Tonia Cottrell

My communication style

My style is relaxed and engaged with you. I want you to feel comfortable and safe discussing the reality of your life. We’ll set the foundation for a plan that feels doable, not overwhelming. Many past clients have told me my humor has helped them see situations in a new way and relieved the stress of trying new behavior or changed thoughts.

My journey to mental healthcare

Since childhood, I have listened to others’ concerns. A service trip to Appalachia and working with runaways in NYC demonstrated the poverty of being listened to and being heard. I wanted to help make that change in all communities.

My goals for you

We will identify the problem or issue you want changed, then identify the small steps you will take to achieve the goal. This is your goal and our mutual ideas of how you can change.

Our first session

I want you to be comfortable with me so we can discuss what brought you to therapy and what you want from therapy. Think of our first session as a low-pressure “get to know you” meeting. My style is relaxed. I want you to be comfortable with me so we can discuss what brought you to therapy and what you want from therapy.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Agnostic, Atheist, Buddhist, Christian, Interfaith, Jehovah's Witness, Mormon, Pagan, Spiritual, Wiccan