Jean Starr, LISW

Jean Starr is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with eight years of professional experience, licensed to practice in Iowa and Maryland. She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, family conflicts, depression, and challenges related to intimacy and relationships. Her clinical experience also includes supporting people through grief and loss, including pregnancy loss and pet loss.

Jean approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, customizing conversations and treatment plans to meet the specific needs of every client. She emphasizes practical support and collaborative planning, helping clients identify goals and steps toward greater well-being. Her work often focuses on coping with life changes, strengthening self-esteem, and addressing issues such as caregiver stress, codependency, and feelings of isolation.

Seeking change takes courage, and Jean aims to empower clients as they move toward a more fulfilling life. She creates a supportive space where people can explore grief, repair relationships, and build coping skills to manage anxiety, ADHD-related concerns, and other emotional challenges. As an experienced LISW, she combines professional knowledge with a compassionate style to guide clients through meaningful, personalized work.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Jean Starr uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs. One focus is skills-oriented work for stress and anxiety, teaching practical strategies to manage symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. These approaches help people develop coping tools for worry, overwhelm, and attention-related concerns.

She also offers grief-focused counseling that supports individuals through bereavement and loss, including pregnancy and pet loss. This work helps people process emotions, honor their experiences, and find ways to move forward while respecting the pace of their healing. Additionally, relationship-focused work addresses communication, intimacy, and family conflicts to strengthen connections and resolve recurring patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jean collaborates with clients to determine the best fit based on their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She guides the selection and adjustment of techniques so therapy stays relevant and effective.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular care from licensed professionals, maintain continuity between sessions, and fit therapy into daily life.