Tonya Lawrence, MD

Tonya Lawrence, MD, is a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist with extensive experience serving the greater Philadelphia area since 2007. Her clinical work is grounded in a belief in each individual’s capacity for growth and change, with a strong emphasis on supporting children and families through evidence-based, compassionate psychiatric care.

Specialties & Focus Areas

• Child and adolescent psychiatry
• Child anxiety
• Child depression
• ADHD/ADD in children
• PTSD and trauma-related disorders
• Autism spectrum disorders in children
• Mood and psychotic disorders
• Early psychosis intervention
• School-based and community mental health programs
• Sports Psychiatry

Who They Help

Dr. Lawrence works with children, adolescents, and young adults, while actively partnering with parents, caregivers, and families to support long-term progress and stability.

Treatment Approach

Dr. Lawrence uses a multimodal, evidence-based approach to care, combining medication management with collaborative, family-centered support. She prioritizes meeting patients where they are developmentally and emotionally, with a focus on practical progress, long-term resilience, and equitable access to mental health treatment.

Professional Background

Dr. Lawrence earned her B.A. in American Studies from Yale University and her M.D. from Ross University School of Medicine. She completed her general psychiatry residency at Drexel University College of Medicine and Hahnemann University Hospital, followed by a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

She previously served as Medical Director of Psychiatric Services at Child & Family Focus, Inc. from 2013 to 2026. In this role, she oversaw large-scale program development, including outpatient services supporting over 1,000 families, a first-episode psychosis program in partnership with the University of Pennsylvania, school-based mental health services across 26 public schools, and alternative education-based care programs in Delaware County.

Certifications & Affiliations

• Board-Certified Psychiatrist (Child, Adolescent, and Adult)
• Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) trained

Locations & Availability

Dr. Lawrence sees patients in Philadelphia, PA, and offers virtual care based on provider availability. Telehealth services may be available for patients across Pennsylvania and surrounding states, depending on licensure.