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Sherard Starks

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Are you someone who is struggling to manage the obstacles and roadblocks in your life? Are you struggling in areas of depression, anxiety and stress management. Maybe you are having difficulties in managing your relationships with others. Whatever your challenges are, I can assist you in developing coping skills and strategies to help you reclaim yourself and to become more empowered and motivated. I am available to show you that improvement and growth are possible in the midst of dealing with your challenges and struggles. Hope always springs eternal!

I am a licensed therapist who focuses on utilizing the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients overcome their challenges and stressors. My therapeutic approach consists of helping my clients learn coping skills and concepts such as mindfulness, adaptive thinking and the monitoring of their moods and triggers to create change.

Talking to someone you do not know about things that make you uncomfortable, sad, angry or embarrassed can be difficult, but you've already taken the first step. I assure you this process is here to help you grow. I'm dedicated to maintaining a judgment-free space that is challenging but comforting and I invite you to take this journey with me!

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is all about creating an environment that makes my clients feel comfortable, at ease and safe. I want my clients to understand that within the confines of our therapy session, they will be respected, valued and listened to. My focus is to help you develop tools and strategies to overcome the challenges that you are facing.

What you can expect from me

Your first session with me will be about learning why you came to therapy and what you are hoping to get out of this therapeutic experience. I will help you to map out some goals for our journey together!

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Warm, Solution Oriented, Energetic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Missouri-Kansas City
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Missouri, Texas, Indiana, California)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Behavior Management, Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavioral Couples Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English