Works with
- Anger
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Compassion fatigue
How Toni works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- New York
- Years in practice
- 5
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Toni
Toni Spera is a New York licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who helps people manage anger and a wide range of related concerns. She supports individuals facing addiction, relationship strain, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting stress, and the daily push to cope with life changes.
Toni writes in a straightforward way and aims to make the first step feel doable for people who are worried or overwhelmed. She works from the idea that each person knows their own story best.
Background and approach
Toni centers the person's goals and strengths when planning sessions. That means practical steps are mixed with listening so people can try new responses to old problems. Toni uses proven methods such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy.
These approaches help people notice unhelpful thoughts, practice different behaviors, and build emotional skills. She also draws on mindfulness and motivational interviewing to support sustained changes and commitment to goals. In sessions Toni offers clear, down-to-earth guidance.
She helps people set realistic goals, practice skills between meetings, and track small wins. Her focus is on what can be done now to reduce anger, manage stress, and improve day-to-day functioning. Toni has five years of professional experience working in mental health settings.
She sees clients in New York and conducts work in English. People who want to begin can expect a collaborative tone and a steady emphasis on practical tools and personal strengths.
What Toni works with
Everything Toni lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Toni's practice.
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Compassion fatigue
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Aging and geriatric issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Codependency
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- First responder issues
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
Approaches Toni lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapeutic approaches work online
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and on the client’s own goals. The therapist follows the person’s lead, reflects what matters, and helps identify strengths to build on. This approach is helpful for people who need acceptance and a steady, nonjudgmental space to talk.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact. Sessions teach simple tools to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different actions. CBT is often used for anger, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.
Dialectical behavior therapy, DBT, emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clear communication. It gives concrete skills to manage strong emotions and reduce impulsive reactions.
Toni will work with each person to find the best mix of methods. Figuring out fit is a collaborative process that depends on a person’s goals and preferences. She adjusts techniques as progress is tracked and as needs change.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video works well for in-depth conversations and skills practice. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text sessions allow quick exchanges and ongoing support between meetings. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, family, and daily life.
Questions people ask about Toni
What kinds of problems does Toni help with?
Toni supports people dealing with anger, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, and related concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She blends client-centered listening with practical techniques. Sessions emphasize skill practice, goal setting, and using a person’s strengths to make changes.
How much experience does she have?
Toni has five years of professional work experience in mental health settings.
Where is Toni licensed and based?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New York and works with clients from that location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available online?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How are fees and starting therapy handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.