Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 27 ratings

Dr. Canary Sterling

LMFT, 15 years of experience

Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented
Virtual
Next available on

About me

Dr. Sterling focuses on specifically "women issues," grief, life transitions, anxiety, depressed moods, and will support other various challenges. Dr. Sterling practices a humanistic and person-centered approach when providing counseling and life coaching support. She is very compassionate while helping people with overcoming adversities and reaching their resilience. I have a PhD. in Philosophy/Advanced Human Studies. I have over 15 years of experience educating higher learners & helping others through various lived experiences.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together, we’ll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you’re facing. This will help with understanding your needs & wants, building a therapeutic relationship, and tailoring a plan for supporting you. I am very client-centered and authentic with my care; you will defiantly feel comfortable to be yourself!

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I don't only listen; I provide direct response and utilize mindfulness techniques that will strengthen your inner thoughts for stopping negativity and unwanted pain. I will help you reach your Serenity where you will learn to accept the changes that cannot be changed and change the ones that can. The goal is for you to be heard, receive support, be protective of your energy, and be conscious!

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work with specifically "adult woman" 21 and over. However, I do have an extensive history of supporting clients ranging in age and from various gender groups. Therefore, it is essential to meet with a client that is interested in my care to discuss if we are a good fit despite my specifics mentioned. My main objectives are to feel better, decrease stressors, free your mind, and reach your true serenity!

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

SpiritualityTrauma and PTSD

I identify as

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Humanistic

Humanistic therapy allows for the individual to be in control, focus on their personal nature, choices, and actions. The individual is provided with an atmosphere of support, empathy, and trust in which the individual can share their feelings without fear of judgment. Clients experience unconditional positive regard, empathetic understanding, and congruence, or genuineness. The objective is for the client to understand themselves and be understood by the therapist for empowerment, strengthening, and making changes in their lives that will help them reach their goals and needs. The objective is to reach self-actualization and be able to fulfill one’s potential and self-fulfillment.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is incorporated into the therapeutic process. Mindfulness-based practice allows for helping the individual gain a greater awareness of their body, thoughts, and breathing. The objective is to improve self-awareness & relationships, cope with distress, and live more in the present moment.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 27 ratings

5 ratings with written reviews

August 13, 2025

Dr.Sterling is very warm and welcoming. Just after the first session she’s been very solution based and aware. Excited to visit again !

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Dr.

April 26, 2025

I enjoy working with Dr. Sterling those 2 options are not enough to describe my sessions because she is all of the above she challenges me to think about what it is I’m feeling and what needs to be done she asks the hard questions I leave my sessions feeling like i’ve unlocked the tools in myself and the motivations to power through the week with my head held high when i came to her I felt like i was at the end of my rope couldn’t find a job and she started our first with helping me find a job

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 8 with Dr.

March 14, 2025

Best Therapist I ever had. Definitely has been helping me through my darkest days and times.

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 5 with Dr.