Tonya Haynes

Tonya Haynes is the Co-Founder of Great Expectations Therapeutic Services and brings more than 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field. Throughout her career, she has played an integral role in the development of two psychiatric hospitals and has successfully managed multiple outpatient programs, including Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). Her extensive background includes counseling, business development, utilization review, and program management, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of the behavioral healthcare continuum from admission and treatment to case management and successful community reintegration.

Tonya earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and a Master of Education in Counseling from Prairie View A&M University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (LCDC-I), Certified Anger Resolution Therapist (CART), and certified CPR/BLS Instructor.

Outside of her professional work, Tonya enjoys baking, traveling, watching football, and spending quality time with family and friends. As a devoted wife, mother, clinician, and entrepreneur, she brings compassion, dedication, and authenticity to every aspect of her life and practice.

At Great Expectations Therapeutic Services, Tonya is committed to helping clients overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth. She creates a supportive, empathetic, and trusting environment where individuals feel empowered to explore their concerns and develop practical solutions. Utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy, she tailors each treatment plan to meet the unique needs and goals of every client.

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During our first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where you can share at your own pace. We’ll talk about what brought you to counseling, your current concerns, and what you hope to gain from therapy. Together, we’ll explore your strengths, discuss your goals, and begin developing a plan tailored to your needs. You’ll also have time to ask questions about the counseling process. My goal is for you to feel heard, respected, and supported as we begin working toward meaningful change.