About
Tony specializes in helping those who have lost hope. As a retired ordained pastor, Tony has the knowledge and personal understanding of God to integrate the spiritual and emotional concerns of life. Tony fully respects the desire of those who do not wish to integrate the spiritual aspect of life in their counseling. Tony works with each individual to understand the specific needs and goals for counseling in order to insure he/she receives the very best that Tony has to provide as a therapist. Tony's areas of specialized training include: Trauma, relational/family conflict, individuals with thoughts of suicidal. Specialized training: EMDR, CAMS, MI, PCIT, EFT, Seven Challenges Tony is committed to help those who are experiencing a sense of hopelessness and distress to be be restored to wholeness and and regain their sense of purpose and value. If you feel that you are near the end of your rope, please know that you are loved and valued. Tony will do his best to see persons who are in a crisis within 3 days of initial contact. Credentials & Experience: I have extensive training and experience working with individuals, couples and families who have experienced trauma and emotional pain.
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Services & Pricing
Individual Therapy
50 min · Online, In Person
Sliding scale available.
Couples Therapy
50 min · Online, In Person
Sliding scale available.
Qualifications
Verified by Calm at Home
Licensed · LMFT
Tony A Watkins · Verified June 2026
Education and Years in Practice
Attended Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, in , Graduated 2002
Additional Credentials
Membership from AAMFT Clinical Fellow & AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Insurance & Policies
All counseling sessions are 53 minutes. Ellie Mental Health accepts most insurance plans and will accept credit card payments from those who do not have insurance or choose to pay out-of-pocket. The first appointment is $225 and following sessions are $185.
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Available both in-person and online
114 Adris Place Suite B
Dothan, AL, 36303 map
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