David Tonkowich, MS

David Tonkowich, MS

Psychotherapist
NY
5.00
“I can honestly say this was the best experience I’ve ever had with a therapist. From the very first session, I felt truly heard, understood, and supported. He is exceptional at what he does insightful, compassionate, and incredibly skilled. In just one session, I already feel better than I have in a very long time. That alone speaks volumes about his ability to create a safe space and provide meaningful guidance. I highly, highly recommend him to anyone looking for real support and real progress.”
Stacey R.March 4, 2026
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“I can honestly say this was the best experience I’ve ever had with a therapist. From the very first session, I felt truly heard, understood, and supported. He is exceptional at what he does insightful, compassionate, and incredibly skilled. In just one session, I already feel better than I have in a very long time. That alone speaks volumes about his ability to create a safe space and provide meaningful guidance. I highly, highly recommend him to anyone looking for real support and real progress.”
Stacey R.March 4, 2026Video visit
“ Life-Changing Support and Genuine Care Working with DT has truly changed my life. From the very first session, I felt heard, valued, and respected in a way I never had before in therapy. David creates a space where you can be completely honest without fear of judgment, and that alone made a huge difference for me. When I came into therapy, I was struggling deeply, including with suicidal thoughts. David met me with compassion, patience, and consistency, helping me feel safe enough to unpack what I was carrying. Through his guidance, I learned how to understand my pain instead of being consumed by it, and for the first time, I began to see a future that felt meaningful and worth living. What sets David apart is that he truly lives what he says. When he talks about turning pain into purpose, he means it. He helped me reconnect with my values, build resilience, and find purpose in my healing journey rather than shame in my struggles. ”
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About David Tonkowich

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know David Tonkowich

David - dt - is no stranger to transformation. A former musician turned business leader, he redefined his life through the healing power of purpose. His counseling style is motivational, grounded, and integrative. He draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt, Experiential, and Solution-Focused Therapy, tailoring his approach to meet each client exactly where they are. Rooted in a multicultural framework, he is committed to creating safe, affirming spaces where clients of all identities feel seen, heard, and respected. He works with children, adults, couples, families, groups, and businesses, supporting clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, and the ongoing work of self-discovery and personal growth.

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Popular visit reasons

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Molloy University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1730071853

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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David is a great listener which makes me feel seen. Very communicative and supportive!
Mr David has such a great attitude and a way to put things in perspective
Really connected to him right away with our creative backgrounds
Verified patientVideo visit
I can honestly say this was the best experience I’ve ever had with a therapist. From the very first session, I felt truly heard, understood, and supported. He is exceptional at what he does insightful, compassionate, and incredibly skilled. In just one session, I already feel better than I have in a very long time. That alone speaks volumes about his ability to create a safe space and provide meaningful guidance. I highly, highly recommend him to anyone looking for real support and real progress.
Verified patientVideo visit
Life-Changing Support and Genuine Care Working with DT has truly changed my life. From the very first session, I felt heard, valued, and respected in a way I never had before in therapy. David creates a space where you can be completely honest without fear of judgment, and that alone made a huge difference for me. When I came into therapy, I was struggling deeply, including with suicidal thoughts. David met me with compassion, patience, and consistency, helping me feel safe enough to unpack what I was carrying. Through his guidance, I learned how to understand my pain instead of being consumed by it, and for the first time, I began to see a future that felt meaningful and worth living. What sets David apart is that he truly lives what he says. When he talks about turning pain into purpose, he means it. He helped me reconnect with my values, build resilience, and find purpose in my healing journey rather than shame in my struggles.
I had such a positive experience with David. I was surprised that from the very first session, he made me feel completely comfortable and at ease. He really listened and created a safe space where I can be open and honest without feeling judged. I’m looking forward to working with him. I highly recommend him.
Verified patientVideo visit
Cannot say enough good things about DT. Incredibly kind, thorough, and professional. Great communication and follow ups. We ae so pleased, thank you! WM
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What are common reasons for patients to see David Tonkowich?

David Tonkowich frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for David Tonkowich on their profile.

What languages does David Tonkowich speak?

David Tonkowich speaks English.

How do patients rate David Tonkowich in reviews?

11 patients have reviewed David Tonkowich. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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