LaVonda Toja (she/her)

With a compassionate and holistic approach, I work with clients struggling with depression to uncover underlying causes, build hope, and develop practical strategies for change. My focus is on fostering self-compassion, emotional resilience, and renewed motivation for life.

With extensive experience in trauma-informed care, I help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT to support recovery, build resilience, and empower clients to regain a sense of safety and control in their lives.

I specialize in treating anxiety across the lifespan, using tools like CBT, mindfulness, and strengths-based interventions. Together, we address underlying causes and thought patterns, reduce symptoms, and develop effective coping strategies for long-term well-being.

I am well-versed in Person-Centered Therapy, creating a nonjudgmental and empathetic environment where clients feel truly heard and valued. Guided by genuine respect, unconditional positive regard, and active listening, I empower you to explore your strengths, tap into your inner wisdom, and facilitate personal growth at your own pace. This approach allows you to take the lead in your healing journey, fostering greater self-awareness, confidence, and resilience.

I am highly trained in TF-CBT, an evidence-based approach that helps individuals—especially children, adolescents, and adults—process and recover from trauma. I guide clients in understanding the impact of trauma, building healthy coping skills, and reshaping unhelpful thoughts, all within a supportive and compassionate environment. My expertise ensures that therapy is always safe, structured, and tailored to each person’s unique healing journey.

I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) by The DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, ensuring the highest standard of expertise in this evidence-based approach. Through DBT, I help clients manage overwhelming emotions, develop effective coping skills, and improve relationships. My certification allows me to deliver structured, comprehensive DBT, empowering you to achieve greater resilience and emotional balance.

I offer evidence-based therapy for anxiety, utilizing approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based techniques. My approach helps clients understand the root causes of their anxiety, develop effective coping skills, and gain tools to reduce worry, manage symptoms, and improve daily functioning. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment to empower you in achieving greater calm and resilience.

I provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment for depression, using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and holistic support. I help clients understand the underlying causes of depression, build coping skills, and restore hope, motivation, and emotional balance in a safe, supportive environment.

I provide specialized, evidence-based therapy for PTSD, including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and DBT. My approach helps clients safely process traumatic experiences, manage distressing symptoms, and develop practical coping skills. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where healing, resilience, and a renewed sense of safety can be achieved.

I provide specialized, evidence-based therapy for PTSD, including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and DBT. My approach helps clients safely process traumatic experiences, manage distressing symptoms, and develop practical coping skills. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where healing, resilience, and a renewed sense of safety can be achieved.

I provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment for depression, using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and holistic support. I help clients understand the underlying causes of depression, build coping skills, and restore hope, motivation, and emotional balance in a safe, supportive environment.

I offer evidence-based therapy for anxiety, utilizing approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based techniques. My approach helps clients understand the root causes of their anxiety, develop effective coping skills, and gain tools to reduce worry, manage symptoms, and improve daily functioning. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment to empower you in achieving greater calm and resilience.