Counseling in my view is the ability to help identify behaviors with individuals that are negative destructive and harmful. My goal is to dialogue with a client and help uncover solutions, guidance in resolving personal, social, or psychological problems and difficulties is not forced on anyone. Counseling is collaboration between clients and trained knowledgeable clinicians. Participation from the client is essential in the success of any therapeutic exchange with me. Most people need a platform to identify problem areas in their thinking and in their lives that hinder them from progressing and understanding why they cannot succeed in society or towards their personal goals. Even though I do not prescribe medications, sometimes, medications are required to gain a mental balance, sometimes not. Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy are approaches I may apply. Confidentiality may not apply to cases involving a minor child. In such cases, as a mental health professional, I may advise a parent, managing conservator or guardian of a minor, with or without minor’s consent, of the treatment needed by or given to the minor. Sometimes change can be scary and it takes courage to seek help and take the first steps toward change. I look froward to working with you! Should you feel in need of urgent help or that you are in crisis at any time during our work together; please call 1-800-273-TALK 24 hours a day; or 911. This forum does not provide any type of emergency services, so I want to be sure you know who to contact if you need immediate help.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Commitment Issues, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Multicultural Concerns, Personality Disorders
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
DC LPC PRC15206
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Guy Starling. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
In a short number of sessions working together Dr Starling quickly identified tools that I could use right away to shift my mindset to a more positive one and rewire negative thoughts.
Written on Feb 21, 2023 after therapy with Guy for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Dr. Starling is an excellent example of a patient and empathetic listener. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a person that has a high level of expertise and a forthright approach to his patients.
Written on Apr 18, 2022 after therapy with Guy for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief
Very thoughtful questions and got me thinking about many important things I hadn't considered before.
Written on Apr 10, 2022 after therapy with Guy for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Dr. Starling is highly approachable and a great listener. He provides wonderful feedback, coaching, and excellent resources. Highly recommend!
Written on Mar 09, 2022 after therapy with Guy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and trauma and abuse
Dr Starling has been such an enormous help to me as I have been recovering from a traumatic event and working to reestablish relationships with my family. He has given me so many tools to help process anger, anxiety, and fear. I really appreciate his calm and disarming demeanor and his sensitivity to my religious background. I belive he has made a huge difference in my life and, by extension, the lives of those around me.
Written on Feb 10, 2022 after therapy with Guy for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse