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Marla Ruth Starnes
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Marla Ruth Starnes

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Sorrento, FL 32776
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (352) 280-3418
Are you struggling to cope with what life has thrown at you? As if day to day life isn't challenging enough due to past trauma or anxiety about the future, these past few years have been tough on a lot of us. Whether you are struggling with gaining control of your eating, body image issues, low self-esteem or unresolved trauma from the past, I am here to help you. I work well with teens and adults wanting to take a direct approach to improving their perspectives and behaviors. In my practice I see clients struggling with symptoms of trauma, PTSD, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and behavioral concerns.
There is so much value in validating our beliefs and feelings while also learning new ways to view our issues and make positive changes. Helping people heal, break patterns and get unstuck is my specialty. I’m trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and take a more structured approach to client care.
Are you looking to make a positive change in your life? Are you ready to get unstuck from old unhelpful patterns? Managing past traumas and current dysfunction can be hard to tackle on your own. If you are ready to heal let me help you in this process.
Call or Marla Ruth Starnes now for a free 15 minute consultation - (352) 280-3418

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Sorrento, FL 32776

(352) 280-3418
All of my therapy services are provided via secure video platform.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Trauma and PTSD and Family Conflict 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Marla Ruth Starnes
Let's Connect (352) 280-3418

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Sorrento, FL 32776

(352) 280-3418
All of my therapy services are provided via secure video platform.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Trauma and PTSD and Family Conflict 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Marla Ruth Starnes

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $125
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / SW11393 Marla Ruth Starnes
  • In Practice for 18 Years
  • Certificate from Zur Institute telemental health certification / 2020
  • Attended University of Central Florida, Master's of Social Work, Graduated 2007
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I have extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and utilize a multidisciplinary approach to treating eating disorders.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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I have extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and utilize a multidisciplinary approach to treating eating disorders.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Eating Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • Adoption
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I enjoy helping others get unstuck from unhelpful behavioral patterns. I take a more direct approach in providing skills coaching and am very client centered. I enjoy using humor and real life experiences along with teaching specific skill sets. Many clients begin to see positive changes occur after a few sessions feeling heard and learning skills.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"
I enjoy helping others get unstuck from unhelpful behavioral patterns. I take a more direct approach in providing skills coaching and am very client centered. I enjoy using humor and real life experiences along with teaching specific skill sets. Many clients begin to see positive changes occur after a few sessions feeling heard and learning skills.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Body Positivity
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Body Positivity
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Sorrento, FL 32776

(352) 280-3418
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All of my therapy services are provided via secure video platform.
Call for a free consultation now - (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"
All of my therapy services are provided via secure video platform.
Call for a free consultation now - (352) 280-3418
Marla Ruth Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Last Modified: 8 Jul 2023