Johnathan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW, LCSW (he, him)
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Do you look like you're managing life well on the outside but feel overwhelmed on the inside? Do you struggle with anxiety, overthinking, burnout, life transitions, or feeling responsible for everyone else? Perhaps you're navigating college, career changes, or relationships, or you are exploring ADHD, autism, or neurodivergence. If you're feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to begin, therapy can provide a supportive space to understand yourself better and move forward with confidence.
My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed, where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy, I help clients navigate anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationships, identity, and life transitions while building practical skills for lasting change.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone. You don't have to have it all figured out before you begin. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, navigating change, or simply wanting to understand yourself more deeply, together we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you while building the insight and tools needed for meaningful, lasting growth.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Johnathan Starko now - (228) 395-8815
Let's Connect (228) 395-8815
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- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Iowa Total Care
- Medica
- Medicaid
- Molina Healthcare
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- UnityPoint Health Partners
- Wellmark BCBS
- Wellpoint | Amerigroup
- Out of Network
Johnathan Starko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW, LCSW
Email me or call with questions - (228) 395-8815
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 100817 Johnathan StarkoLicense state differs from primary location state.
- In Practice for 6 years
- Attended University of Southern California, MSW, Graduated 2020
- License: Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists C11139 / 2024
- License: Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners 5772C / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Johnathan Starko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW, LCSW
Email me or call with questions - (228) 395-8815
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Anxiety
- Neurodivergence
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Polyamory & ENM
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Johnathan Starko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (228) 395-8815
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Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
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Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Johnathan Starko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (228) 395-8815
Location
Primary Location
North Shore Family Counseling
368 Courthouse Road
Gulfport, MS 39507
(228) 395-8815Email Me
Additional Location
Full Heart Family Therapy
213 North Ankeny Boulevard
Ste. 100
Ankeny, IA 50023
(228) 395-8815Group Practice
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Johnathan Starko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (228) 395-8815