Stara
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed
Let's Connect (310) 919-5877
Do you seek a safe space where your unique identity is understood and celebrated? Do you straddle the complexities of multiple marginalized identities, i.e.: LGBTQIA+, POC/BIPOC, ADHD/neurodivergent, 1st-gen American or adult child of immigrant (or narcissistic) parents? Does the weight from social pressure to conform to family roles or expectations—especially the “minority model” stereotype and resulting perfectionism—leave you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, and/or even suicidal? Navigating these challenges can feel scary and stressful, but I can help you find the answers / guidance you seek.
A trauma psychotherapist for 10 years, I offer compassionate and inclusive therapy services to help you heal from trauma so you can finally move on with your life…on your terms! If you seek a mental health professional well-versed in the nuances of diverse cultural backgrounds, esp. those with intersecting, marginalized identities—I'm your new therapist!
Using evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I help empower you with personalized coping skills, tools, strategies, and resources to help you manage symptoms and thrive. Overcome your past, embrace your strengths, and consciously create a more balanced and fulfilling life. Book a free, 15-min consultation with me now by clicking on my website!
Call or Email Stara Shakti now for a free 15 minute consultation - (310) 919-5877
Let's Connect (310) 919-5877
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Couple Sessions $350
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Venmo, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Aetna EAP
- Anthem
- Anthem EAP
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna EAP
- UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Stara Shakti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 919-5877
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 124897 Stara Shakti
- In Practice for 11 years
- Attended Antioch University-Los Angeles, M.A in Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2016
- License: CA 124897 / 2026
- Membership with CAMFT (and LA-CAMFT) 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Stara Shakti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 919-5877
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- ADHD
- Codependency
Expertise
- Anxiety
- BIPOC/POC
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Personality Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- White Allies
- Women's Issues
Stara Shakti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 919-5877
6 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Black and African American
I also speak
Non-Violent Communication (NVC)?
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Black and African American
I also speak
Non-Violent Communication (NVC)?
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Jungian
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Trauma Focused
Stara Shakti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 919-5877
Groups
Healing From Trauma: A 12-Week Psychotherapy Group
STARTING THIS SEPT/OCT 2024! 12-Week Trauma Therapy Group (Psychoed & Process)—led by a skilled group facilitator (with both personal/clinical experience in treating and healing trauma). This ONLINE group will meet on ZOOM for 12 weeks for 60mins / week. We will focus on going deeper to heal your childhood trauma once and for all…so you can have better self-worth & self-esteem in life. ***This group will be a safe, inclusive space—esp. welcoming to LGBTQ+, BIPOC, 1st/2nd-generation Americans (with immigrant parents), and ADHD/neurodivergent folks.***.
Expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$50
Group Meets
Every Mon 6 P.M. - 7 P.M.
Location
The Gardens
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Email Stara Shakti about this group or call - (310) 919-5877
Location
Additional Location
Petaluma, CA 94952
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Stara Shakti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (310) 919-5877