- Depression
- Anxiety
- Family of origin
About Starla
Starla Hedrick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 17 years of practice supporting adults through difficult life moments. She focuses on depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem struggles. She also helps people adjust to major life changes and manage communication problems.
Hedrick works with people who are dealing with family dynamics, including blended family issues and family of origin concerns. She also supports caregivers, people facing chronic illness or cancer, and older adults navigating aging and end-of-life questions. Her caseload has included those coping with panic attacks, social anxiety, impulsivity, and substance use challenges.
Her work emphasizes practical, evidence-based techniques aimed at building coping skills. Sessions typically focus on clear steps a person can practice between meetings. She prioritizes straightforward feedback and collaborative goal-setting so progress is trackable.
Starla draws on experience with communication difficulties and control issues to help people change recurring patterns that came from their upbringing. She explains patterns plainly and helps people test different ways of responding in everyday life. That approach is often useful when family history still influences behavior and relationships.
People who schedule time with her can expect direct conversations about what works and what doesn’t. She encourages small experiments, new routines, and skills for managing stress and mood. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Starla uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills. One common approach she uses involves skill-building for managing anxiety and stress, teaching breathing, grounding, and stepwise behavior changes to reduce panic and worry. Another approach emphasizes communication strategies and problem-solving for relationship and family-of-origin concerns, helping people try new ways of speaking and setting boundaries.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will discuss options, try different techniques, and adjust based on a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration helps choose methods that fit daily life and feel doable rather than overwhelming.
Confirm the current session options before booking. The practical benefits of remote sessions include fitting therapy into a busy schedule, shorter check-ins when needed, and not needing to travel to an office. Many people find it easier to keep appointments around work or caregiving responsibilities when session logistics are flexible.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues. Additional focus areas include caregiving, chronic illness, aging, and family of origin matters.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and straightforward feedback. Sessions emphasize skills people can practice between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of clinical experience supporting adults through life transitions and ongoing concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CA LCSW) and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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