Hi, I’m Chaka Starkes. Yes, Chaka like Chaka Khan. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board-Approved Supervisor serving Maryland. With 10 years of experience working with children, families, adolescents, and adults in diverse treatment settings—including school-based, community, PHP, IOP, and virtual—I have been privileged to help my clients navigate stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, and abuse while fostering self-esteem, confidence, and motivation.
I believe deeply in your strength and the unique story you bring. You hold the power to overcome your challenges, and I’m here to walk beside you as you take that courageous step toward a more fulfilling and joyful life. Together, we’ll create a path to healing and growth, and I am here to support you every step of the way.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
MD LCPC LC12467
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Excellent therapist. I would highly recommend her to others. Listens very well & tailors therapy to the clients needs. Very patient & knowledgeable.
Written on Nov 01, 2024 after therapy with Chaka for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd