Acea is an amazing therapist. She is supportive and provides a judgment free zone so you feel comfortable and like you’ve been listened to. She’s funny and super nice!
Acea Starks, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Acea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Acea. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Georgia, Vermont, and 2 more
Recent reviews
I would highly recommend Acea as a therapist. She has a very personable manner which makes her easy to talk to. Her expertise is highly evident in each session, and she has helped me to identify patterns, and trends in my life, create boundaries, manage anxiety, and sometimes just vent. I am very pleased to have found someone I feel so comfortable with.
More about Acea
- 11 years' experience
- Female
- LPC, LCMHC
I am a non-traditional therapist with a holistic approach to mental health. I am licensed in Georgia, Alaska, South Dakota, Vermont, and Florida with more than 10 years of experience working with diverse populations.
I would like to provide some information about myself. I am a little 'out there.' I have piercings, tattoos, and purple hair. I am a bit of a goth. I came to mental health services a little later than some. I was an English major when I first went to college out of high school. That did not work out very well. I love writing and the English language is beautiful so occasionally I use obscure words or references. If I ever say something that is not understood just tell me and I will rephrase. My second attempt at higher learning was when I was in the nursing program. I knew I wanted to make a difference and ease suffering but to be honest, I do not like to watch people die. I have and can, but I did not want to do it all the time. I was in my 30s when I started my program. I did an associate degree in psychology, a bachelor's degree in psychology and then a master's degree in mental health counseling all in one go. It was very stressful as I was also working at the time. I have worked a lot of jobs I did not like and have had some very interesting experiences. I have worked at Wal-Mart (twice) and did a stint as a grave digger (with a shovel). I have many hobbies and interests.
My approach is eclectic because there are no one size fits all treatments. I am very open but believe in setting goals and having accountability. My role is to provide clients with tools to navigate their unique issues and concerns.
I am very big on self care and work life balance. I am not on line everyday and try as often as possible to strap a pack to my back and hide in the woods.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
ADHD
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Communication problems
Family of origin issues
Gender dysphoria
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Sexuality
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Acea Starks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043621725.
- LPC · Georgia · LPC010340 · Expires September 2026
- LCMHC · Vermont · 068.0135439 · Expires January 2025
- LPC · South Dakota · LPC100166 · Expires November 2026
- LPC · Alaska · 222816 · Expires October 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Acea Starks
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Acea is an amazing therapist. She is supportive and provides a judgment free zone so you feel comfortable and like you’ve been listened to. She’s funny and super nice!
I would highly recommend Acea as a therapist. She has a very personable manner which makes her easy to talk to. Her expertise is highly evident in each session, and she has helped me to identify patterns, and trends in my life, create boundaries, manage anxiety, and sometimes just vent. I am very pleased to have found someone I feel so comfortable with.
They have a great big bag of skills and have been able to provide me multiple ways to see my problem and work towards alleviating it.
Acea is extremely attentive, thorough, caring and resourceful. She communicates often with me and checks in each week to ensure all is on track. She has helped me tremendously over this past year!
Acea is great. I love how she is relatable to who I am as a queer person that lives alternative lifestyles. She’s also very real in her presentation.
She’s perfect
Acea has been amazing to work with. There has been a very marked and noticeable improvement in my mood, anxiety and sleep since beginning this relationship.
Acea is fantastic! She is warm, caring, and a great listener. She asks good, insightful questions and gives you the space to figure out what is the best thing to do about a situation, but also offers wise advice if that’s what you want. She is really smart and funny. I’ve had a lot of therapists (moved around a lot) and she is my favorite!
Aces is so patient with me and great with advice. She sincerely listens to me and that is rare to find nowadays. Very grateful for her at this time in my life.
She’s been absolutely amazing at curbing my anxiety when I’m having an attack! Love her
Acea Starks has been a great therapist. She’s been attentive and keeps communication open which is very important. I really appreciate the check in’s via text; some days are really tough and those texts from her are right on time.
Extremely professional And a good listener Understanding people like me I'm not Easy to understand I ramble a lot
Frequently asked questions
Does Acea Starks offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Acea Starks works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Acea Starks speak?
Acea Starks speaks English.
How many years of experience does Acea Starks have?
Acea Starks has 11 years of experience.
Where is Acea Starks licensed to practice?
Acea Starks is licensed to practice in Georgia, Vermont, South Dakota, and Alaska.
Does Acea Starks accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Acea Starks does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Acea Starks offer?
Acea Starks offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Acea Starks?
Acea Starks can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Acea Starks?
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