Ebony Staten
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, APCC
Specializing in couples therapy, high-functioning anxiety, and faith-integrated care
I’m really glad you found your way here. Many of the people I work with are capable, values-driven, and deeply committed to doing a good job in every role they hold. You may be raising children, supporting aging parents, leading at work, serving your community, or all of the above. Your days are full, your mind rarely rests, and your to-do list never seems finished. At night, it’s hard to turn things off because there is always something else to manage, plan, or prepare for.
Ebony provides virtual therapy to clients across California and is physically based in Riverside County, serving the Inland Empire.
Meet Ebony
Hi, I’m Ebony, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. You might feel tired in a way that rest does not easily fix. Not just physically tired, but emotionally and mentally worn down. Many of my clients carry a strong sense of responsibility and a belief that they should be able to handle it all. When things feel heavy or off balance, they often turn that frustration inward, wondering why they are not living up to their own potential.
If you are living with anxiety, it may show up as constant mental motion, difficulty slowing down, or fear of missing an opportunity. Depression can look like emotional heaviness, disconnection, or feeling discouraged when life does not reflect the effort you are putting in.Burnout often shows up when you are caring for everyone else while quietly running out of space for yourself.
I work closely with couples and families navigating stress, misalignment, and emotional distance. Relationship challenges may look like communication breakdowns, unresolved conflict, or feeling disconnected, even while trying your best to show up. Many couples come to therapy wanting to strengthen their bond, restore trust, and move forward in ways that honor both their relationship and their values. Our work focuses on understanding patterns, improving communication, and building emotional safety.
I also support individuals and families through life transitions, including growing children, changing demands, aging parents, and shifting identities. These seasons often raise deeper questions about purpose, priorities, and how to make the most of the life you are building.
In therapy, we slow things down and look at what is happening beneath the surface. We explore how your values, beliefs, relationships, and past experiences influence how you cope, decide, and show up for others. I use approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to support emotional regulation, clarity, and meaningful change.
For clients who desire it, I offer faith-integrated therapy. Faith and spirituality can be powerful sources of grounding, purpose, and resilience. When included, we integrate faith in a way that feels respectful, intentional, and aligned with your belief system, without pressure or assumption. This can be especially meaningful for couples and families seeking connection, direction, and healing rooted in shared values.
Practical tools are an important part of our work together. This may include learning how to set boundaries that protect your energy, navigate conflict with greater intention, manage stress without losing yourself, and reconnect with what matters most to you. Therapy is collaborative and paced with care. The goal is not perfection, but alignment, clarity, and sustainability.
I have a strong commitment to working with Black women, couples, and families, and I understand the unique pressures that come with being values-driven in systems that often demand more than they give. In our work together, you will be met with respect, cultural awareness, and care.
I am based in Moreno Valley, serving Riverside County and the Inland Empire, and I offer virtual therapy to clients throughout California. I am supervised by Breea Wainwright, LMFT, PMH-C, our Clinical Director, who provides ongoing clinical oversight to ensure ethical, thoughtful, and high-quality care.
If you are tired of carrying everything alone and ready to move toward a life that feels more aligned with who you are and what you value, therapy can help. I would be honored to support you.
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Couples Therapy
Couples often come to therapy when communication feels strained, conflict keeps repeating, or the emotional connection has faded. You may love one another deeply but feel stuck in patterns that leave both of you feeling unheard, frustrated, or disconnected.
In couples therapy, I help partners slow down and understand what is happening beneath the surface of conflict. We focus on improving communication, strengthening emotional safety, and rebuilding trust. Together, we work on expressing needs more clearly, navigating differences with respect, and reconnecting in ways that feel meaningful and sustainable.
Couples therapy with me is not about blame or taking sides. It is about helping both partners feel seen, understood, and supported as you work toward a healthier and more connected relationship.
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Faith-Integrated Therapy
For clients who desire it, I offer faith-integrated therapy that honors spirituality as an important part of healing, identity, and decision-making. Faith can be a source of strength, grounding, and guidance, especially during seasons of stress, transition, or uncertainty.
Faith-integrated therapy with me is client-led and respectful. We can explore how your beliefs, values, and spiritual practices shape your relationships, choices, and sense of purpose. This integration is never forced and is always aligned with what feels supportive and meaningful to you.
Whether you are seeking individual therapy, couples counseling, or family support, faith-integrated therapy can offer space to reflect, heal, and move forward in ways that stay true to who you are.
We Might Be a Good Fit If…
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You are responsible, values-driven, and constantly managing a full plate. On the outside, you may appear capable and dependable. On the inside, you feel tired, stretched thin, or quietly overwhelmed by everything you are carrying.
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Your mind feels like it never shuts off. You may fall asleep thinking about what still needs to be done or wake up worrying about missed opportunities or whether you are doing enough.
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Anxiety shows up as constant mental pressure, difficulty resting, or feeling on edge. Or if depression feels like emotional heaviness, discouragement, or questioning whether your efforts are paying off.
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Your relationships feel strained. You may notice recurring conflict, difficulty communicating needs, emotional distance, or feeling disconnected even while trying your best to show up as a partner or parent.
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You are navigating life transitions such as growing children, aging parents, changing roles, or shifting priorities. You may be asking deeper questions about purpose, alignment, and how to make the most of this season of life.
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Your faith or values are important to you, and you want therapy that respects and integrates them in a thoughtful, supportive way. You want clarity, direction, and tools that help you live in alignment with who you are and what matters most.
How This Works
Investment and Payment Options
I believe therapy should feel accessible, not intimidating.
Being clear about cost is part of creating safety and trust from the start.
I currently accept Anthem, Blue Shield of California, Optum, Aetna, and Cigna insurance plans. If you plan to use insurance, we will verify coverage before your first full session so there are no surprises.
For clients who prefer private pay, my rate is $150 per session for individuals and $200 per session for couples.
I also offer sliding scale sessions because everyone’s financial reality is different. If cost is a concern, we can talk openly about this during your consultation and figure out an option that feels sustainable.
My goal is to support you in a way that works for your life, not adds more stress. You are always welcome to ask questions about payment, insurance, or options during our consultation.