A.C.T.S.
Authentic Conversations Therapeutic Services
Welcome to ACTS
Authentic Conversations Therapeutic Services
Greetings, and welcome to ACTS—a space for healing, growth, and genuine connection.
I’m La Shanda Tolefree, Director and Founder, and I’m delighted that you’re here. Our mission is to provide compassionate, client-centered care through authentic conversation that empowers you to heal, grow, and live purposefully.
At ACTS, we believe every story matters—and we’re honored to be of service to you on your journey toward wholeness and well-being.
La Shanda Tolefree, MS, LPC, SAC
La Shanda Tolefree is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor with over two decades of distinguished service in the field of mental health and behavioral wellness. She holds a Master of Science in Education in Professional Counseling from Concordia University of Wisconsin and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a Pre-Law minor from Eastern Illinois University.
With more than 24 years of experience, Mrs. Tolefree has dedicated her life to helping individuals and families navigate emotional, psychological, and spiritual challenges. Her background includes extensive work in crisis intervention services, trauma recovery, veteran counseling, and substance abuse treatment. She has served as a clinical therapist, program developer, supervisor, and advocate—bringing strength, structure, and compassion to every role she fulfills.
Her approach integrates professional excellence with spiritual sensitivity. She is highly skilled in therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness-based practices, and trauma-informed care. Her clientele ranges from individuals from underserved communities to those of professional and celebrity status, all of whom value her empathy, discretion, and ability to guide them toward holistic healing.
La Shanda is also a woman of deep faith and prayer. She believes that true healing is both clinical and spiritual—where the mind, body, and soul align for lasting transformation. Her quiet strength, discernment, and unwavering belief in God’s power have made her a trusted counselor and a respected voice of wisdom and hope.
Beyond her professional calling, she is a devoted wife of 24 years and the proud mother of three college students. Whether serving in the counseling office or encouraging others in their faith journey, La Shanda Tolefree remains committed to restoring lives, building resilience, and helping people experience peace and wholeness from the inside out.