleep problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and goal-focused, using clear conversation and specific coping strategies.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 11 years of professional experience as a counselor.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.