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Dr. Carla Sterling, PsyD

Dr. Carla Sterling, PsyD

Psychologist
MD
Hi there, I'm Carla! Hello, I'm Dr. Carla Sterling, and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist (Psy.D.) with a degree from Regent University. I'm currently licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia and have worked with individuals, families, groups, and couples. I use an integrative approach to therapy, and my primary areas of focus include trauma and other stress-related disorders; mood and anxiety disorders; grief; serious mental illness/thought disorders; and health promotion and disease prevention. I also provide psychodiagnostic testing that helps with diagnostic clarification and treatment recommendations. My approach My theoretical approach to therapy is best described as integrative. My philosophy of care is rooted in the belief that it's essential to understand and consider multiple dimensions of the whole person-including physical/physiological/biological, mental, emotional, social/relational, and spiritual variables. I work with clients to understand which of these variables are most salient for them in understanding presenting problems and identifying the most effective treatment approaches. I view my role in therapy as a conduit of healing to facilitate and promote overall mental, emotional, psychological, physical, and spiritual wellbeing, and in so doing, empower clients to maximize their full potential. I believe that healing occurs within the context of relationships and value the importance of early childhood influences in shaping who we are as adults. As such, I rely heavily on psychodynamic and humanistic/relational principles to better understand those early childhood influences and to foster the right treatment conditions that promote empathic attunement with clients, increased insight and awareness, and collaborative problem-solving. I integrate CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused approaches during treatment planning to identify specific, measurable treatment goals.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Carla Sterling

Focus areas

Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Emotional Disturbance
Stress
Cultural Diversity Issues
Mood Disorders
Thought Disorder
Dissociative Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Integrative
Culturally Sensitive
Multicultural

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Carla Sterling

Hi there, I'm Carla! Hello, I'm Dr. Carla Sterling, and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist (Psy.D.) with a degree from Regent University. I'm currently licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia and have worked with individuals, families, groups, and couples. I use an integrative approach to therapy, and my primary areas of focus include trauma and other stress-related disorders; mood and anxiety disorders; grief; serious mental illness/thought disorders; and health promotion and disease prevention. I also provide psychodiagnostic testing that helps with diagnostic clarification and treatment recommendations. My approach My theoretical approach to therapy is best described as integrative. My philosophy of care is rooted in the belief that it's essential to understand and consider multiple dimensions of the whole person-including physical/physiological/biological, mental, emotional, social/relational, and spiritual variables. I work with clients to understand which of these variables are most salient for them in understanding presenting problems and identifying the most effective treatment approaches. I view my role in therapy as a conduit of healing to facilitate and promote overall mental, emotional, psychological, physical, and spiritual wellbeing, and in so doing, empower clients to maximize their full potential. I believe that healing occurs within the context of relationships and value the importance of early childhood influences in shaping who we are as adults. As such, I rely heavily on psychodynamic and humanistic/relational principles to better understand those early childhood influences and to foster the right treatment conditions that promote empathic attunement with clients, increased insight and awareness, and collaborative problem-solving. I integrate CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused approaches during treatment planning to identify specific, measurable treatment goals.

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Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Regent University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1811329501

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5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Carla Sterling?

Dr. Carla Sterling frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Carla Sterling on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Carla Sterling speak?

Dr. Carla Sterling speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Carla Sterling in reviews?

7 patients have reviewed Dr. Carla Sterling. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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