About Tonya Girard, LMFT:
As a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), I think about systems. I take a person-centered and solution-focused perspective to health care that is concerned with the overall, long-term well-being of individuals and their families/natural support systems. I am an active member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and serve as the treasurer of our local MFT chapter. I am a creative individual who implements creative perspectives to problem solving. Increased personal awareness, mindfulness and balance are underlying principles of the work that I do with my clients. I also have a Bachelors in Fine Arts from Alfred University School of Art & Design. While training at Alfred I focused on oil painting, neon/lighting design, glass blowing and print making. Before becoming an MFT I worked as a Graphic Designer for an International company where I designed products, product packaging, marketing and promotional materials. Services Provided:
Common areas of focus for individuals include a combination of the following: anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, behavioral problems, goal setting and achievement, personal growth, self-esteem, mind-body connection, mindfulness, spirituality. Common areas of focus for couples include a combination of the following:
communication, sexuality/intimacy/infidelity, managing household responsibilities, spirituality, co-parenting, life-cycle transitions including welcoming a new child, grief, divorce
Families often experience increased levels of distress during times of transition such as the birth of a child, the loss of someone special, children 'leaving the nest,' career changes, and divorce. Often times these transitions bring with them behavioral concerns, increased anxiety or depression. I am experienced with family systems, and will work with you and your family to increase the understanding between members and work toward shared goals. If you are interested in any of the above services please contact me to discuss availability and to determine if my therapeutic style will be a good fit for you.
