Tonia Short, LCSW

Compassionate LCSW supporting life transitions

Stress and anxiety support
Addiction and grief care
15 years clinical experience

About Tonia Short

Tonia Short is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of professional experience and holds licenses to practice in Illinois and Missouri. She has helped people manage stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, work through grief and loss, and address depression and major life changes. Tonia approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert on their own story and that existing strengths can be drawn on to overcome current challenges.

Recognizing that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, she offers steady support throughout the process. Her work centers on collaborating with clients to identify practical steps forward while honoring individual pace and goals. Tonia aims to help people turn resilience and personal resources into meaningful change and improved well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisSelf-loveSexualityWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tonia Short have?

Tonia Short has 15 years of professional experience.

Is Tonia Short a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IL LCSW 149020540 and MO LCSW 2004036975.

In which languages does Tonia Short provide therapy?

Tonia Short provides therapy in English.

Where is Tonia Short located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Tonia Short as my therapist?

You can work with Tonia Short through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Tonia Short work with international clients?

Tonia Short does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tonia Short 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, click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Tonia Short draws on client-centered therapy to create a warm, accepting space where the client's priorities and values guide the work; this approach helps people feel heard and supports exploration of personal strengths when facing stress, grief, or life transitions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; CBT is often effective for managing anxiety, depression, and coping strategies related to addictions and everyday stressors.

Mindfulness therapy is incorporated to help clients build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, which can be useful for emotional regulation, sleep difficulties, and ongoing stress.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Tonia collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as work progresses.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility and make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules. These options help people access licensed professionals from their own setting, accommodate different communication styles, and maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are not practical.

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