- Goal oriented
- Direct communication
- Practical tools
About Acea
Acea Starks is a licensed professional counselor who approaches therapy with warmth and honesty. She uses straightforward language and aims to help people manage stress, sleep problems, mood concerns, and relationship or identity issues. Her style is down-to-earth and practical, so people know what to expect in sessions.
Acea trained in mental health counseling after changing careers in her 30s. She holds a master's degree in mental health counseling and also completed studies in psychology. She brings 11 years of experience to her work and has held a variety of jobs before becoming a therapist, which shaped her practical outlook.
Her approach is eclectic and goal oriented. She focuses on setting clear goals, building accountability, and teaching tools people can use between sessions. She combines talking, skill practice, and mindfulness to address sleep, anxiety, mood, and coping with life changes.
She is open about being unconventional in appearance and personal style. Acea says she values honesty and will rephrase things if a client doesn’t understand. She encourages direct communication so sessions stay useful and clear.
Acea emphasizes self-care and work-life balance. She is based in Georgia and holds licenses including LPC and LCMHC. Outside of work she enjoys spending time outdoors and values time away from screens to recharge.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acea commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her sessions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening carefully and shaping the work around each person's perspective, which helps people feel heard and understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and sleep, and teaches concrete strategies to change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Acea will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals, adjusting the plan as progress is made. The goal is practical tools and clear steps people can try between meetings.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into busy schedules and reducing travel time so therapy can be easier to maintain. Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Online work can make it simpler to check in during a lunch break, focus on sleep routines, practice mindfulness exercises together, or review behavioral strategies without rearranging a full day.
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Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Georgia, Vermont, South Dakota, Alaska
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Acea commonly help with?
She helps people address stress, anxiety, sleep problems, depression, bipolar mood issues, addictions, and relationship or intimacy-related concerns among others.
What is her therapy style like?
Her work is eclectic and client-centered, with a focus on setting goals, building accountability, and teaching practical skills for use between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Acea has 11 years of experience working in mental health and completed a master’s degree in mental health counseling after earlier studies in psychology.
What credentials and region are listed?
She holds the LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices from Georgia; license details include AK LPC and VT LCMHC as noted in her profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Acea?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.