Tonya Farrer, MA, LLP
Ages
Specialties
- Addiction / Substance Abuse
- ADHD / Attention Difficulties
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Child Behavior Problems
- Chronic Illness / Pain
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- DBT-Informed Therapy
- Depression
- Divorce Adjustment
- Domestic Abuse / Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Faith-Based / Spirituality
- Family Therapy
- Grief / Loss
- Identity Issues
- Infertility
- Men's Issues
- Military Family Issues
- Mindfulness
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
- Panic
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Pregnancy / Postpartum
- PTSD / Trauma
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Assault / Abuse
- Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT)
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
Education & credentials
- M.A. Counseling Psychology, Western Michigan University
- Limited Licensed Psychologist, State of Michigan
- Member of the American Counseling Association (ACA)
Philosophy
The client-therapist relationship is the foundation for cultivating lasting change and personal growth. This facilitates the client increasing self-awareness, insight, and being empowered to heal, resolve problems, and guide their life in a direction that fosters growth. In turn, this will strengthen the health and well-being of communities.
Personal Statement
My passion is to support and empower others toward personal growth. I offer a compassionate, safe, and therapeutic treatment experience to work through the barriers and challenges in life. Clients will build upon their strengths while learning needed coping and life skills. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches; my goal is to tailor the approach and the therapeutic experience to what is most suitable and effective for the client. Clients may then enjoy the rewards of a healthier lifestyle and a greater sense of self-esteem and fulfillment.
About me
What do you love doing more than anything in the world?
Spending time with my family
What is the self-care strategy you use most often?
Individual time to refresh and recharge
What was your dream job in elementary school?
Psychologist
What is your favorite movie of all time?
Pirates of the Caribbean
Describe your ideal vacation. Has it happened yet?
Relaxing on a beach with the ocean and the warmth of the sun. I make it a point to get to the beach as often as I can, whether it be Lake Michigan, Florida, or the Caribbean.
What is the most delicious meal you can imagine?
Filet mignon
If you're interested in scheduling a new client appointment with Tonya Farrer, call 810-494-7180
If you are an existing client of Tonya Farrer's and need to reach her directly, call her 810-214-0248