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Valerie Starr

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
8 years of experience
109 patients on Headway
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello there! I have worked as a psychiatry for over 10 years in a wide range of clinical settings. This diverse experience has equipped me with a deep understanding of the intricacies of mental health and a nuanced approach to diagnosis and treatment. Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or other mental health concerns, I am dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care.

My approach to therapy

I strongly believe in collaboration and open communication. Working closely with my patients, I strive to build a therapeutic alliance that fosters trust and encourages active participation in the treatment process. I am here to serve you and encourage you in your wellbeing. We will work together to create a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific goals!

What you can expect from me

My goals for you are also your goals for you. I want my clients to be the best they can be. We are all human and we all struggle, but with the right support, we can always persevere!

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Open Minded, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Maryville University
  • License type
    NP (Nurse Practitioner) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
    North Carolina
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Strength-Based, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Play, Structural Family, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Multi-Systemic (MST), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD), Art Therapy
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Adolescents, Children
  • Languages
    English