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Krystal Bates, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation Coping with life changes
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About me

Hello, and welcome!

First, let's acknowledge that taking the first step toward bettering your mental health is both empowering and courageous! I know initiating the process can feel intimidating, but it’s also the start of a transformative journey.

With over 11 years of experience as a clinical social worker, I have helped countless individuals and families from various walks of life over the years.

In my private practice, Therapy with Krystal, I focus on supporting millennial women as they navigate tough life transitions, and as they're ready to begin healing from complex trauma. While I prioritize women of color (WOC), I'm open to working with all allied races and genders.

Through a holistic approach, I aim to create a safe space where you can cultivate a deeper connection with yourself. Together, we’ll foster growth, healing, and meaningful change by approaching your story with curiosity, compassion, and positive regard.

I invite you to show up as your imperfect, unfiltered self—so that, over time, you feel safe expressing your true self in every area of your life. You're the expert on your own journey. My role is to walk alongside you, offering insight, support, and encouragement as you move forward.

My ultimate goal is to help you establish more balance, peace, and fulfillment in your life- whatever that may look like for you.

Visit my website, https://www.therapywithkrystal.com, for more information on how we can best work together.

I look forward to connecting with you soon!

Professional experience

11 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Communication problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Women's issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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License information

FL LCSW SW15237

CA LCSW LCSW110501

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Krystal Bates. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Krystal has been an important part of my life for a few years now. She has helped me tremendously.

Written on Nov 03, 2022 after therapy with Krystal for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem

With Dra Kris I feel like I have a therapist and a life coach , I’ve seen changes in my life.

Written on Nov 29, 2021 after therapy with Krystal for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

I’ve been working with Krystal for almost a year and she has helped me grow so much. I’ve taken steps to reconcile past trauma and am working towards a brighter happier future.

Written on Nov 22, 2021 after therapy with Krystal for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem

Krystal has become a trusted confidant and counselor. I appreciate everything she has done to help me work on myself.

Written on May 07, 2021 after therapy with Krystal for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

Krystal is an amazing counselor and a great listener. She asks all the right questions to get the gears turning. I’m glad I matched with her to help guide me to make better decisions and understand the choices I make.

Written on Apr 01, 2021 after therapy with Krystal for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

I’ve been in therapy before, but my favorite thing about Krystal is that she listens, understands, and also finds a way to follow it with tools that help you get to where you need. She has made online therapy feel very personal and easy to do. In just a short time, it felt like she knew me and I definitely trust her to not just tell me what I want to hear, rather what I need.

Written on Mar 03, 2021 after therapy with Krystal for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue