I am a licensed professional counselor with a Masters Degree in Counseling from Virginia Tech, a Post-Master’s Certificate in Counselor Education from the University of Maryland, and a Doctorate in Higher Education from Morgan State University. My passion for the mental health fields comes from being a part of a person’s journey of transformation, from the beginning point of confusion and frustration to the end goal of direction and confidence. It is truly a privilege to witness my clients’ discovery process as they identify their definition of success and move forward to achieving their goals and dreams.
I have 25 years experience treating adults and adolescents 13+ with various mental health and adjustment issues including anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. I specialize in assisting individuals and couples navigate life transitions related to relationships, parenting, workplace and career issues, and grief and loss. The diverse clients I have assisted include individuals and couples of all ages, racial and ethnic backgrounds, and sexual orientations.
I take a person-centered and holistic approach to better understand where clients are developmentally. I also use an integrative approach in customizing a treatment plan that works best for each client. CBT and strengths-based therapy are often utilized in helping clients identify goals and develop solutions that are meaningful to them.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Caregiver issues and stress, Life purpose, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
VA LPC 0701005750
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Dr. Osmond has been helping me managing my depression and anxiety. I feel like she listens and truly understands my struggles. She provides great advice and resources to help me manage my conditions. I would certainly recommend her.
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Tonya for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
I started seeing Tonya at a very dark time in my life and found her support to be extremely helpful. Meeting with her really feels like being a part of a team, where the two of you are working together as equals towards the same goal, and I really appreciate that. She offered some great ideas to improve my daily health and functioning, and she was respectful and flexible when I told her which ideas worked for me and which ones didn't. She even gave me some advice on my job hunt and resume, which was very helpful when I needed to get out of a rut.
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Tonya for 4 months on issues concerning depression, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Tonya has been a great help with many different concerns, during extremely difficult times! I highly recommend her!
Written on May 06, 2021 after therapy with Tonya for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She was the best counselor I had
Written on Apr 09, 2021 after therapy with Tonya for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Tonya is kind, insightful and non-judmental. Her counseling skills have help me immensely.
Written on Mar 10, 2021 after therapy with Tonya for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
I have so enjoyed the time with Tonya. I feel so much more positive, and able to handle my depression. Tonya made great suggestions about things I could do to help me in my journey. She is a kind, caring person who listens. I highly recommend her. Thank you so much Tonya.
Written on Mar 02, 2021 after therapy with Tonya for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem