Johnathan Starko, MSW, LISW

Specializing in neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy
Online therapy throughout Iowa for ages 12 and older

I’m Johnathan, a licensed independent social worker who specializes in supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ adolescents and adults. I provide telehealth therapy for clients ages 12 and older throughout Iowa, with an approach that respects your identity and your individual way of experiencing the world.

If you often feel misunderstood, become overwhelmed by everyday expectations, or struggle to feel comfortable being yourself, therapy can give you space to explore those experiences. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and stress, as well as questions of identity and belonging and challenges in their relationships.

My approach is person-centered and strengths-based. I want to understand what matters to you, what has been difficult, and what you hope will change. Together, we can identify patterns, build on your strengths, and find practical ways to manage difficult emotions and communicate your needs. Your goals help guide our work, and we will make room for your feedback along the way.

I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and solution-focused approaches, along with mindfulness and grounding practices. We will explore tools that fit your needs and feel useful in your daily life.

I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California and my bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Women’s Studies from Cornell College in Iowa. My work with adolescents began in 2017 as a behavior interventionist in a special education classroom.

Through telehealth, we can meet from a private, comfortable space wherever you live in Iowa. To ask about working with me, contact Full Heart Family Therapy at 515-705-0174 or office@fullheartfamilytherapy.com and request Johnathan.