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Tonia Short

LCSW · Illinois · Online sessions

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About Tonia Short

I am licensed in Illinois and Missouri with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief, coping with loss, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Languages Spoken

  • English

Tonia Short is serving from:

Illinois

Years in practice

15 years

NPI number

  • 1891952560

License Details

IL LCSW 149020540, MO LCSW 2004036975

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