Tonya Marshall

I recognize that we all experience times in life when we feel stuck, bound by past experiences, or caught in patterns we cannot seem to move beyond. The relationships that mean the most to us can sometimes become a source of overwhelming distress. We may also be trying to move through trauma that continues to affect our minds and bodies, navigate grief and loss that feels too large to carry, or face the daily challenges of chronic illness, parenthood, and life’s many transitions. Even amid these challenges, I believe there is potential for growth, greater peace, and strengthened relationships. Through my work in special education and hospice and my experience as a mother of five, I have gained a deep appreciation for the difficulty and pain others carry and learned the importance of meeting that pain with humility as a compassionate witness and source of support. I hope to bring that same presence to therapy, offering a place of refuge as you make sense of your experiences and begin to see new possibilities. My approach is trauma-informed, holistic, and neurodiverse affirming. Drawing on my experience as a certified yoga instructor, I offer mindfulness, breathwork, and other body-based practices when they feel helpful and comfortable. I also utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and Internal Family Systems to explore how thoughts, protective patterns, and past experiences shape the present. I recognize the critical role of relationships in long-term well-being and have a particular interest in supporting couples. I have completed Level 1 and Level 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, which I integrate with an attachment-based understanding of our fundamental need for safety and connection.