Tonya Gordon
MS LMHC • Licensed Mental Health Counselor
About
Creating a safe haven for emotional exploration and personal growth is at the heart of Tonya Gordon's therapeutic approach. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a Master of Science degree, Tonya is deeply committed to fostering an accepting environment where clients feel secure in sharing their most vulnerable experiences and challenges.
Tonya's practice is built on a foundation of genuineness, non-bias, and person-centered empathy. She firmly believes that each individual is the expert in their own life, bringing a unique set of experiences, values, beliefs, family systems, and cultural backgrounds to the therapeutic process. This perspective allows her to tailor her approach to each client's specific needs and circumstances.
With a focus on enhancing self-awareness, Tonya guides her clients on a journey of self-discovery. Her goal is to help individuals uncover their true selves, envision who they aspire to become, and overcome past or present challenges to forge their path forward in life. This process of exploration and growth is central to her therapeutic methodology.
Tonya's extensive experience encompasses working with both adolescents and adults across a wide spectrum of issues. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, parenting and relationship issues, LGBTQ related concerns, codependency, addiction, anger management, and trauma-related issues. This broad range of experience equips her to address diverse client needs with understanding and skill.
Recognizing the importance of finding the right therapeutic fit, Tonya offers a complimentary 15-minute online or phone consultation. This initial conversation provides potential clients with an opportunity to assess their comfort level and determine if Tonya's approach aligns with their needs and expectations. It's a testament to her commitment to ensuring that each therapeutic relationship is built on a solid foundation of mutual understanding and compatibility.
Qualifications
Education
- Master of Science
State Licenses
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Anxiety
- Depression
State Licenses
- Iowa
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
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Locations
Affinity Therapy and Counseling - Merle Hay Office
3839 Merle Hay Rd, 227 277
Des Moines, IA 50310