Toni Onkka

My communication style

My communication style is open, calm, and accepting of others. My goal is for my clients to feel welcome, accepted without judgment, and comfortable sharing their story.

My journey to mental healthcare

I started my career as a case worker in foster care in New York City. I later began working with people with disabilities. I moved into healthcare and worked with people in crisis, adjusting to health and life challenges. I love working with people from varied backgrounds and helping them along their way to self-discovery and growth.

My goals for you

I work with my clients to build trust in the relationship. It is important to me that the client feels safe and accepted as we work together. I assist the client in developing treatment goals toward where the client would like to be in their life. We evaluate the progress and change the goals as needed throughout the therapeutic process.

Our first session

Starting therapy can be stressful for a client. I hope that the client feels comfortable and welcome as we begin to establish a therapeutic relationship. I will be asking questions to better understand where the client is and what goals the client would like to reach.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Interfaith, Non-denominational