Tonya Parrish, LPC

Tonya Parrish is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship and parenting concerns. She brings 15 years of experience in mental health and substance use work. Tonya focuses on practical support that helps people move forward. Her approach is warm, straightforward, and tailored to each person. She uses a person-centered style that puts the client's perspective first. That means sessions focus on what matters most to the client and on building trust. She also draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and try small changes that can ease mood and stress. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas are used to set realistic goals and keep progress moving. Tonya works with adults across a wide range of difficulties including grief, bipolar disorder, addictions, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. She supports people in LGBT communities and those coping with career or life transitions. Her work balances empathy with concrete steps, so sessions often mix listening with goal-setting and practical tools. Sessions aim to help people feel heard, gain clarity, and practice new ways of coping. Tonya describes recovery as possible and focuses on strengths and personal values. She encourages clients to see themselves as more than a diagnosis and to take steady steps toward better daily functioning. To begin, clients follow the platform Start Therapy flow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a time based on availability. Tonya welcomes a collaborative process that adapts to each person's goals and pace.

How these approaches shape online therapy

Client-centered work focuses on listening and following the client's priorities. The therapist creates a space where the person's views guide the session and choices are made together. This approach helps when someone needs understanding and support before making changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. Sessions often involve identifying unhelpful thought patterns and trying small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or low mood. CBT can be useful for stress, depression, and managing patterns that fuel relationship or parenting strain.

Motivational Interviewing helps when change feels difficult or motivation is low. It uses questions and reflections to clarify goals and boost readiness for steps like cutting back on substances or making lifestyle shifts.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each client about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they decide whether to emphasize person-centered listening, CBT skills, motivational techniques, or a mix of methods.

The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists and clients can adjust pacing and techniques to match what works in the client's day-to-day routine.