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The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT

The Relationship Dr

Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
235 North Westmonte Dr, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Let's Connect (321) 622-3582
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Welcome to the rest of your life! Now allow me to help you get to the place you want to be. As the seasons of life change matters can become overwhelming. If you need to strengthen your marriage, improve family relationships, or enhance communication with your teens or co-workers; I can help! Using a Person-centered approach to therapy, we will work together to restructure and work through problem areas. You deserve a healthy and happy life! It all begins with a positive mental state and good communication skills.
I am a board certified national AAMFT Supervisor who takes training and helping others achieve their goal of becoming a therapist with great importance. I can help you learn to be an effective therapist. Call today for a free consultation.
Are you experiencing marital or family issues, anxiety, or depression? I can help you gain the necessary tools needed. PTSD and other trauma related disorders are prevalent in today's society. Allow me to help you alleviate the symptoms of these traumas. I have spent over 30+ years in the military community and understand the challenges. Call now!
Call or The Relationship Dr now for a free 15 minute consultation - (321) 622-3582

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

235 North Westmonte Dr

Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 map

(321) 622-3582

The Relationship Dr

Apopka, FL 32703

Hello and welcome to the healing process! We offer in-person and online sessions. Available weekdays and evenings.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Family Conflict and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (321) 622-3582
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

235 North Westmonte Dr

Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 map

(321) 622-3582

The Relationship Dr

Apopka, FL 32703

Hello and welcome to the healing process! We offer in-person and online sessions. Available weekdays and evenings.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Family Conflict and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We accept several insurances and can also provide a superbill for out-of-pocket clients. Call us to get your questions answered.
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (321) 622-3582
"
We accept several insurances and can also provide a superbill for out-of-pocket clients. Call us to get your questions answered.
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (321) 622-3582

Qualifications

    Marriage & Family Therapist: Sonja Varner-Alston

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MT4891 Sonja Varner-Alston
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended Northcentral University, Doctorate of Marriage & Family Therapy, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists LCM636 / 2017
  • Certificate from Word Center Christian Fellowship Ministerial License / 2016
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I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist who is licensed in Florida and Maryland. I enjoy working with people in a person-centered way!
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (321) 622-3582
"
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist who is licensed in Florida and Maryland. I enjoy working with people in a person-centered way!
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (321) 622-3582

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Family Conflict
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Veterans
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As a marriage & family therapist, I see couples and families experiencing conflict such as communication issues, infidelity, and blended family concerns. I also work with clients who may experience symptoms of depression, anxiety, or military PTSD. As a Christian therapist I found most clients see an uplifting of symptoms within the first month of sessions.
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (321) 622-3582
"
As a marriage & family therapist, I see couples and families experiencing conflict such as communication issues, infidelity, and blended family concerns. I also work with clients who may experience symptoms of depression, anxiety, or military PTSD. As a Christian therapist I found most clients see an uplifting of symptoms within the first month of sessions.
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (321) 622-3582

4 Endorsements

Taquanda Dixon Enrichment Counseling Services, LLC
Taquanda Dixon Enrichment Counseling Services, LLC
Marriage & Family TherapistLCM
Dr. Alston has the tools for all of your needs to explore ways to become your best self. She has relayed several tools to help clients resolve PTS symptoms, as well as Anxiety, and Depression.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Hope-focused
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (321) 622-3582
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (321) 622-3582

Groups

Location

Primary Location

235 North Westmonte Dr

Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

(321) 622-3582

Additional Location

The Relationship Dr

Apopka, FL 32703

(321) 622-3582
"
Hello and welcome to the healing process! We offer in-person and online sessions. Available weekdays and evenings.
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (321) 622-3582
"
Hello and welcome to the healing process! We offer in-person and online sessions. Available weekdays and evenings.
Photo of Dr. Sonja Varner-Alston - The Relationship Dr, Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
The Relationship Dr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LCMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (321) 622-3582