Tonya Carpenter, LCSW
LCSW specializing in trauma and recovery
- Trauma and military affairs
- EMDR and trauma care
- Strengths-based approach
About Tonya Carpenter
Tonya Carpenter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Montana with seven years of clinical experience. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California with an emphasis in Military and Veterans Affairs, and brings lived experience as a veteran to her understanding of service members and their families.
Her background includes work in hospital clinical settings, private practice, school environments as a behavior intervention specialist for grades 6-12, and with adults with disabilities. This range of settings informs a practical, wide-ranging approach to care and a familiarity with diverse client needs.
Tonya takes a direct and straightforward style, preferring clear questions over assumptions while maintaining a warm, nonjudgmental stance. She views people as doing their best with the tools they have rather than as broken, and collaborates with clients to build toward improved quality of life.
Her clinical focus includes trauma and military affairs, and she supports people facing co-occurring disorders, substance use, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, child abuse and neglect, communication and anger management challenges, and other life stressors. Tonya employs client-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused work, and uses evidence-based methods such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She is also certified in EMDR, moral reconation therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and trauma narrative work.
Her background includes work in hospital clinical settings, private practice, school environments as a behavior intervention specialist for grades 6-12, and with adults with disabilities. This range of settings informs a practical, wide-ranging approach to care and a familiarity with diverse client needs.
Tonya takes a direct and straightforward style, preferring clear questions over assumptions while maintaining a warm, nonjudgmental stance. She views people as doing their best with the tools they have rather than as broken, and collaborates with clients to build toward improved quality of life.
Her clinical focus includes trauma and military affairs, and she supports people facing co-occurring disorders, substance use, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, child abuse and neglect, communication and anger management challenges, and other life stressors. Tonya employs client-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused work, and uses evidence-based methods such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She is also certified in EMDR, moral reconation therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and trauma narrative work.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tonya Carpenter have?
Tonya Carpenter has seven years of clinical experience.
Is Tonya Carpenter a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LCSW. License details are MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-42645.
In which languages does Tonya Carpenter provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Tonya Carpenter located?
Tonya Carpenter is located in Montana.
How can I work with Tonya Carpenter as my therapist?
You can work with Tonya Carpenter through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tonya Carpenter work with international clients?
Tonya Carpenter does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tonya Carpenter 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?
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Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?
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Licensed professionals deliver care remotely, and clients have the option to request a different therapist if they need a better fit. For many, online therapy provides accessible, effective support that aligns with modern schedules and lifestyles.