Starks Therapy Group

03/28/2026

"With over seven years of dedicated experience in the field of psychotherapy, I have had the privilege of working extensively in non-profit and community mental health settings, and private practice. My expertise is deeply rooted in trauma-informed services, where I have supported a diverse clientele through some of the most challenging periods of their lives."

Read her full bio on our website; and reach out today. Ask for the free 15-minute consultation call.

03/28/2026

"...One of the risks in the current cultural moment is that ketamine gets framed as either a miracle or a menace.

Neither is accurate.

Ketamine is:

-A tool
-A powerful one
-A limited one
-One that can help some people profoundly
-And is not right for others at all

When we refer thoughtfully, we are not outsourcing our work. We are expanding the field in which our work can take place.

If you have a client you are unsure about, especially around:

-Bipolar risk
-Dissociation
-Substance use
-Medical complexity

You do not have to decide alone.

Therapists, you can reach out through the Starks Therapy Group contact page if you have a referral you want to think through collaboratively.

Sometimes the most ethical answer is not yes or no. It is, “Let’s think about this together.” [Read full blog, link in bio]

03/25/2026

APRIL/MAY DATES NOW OUT - REGISTER BY APRIL 13 ✨ Ready to sign up? Or curious to learn more? Go to www.ketaminecollective.org

03/16/2026

"I keep having the same conversation with clients lately.

If you need to know about the impact of a war halfway around the world at 2am, trust me, you’ll know.

And having the right take through reshares on Instagram doesn’t prove you are a good person, it proves you spend a lot of time on Instagram.

I get it. We all want to make a difference. We want to know we are not alone. We want to know…something…anything for sure. Just for a moment. Just as a little treat.

Being informed is not the same as being good. Right takes are not right actions. They may be an important step, especially to those engaged on policy for heaven’s sake. But it’s the pinnacle of hubris to assume that I can have an informed and grounded stance on every major issue right now. And it’s the churning hunger of the attention economy that has the biggest stake in convincing me that if I scroll a little longer, I’ll finally get it.

So this is why I tell clients to contain their exposure to breaking news and why I work so hard to do this myself..."

Read more:
https://www.starkstherapygroup.com/single-post/the-three-words-that-will-not-trend-i-don-t-know

03/16/2026

Happy Monday! Did you know therapy can just be for a limited amount of time? We are here if you (or a family member) need a little extra support. We offer traditional talk therapy, coaching session, or ketamine treatments for the harder-to-break-through stuff.

Reach out to our intake coordinator or check out our Staff page and let's help you find that custom fit.

02/25/2026

If you're interested, reach out today

02/18/2026

Do I need coaching or therapy?
Here is a simple way to think about it.

Therapy often looks backward to heal what still impacts the present.
Trauma, patterns, attachment, anxiety.

Coaching is typically more forward focused.
Goals. Strategy. Accountability.

Neither is better. They just serve different needs.
If you are trying to optimize, coaching might fit.�If you are trying to heal, therapy might be the space.
Choosing the right support matters.

01/30/2026

Curious to learn more? Go to www.ketaminecollective.org

01/29/2026

Q***R ENOUGH, an 8-week therapy & community-building group, will be expertly led by Erica Steenbergen and Prayer Childress. Erica and Prayer both carry a relaxed openness, kind-hearted compassion and enjoyment of life that invites you in, just as you are. If you’re an over-30 q***r woman who is looking for a place of support, connection, growth and belonging, reach out to hello@starkstherapygroup.com or find more info on our website site, link in bio🌈 ***r ***an

01/29/2026

LAST CHANCE TO JOIN / FEW SPOTS LEFT / STARTS SATURDAY / get in on this peer support group for women age 30+ who are looking to get a boost connecting to q***r culture and community. We are excited for those who have already secured their spot and we do have a spot left for you (as of this posting) so let's goooo (link in bio, baby)

01/21/2026

"It feels bizarre to see ketamine splashed across newspapers as a problem while I’m watching it change people’s lives here in my office.

I never want to minimize the real dangers.

And it’s still frustrating to hear it spoken like a four letter word or a cheap shot to make us feel more powerful against abusive leaders or out of touch elites. In fact, it hurts. It’s as if using a story about ketamine to make our cultural villains scarier will make us safer. It won’t.

But those stories will confuse a lot of people who need support, including people who are suffering and people who are simply stuck. Support that thoughtful ketamine use can provide.

And I’m writing this because I want to make room for a more mature conversation, one that doesn’t collapse into hype or fear..." [read full blog]

It feels bizarre to see ketamine splashed across newspapers as a problem while I’m watching it change people’s lives here in my office.I never want to minimize the real dangers.And it’s still frustrating to hear it spoken like a four letter word or a cheap shot to make us feel more powerful ag...

12/11/2025

Introducing Q***r Enough: an 8-week therapy & community-building group in Oak Park!

For women who’ve ever wondered whether they’re “q***r enough” to belong, this space was created with you in mind. Together, we’ll explore, discuss, and celebrate q***rness in a way that feels grounded, expansive, and meets you exactly where you are.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, uncertain, or “out of place” in your q***r identity, this group offers a supportive community where you can connect and grow.

Because q***rness is about so much more than sexual attraction – it’s about connection, belonging, and becoming.

When: Saturdays, 10:30am–12:00pm
Where: Starks Therapy Group, Oak Park
From: Jan 31st, 2026 – March 21st, 2026

Space is limited – reach out to hello@starkstherapygroup.com for questions or to claim a spot!