Tonya Wacker, LPC, LPCC
Licensed counselor guiding healing and growth
- LPC and LPCC
- LGBT and relationships
- Anxiety and stress
About Tonya Wacker
Tonya Wacker is a licensed counselor who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and transitions in life. With a client-centered approach, she partners with individuals and families to uncover strengths that may have been overshadowed by past hurts or daily pressures. Tonya uses a mix of therapeutic tools to help people build practical coping strategies, process difficult memories, and rediscover what feels meaningful and energizing in their lives.
She holds LPC and LPCC credentials - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and brings 14 years of clinical experience to her work. Tonya has experience with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, and she addresses a broad range of concerns including mood disorders, trauma and abuse, addictions, intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, grief, and issues related to sexuality and alternative lifestyles.
Tonya draws from a variety of clinical approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Her toolbox includes client-centered and solution-focused strategies, cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies, existential and mindfulness approaches, motivational interviewing, narrative techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused practices. This eclectic blend supports both short-term problem solving and deeper exploration of identity, values, and relationships.
Known for an imaginative and individualized style, Tonya aims to collaborate with clients on clear therapeutic goals and practical plans for change. Her work focuses on helping people identify personal strengths, process old triggers that limit forward movement, and develop new skills to increase emotional balance and a sense of possibility.
She holds LPC and LPCC credentials - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and brings 14 years of clinical experience to her work. Tonya has experience with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, and she addresses a broad range of concerns including mood disorders, trauma and abuse, addictions, intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, grief, and issues related to sexuality and alternative lifestyles.
Tonya draws from a variety of clinical approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Her toolbox includes client-centered and solution-focused strategies, cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies, existential and mindfulness approaches, motivational interviewing, narrative techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused practices. This eclectic blend supports both short-term problem solving and deeper exploration of identity, values, and relationships.
Known for an imaginative and individualized style, Tonya aims to collaborate with clients on clear therapeutic goals and practical plans for change. Her work focuses on helping people identify personal strengths, process old triggers that limit forward movement, and develop new skills to increase emotional balance and a sense of possibility.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommitment issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tonya Wacker have?
She has 14 years of experience.
Is Tonya Wacker a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LPC and LPCC credentials. License details are TN LPC 5094 and KY LPCC 104252.
In which languages does Tonya Wacker provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Tonya Wacker located?
She is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Tonya Wacker as my therapist?
You can work with Tonya Wacker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tonya Wacker work with international clients?
Yes, Tonya Wacker works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tonya Wacker cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit?
Many people question whether remote therapy can truly help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - research indicates outcomes comparable to traditional in-person care for many individuals.One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to keep therapy consistent amid busy schedules and life demands.
Licensed professionals offer different approaches and styles, and individuals may choose to switch to a different therapist if they want a better fit. For many, the convenience and adaptability of online therapy make it a practical option for addressing everyday concerns and pursuing personal growth with a trained therapist.